Digital drums
Here you will find digital drums. Multipads, percussion stomp boxes and electric drum kits. Not sure about the benefits of a digital drum kit? Learn more at the bottom of the page.
What are the benefits of an electronic drum kit?
Electronic and acoustic drum kits are incomparable. Whether you're into one or the other can almost be a religion for some. Both types of drums have their advantages. It depends a lot on the context and purpose for which the drums will be used.
Here we will try to highlight the most common benefits of the electric drum kit:
If you're playing live, electric drums allow you to play with a wide palette of electronic sounds. It just makes for a more fun and varied soundscape. It's also quicker and easier to transport your drum kit around different stages. It takes up less space, weighs less and doesn't need microphones to amplify the sound or shielding to dampen it. It's simply easier to control the volume of the electric drums.
If you're playing in a studio, the multiple sounds and easy setup are also the biggest advantages. In addition, in a studio recording, you can edit the drums down to the individual beat as it can all be recorded as MIDI data.
Electric drums are often part of a larger electronic setup, but if your plan is simply to learn to play drums, the electric drum kit can also have its advantages. Most electronic drum kits have built-in drum samples that you can learn to play. Many times you can also connect an external music player so you can play along to your favorite artist. A simple metronome function can also be helpful for developing timing and keeping a great groove.
Last but not least, electric drums have the ability to be played without others being able to hear. Whether that's an advantage or not is up to the person playing (or the people listening to it).
To summarize, we've listed the benefits of the electric drum kit here:
- Wide range of electronic sounds
- Easy to transport and set up
- Easy sound editing in studio
- Built-in learning tools
- Possibility of (almost) silent music
Which drums should I choose?
A lot has happened with electronic drums since they first appeared. In the beginning, it was a bit like playing on a tabletop. Hard on the hands in the long run. But modern electric drums are completely different to play and give a much better feel and response.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to electronic drums. It's almost kun your imagination (and maybe your wallet) that sets the limits. If you're buying your first electric drum kit, consider the above benefits. Are some of the benefits more important to you than others? Then that's what you should look for when navigating the many options.
Remember to get a set of drumsticks in your basket.