how is this for first-time beginner drummers?
73446
Was a little much for my grandson but my goodness how the adults enjoyed it
73447
It works great and is very good for a first timer. I bought it for an adult who played as a youngster. She puts on her music and rocks out! I like that you can plug headphones into it also so that only the person playing can hear it.
73448
I gave it to my grandson for his 11th birthday. He loves it. And besause he can use it with earphones the rest of the family is happy too.
271640
I would not recommend this for a new musician who is just learning to play, but I would recommend it for anyone who wants to learn how to make their own sounds through synthesis.
1228109
Very much so. Many more options, and the tone/shaping options are extensive. EZD is pretty good, but Superior is, well, superior. It does the same thing as EZD, but the samples are way more flexible in terms of tailoring the sound to the sound you want. Highly recommended, if that's what you're looking for. If you're just looking for a backup drummer, EZD works great.
1056359
As an experienced drummer, I would say that what you do with your hands might be transferrable to a standard kit, but the foot pedals might not be as useful...They do not exactly correspond to the action of a high-hat or bass pedal...You might want to check out 'digital drums' like Roland or other manufacturers carry. They cost a bit more, but have real pedal action, can be used with headphones, and actually ARE a real drum kit.However, if you want to drum and learn, this machine has some great sounds, even has a 'hand drum' setting, and will definitely enable you to practice, and that practice will be useful to a drum student...Hope this helps. As an experienced drummer, I would say that what you do with your hands might be transferrable to a standard kit, but the foot pedals might not be as useful...They do not exactly correspond to the action of a high-hat or bass pedal...You might want to check out 'digital drums' like Roland or other manufacturers carry. They cost a bit more, but have real pedal action, can be used with headphones, and actually ARE a real drum kit.However, if you want to drum and learn, this machine has some great sounds, even has a 'hand drum' setting, and will definitely enable you to practice,... » Read More As an experienced drummer, I would say that what you do with your hands might be transferrable to a standard kit, but the foot pedals might not be as useful...They do not exactly correspond to the action of a high-hat or bass pedal...You might want to check out 'digital drums' like Roland or other manufacturers carry. They cost a bit more, but have real pedal action, can be used with headphones, and actually ARE a real drum kit.However, if you want to drum and learn, this machine has some great sounds, even has a 'hand drum' setting, and will definitely enable you to practice, and that practice will be useful to a drum student...Hope this helps. « Show Less
2258239
I would not recommend this one for that level of playing. My son is using it as a beginner in his middle school. I think it's a fair instrument for beginner level learning. I'm not a musician though. The piece is very light and easily damaged.
145507
I think that it could easily be assembled for lefty drummers. The center would be assembled the same and you just switch the two side bars:)
1372311
Yes. OK for a youngster. I'm a 60+ yo drummer and I took it to some little jams as a novelty. Get the bass pedal add-on, makes an Improvement.
899641
I'm 230 and have had no issues at all, but I'm not an abusive drummer and it is in a studio environment.
1930886
I think it would be ok. I bought it for a 6yo boy. The quality is more than a toy but less than a real drum set. A little but of a pain to put togetherI hope this helps
1056358
This is a great set. Sounds like my $1500 electronic drum set on my keyboard amp or headphones. You'll want to get really good headphones, but this is a great system to start on. I had to make a stand to anchor the foot pedals. And even then, the high hat and kicker don't fire every time. But I felt I got my money's worth. I've since upgraded to a Yamaha dtx-562. But that cost about ten times as much. Have fun! :-)
1029621
My son has Roland V Drums , but WOW what a difference in price. I'm a keyboardist but real drummers use it for our band practice. Beats loading. I added a sample Pad and the spare Tom - Cymbal. Also bought a metal rack used-much more sturdy. Plugged it into a big PA W/ great powerful sound. So yeah Quite satisfied.
1029619
Brian: I have played my DM7X Session Kit,5 piece for a few months now and I really like them,for the sound Quality, Versatility, and Ease of Playing. I have been an acoustic drummer for over 40 yrs and never thought I would ever be able to switch to electric, boy, was I wrong. After I read and reread the instruction book, I set them up, adjusted them for my playing, and off I went,on a new musical experience, and my double set of Tama's are in their cases, with no plans to play them again.At a later date I will add another tom and crash cymble, the set has expansion for them, other than that I a very happy Brian: I have played my DM7X Session Kit,5 piece for a few months now and I really like them,for the sound Quality, Versatility, and Ease of Playing. I have been an acoustic drummer for over 40 yrs and never thought I would ever be able to switch to electric, boy, was I wrong. After I read and reread the instruction book, I set them up, adjusted them for my playing, and off I went,on a new musical experience, and my double set of Tama's are in their cases, with no plans to play them again.At a later date I will add another tom and crash cymble, the set has expansion for them, other... » Read More Brian: I have played my DM7X Session Kit,5 piece for a few months now and I really like them,for the sound Quality, Versatility, and Ease of Playing. I have been an acoustic drummer for over 40 yrs and never thought I would ever be able to switch to electric, boy, was I wrong. After I read and reread the instruction book, I set them up, adjusted them for my playing, and off I went,on a new musical experience, and my double set of Tama's are in their cases, with no plans to play them again.At a later date I will add another tom and crash cymble, the set has expansion for them, other than that I a very happy « Show Less
443120
My son is 6 and it fits him good But once he started drum lessons we have realized it's too small. To play on its fine for him but definitely not if your interested In learning to play well. I would say go the next step up for anyone over 8 years old.
1851364
It makes a sound a bit like a very hollow damped snare drum. Unless you don't want to hear the racket, get him a real drum set. You can probably find a cheap one used with cymbals for the same price. The cajon can make nice tones, especially in skilled hands, but so can a cardboard box. If he wants to play drums he wants a set. Start him with just a bass drum, snare and hi-hat.
1774443
This will be great for you if you consider yourself a beginner... budget wise, I found this product very reasonable price...
2012107
My 3 year old granddaughter took to it like a duck to water. She never saw drums before, but just seemed to know what to do. I also bought a set for my 4 year old granddaughter. She has had a harder time using both hands at the same time, but she enjoys playing them every day. They are just so cute on those drums, I can hardly stand it. Best of all, both drum sets are at their homes. But I am thinking of getting another set for them to play when they come to my house.
41059
We got this last year for our sons for Christmas! It is an awesome starter kit, actually comes with a throne. We purchased the Zildjan hi-tops/cymbals that were on sake last year and have since added a cowbell, and several different kinds of drumsticks, mostly Vic Firth. Best wishes to you on this fun purchase!! Rock on!!