Gear Guides
Curated picks for every budget and use case. Every pick was tested first-hand and links to its full review.
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Best Electronic Drum Sets: One Pick Per Budget
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The best electronic drum set at each budget, ranked by the scores and bench data I recorded testing each kit for weeks.
Best Acoustic Drum Sets for Every Budget
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The right acoustic kit comes down to your budget and what you need it for. One pick per use, from a $399 first kit to a $1,699 pro shell pack, each one I have played and recorded.
Best Electronic Drum Pads for Every Budget
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A sampling pad brings loops, samples, and backing tracks to your kit. One pick per budget, from a $130 controller to a $1,499 touring flagship, every one road- and bench-tested.