Pearl FZ725 Forum 5 Piece Drum Set with Cymbals and Hardware
Great kit for beginning drummers.

Among the best-quality, entry-level drum kits in the world, and one of the best values too.

The Pearl Forum FZ725 Standard 5-Piece Drum Set is among the best-quality, entry-level drum kits in the world, and one of the best values too. Beside the drums and hardware, it comes with the stuff you normally have to buy separately: cymbals, drumsticks, and even a set-up video. All-poplar shells are made with the same heat-compression shell molding process as the pro line. With all the essentials included, it truly lives up to its nickname, Ready-Set-Go!

Pearl Forum features shells made in the same molds and using the same Heat Compression Shell Molding Process as Pearl’s professional series drums. All Forum shells feature Pearl’s exclusive scarf joint (gapless seam) construction for uniform shell vibration, unimpeded by air pockets, for warmth and richness found only in more expensive drums.

The 5-1/2″ x 14″ snare drum features a 100% poplar shell for unparalleled sonic performance in its class. Low-mass lugs offer optimum tonality and resonance while low-mass tom mounting brackets deliver big sound. Heavy-duty SP-70 spurs give stability and key-style tension rods allow precise tuning of bass drum. The 2-section B-70W boom stand folds compactly for transport and the direct-pull action on H-72W hi-hat stand assures super-quick and smooth action.

The Forum hardware in the FZ725 pack includes a S-70W snare stand, C-70W cymbal stand, B-70W boom stand, H-72W hi-hat stand, and a D70W drum throne all with sturdy double-braced legs. The H-72W hi-hat features an Eliminator-style footboard, UltraGrip wingnuts/wingbolts, and outstanding Pearl quality. The included chain-drive P-120 pedal with Eliminator-style footboard, spring hook, SP-31F spring with felt and nylon cam roller, and spring tension rubber washer allows the player to set the beater to the best angle for speed and power. The heavy DuoBeat beater has plastic and felt faces for hard or soft attack.

The cymbal pack includes a pair of great sounding 14″ hi-hat cymbals, a 16″ crash, and a versatile 18″ crash/ride. A pair of genuine Vic Firth 5A drumsticks are included as is a set-up and instructional video featuring Eric Singer.

Pearl Forum FZ725 5-Piece Standard Drum Set Features:

* 6-ply 7.5mm poplar Shells
* Redesigned Lug Design
* I.S.S. Tom Mounting
* Improved Cymbals w/16″ Crash
* Perimeter EQ Bass Drum Heads
* Free DVD
* Free Vic Firth Drumsticks

Sizes:
* 22″ x 18″ bass
* 12″ x 9″ and 13″ x 10″ toms
* 16″ x 16″ floor tom
* 5-1/2″ x 14″ wood snare

Hardware pack:
* P-120 bass drum pedal
* S-70W snare stand
* C-70W cymbal stand
* B-70W boom stand
* H-72W hi-hat stand
* D70W throne

Cymbals:
* 14″ hi-hat set
* 16″ crash
* 18″ crash/ride

Rating:
One of Pearl’s long standing line of drum sets. The Forum series is great for the beginner drummer. Low price point, decent hardware and good looks. What’s cool about this set is that it give the beginning drummer everything he or she will need. This would make a great gift for a new drummer without costing an arm and a leg. Great beginner hardware and cymbals included…

Ludwig 5-Piece Junior Drum Set with Cymbals – Cheap, low priced

When pots and pans just won't do anymore, Ludwig offers a complete 5-piece Junior sized drum set that won't break the bank. The Ludwig drum kit is designed to imitate all the features of the real deal, with cymbals, a throne, and hardware; you get it all. Recommended for children ages 4-8. Check the current pricing here at Musician’s Friend. You get free shipping on it as well.

Rating:
This drum kit is just too cool. Great, cheap price and it bears the Ludwig name. It’s sized for a kid 4-8 years old. You can’t beat this price as it comes complete with cymbals and hardware. It’s a nice looking drum set also with a great finish. The beginner drummer should be pounding away on the skins at no time with this sweet drum kit.

