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I guess everybody knows what a drum kit is, that noisy instrument that is heaven for some people’s ears or simply hell, due to the noise, to others. But some might say: “there are so many loud instruments, which one is the drum kit?” And they are right, so let’s spoil the mystery and say a drum kit is a collection of drums (obviously, the name says it all), cymbals and other percussion instruments (like tambourines, triangles, cowbells) that are used for playing by a single player (drummer). All the instruments of the drum kit are hit with a variety of things held in hands, such as sticks, mallets or brushes. But nowadays, to have a complete, shocking show, artists use so many other things to make the sound of the drum kits more interesting and special. The drum kit also has a foot- operated pedal, which is why the drummer has to sit when playing. The drum kit’s set- up varies depending on the type of music that is being played. For example, when it comes to rock music, the primary instruments used to create the drum beat are the bass drum, the hi-hat and the snare, whilst in jazz, for example, things change a little. In the last decade, electronic drum pads started to be used by drummers, which have triggered a new set of synthesized sounds. When purchasing a drum kit, there are several things people have in mind: the musical style they will adopt, financial resources, and personal preferences and not in the least the transportation methods. When you hear about “four piece- kit” you must know it refers to the number of drums in the actual set and the price is also established based on that. Most well known drum- kits are Tama, Yamaha, Pearl, Roland or Gretsch and they can be bought from specialized stores or even online. There are many websites that sell drum-kits, either new or used, like musicianfriend.com; or even amazon.com or buy.com. The prices start from about $400 and they can increase up to a few thousand dollars for a new drum- kit, depending on the quality and the brand as well. The drum-kits come in a variety of colors, from dark blue to cranberry, depending on the tastes, so that the musical instrument to match the color tastes of the owner. Another good thing is that if you order a used drum-kit online you can get it the next day and most suppliers offer free shipping. You can get a used drum made of natural wood, if you like more sophisticated things, at about $600. Used drums are usually a good idea for those who want to learn how to play, but it would be a shame to waste a fortune on a new drum, just to learn how to play. Also, they are simple to set up and anybody can become an experienced drummer buying a drum- kit. Home | Privacy |