Pro 5-Piece Shell Pack with Black Hardware – cheap, low priced beginner drum set

Complete 5-piece drum shell kit from Pulse features black drum hardware, suspension mounts on toms, and bold, edgy finishes. Cymbal stands and cymbals not included with drum set. Check Musician’s Friend for current price. They also give you free shipping on it.

Cymbals to match up with this set:
Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack. Search around The Musician Friend’s site (check out the “Don’t forget” side bar on the Sabian B8 14HH/18 Cymbal Pack page. It has low priced stands.) for more cymbals and Pulse hardware. You should be able to find the set up you need and get it all at an affordable price.

Rating:
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill cheaper drum set you would find at a department store. It’s actually a fairly nice kit for the beginner drummer. It doesn’t include the stands and cymbals, but cheap cymbal and hardware can be found at Musician’s Friend where this drum set can be purchased. Just search around for their Pulse Hardware. The black hardware is pretty cool looking. This should get the beginner drummer off to the right start.

DW Eco-X 5-Piece Shell Pack Standard

* Hybrid bamboo/birch shells
* True Pitch Tuning
* STM (Suspension Tom Mounts)
* Proportional Counter Hoops
* DW Heads by Remo USA
* Sizes:
* (Choose between) 20″ x 18″ or 22″ x 18″ bass drum
* 10″ x 8″ tom
* 12″ x 9″ tom
* 14″ x 12″ floor tom
* 5-1/2″ x 14″ snare drum

DW Eco-X 5-Piece Shell Pack
DW provides drummers with yet another sonic option, while at the same time utilizing renewable resources—that’s Eco-X. They are big, full-sounding drums with a huge fundamental, and all of the warmth, resonance, and attack that Collector’s Series drums are known for.

This DW Eco-X 5-piece drum shell pack not only satisfies drummer’s needs with its huge sound, and full frequency range, but it also satisfies our need to be environmentally conscious. The unique hybrid bamboo/birch shells provide increased high-end attack, while DW’s X Shell technology offers unprecedented low-end response. Plus, DW drummer-friendly features such as True Pitch Tuning, STM (Suspension Tom Mounts), Proportional Counter Hoops and DW Heads by Remo USA all come standard. It’s a giant leap forward in shell technology and everyone wins!

Making drum shells sound better is what DW does best. The X Shell technology all started with DW’s foray into VLT, or Vertical Low Timbre Technology. They found that in experimenting with alternate ways to cross-laminate a shell, the tension on the shell could be greatly decreased if the majority of plies were run vertically, rather than horizontally. Just like a guitar string, the tighter it gets, the higher in pitch it goes.

Drum shells must be cross-laminated for strength, so the idea of designing a completely vertical shell to achieve optimal low frequencies was never an option, until now—enter X Shells. The concept was derived from DW’s popular line of VGE (Vertical Grain Exotics). DW had been laminating veneer in a diagonal orientation for a while, but had never considered the sonic benefits until Master Drum Designer John Good proposed it, “If we can mimic the effect of a complete VLT shell, we’ll have created the lowest sounding drum ever.” The first prototype was made and the result was a home run. Exactly what Mr. Good had anticipated, big, full-sounding drums with a huge fundamental, and all of the warmth, resonance, and attack that DW Collector’s Series drums are known for.

Cymbals and hardware not included.

Rating:
Top of the line kit. I love the sound of DW drums…I’ve had a chance to play on some and the sound quality is awesome. The exotic finishes that DW offers are beautiful and this bamboo birch combination is incredible. I think experts who use them agree that they’re worth the price. They’re actually at a a good price point for a kit of this quality and the unique style of the drum…no two are alike. If you’re looking for top of the line at a good price, this is it.

And Many other colors to choose from…

Ludwig Accent CS Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set

Birch shells punch out the groove with authority.

The Ludwig Accent CS Custom Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set has 8-ply, 8mm 100% birch shells that deliver professional sound quality for demanding drummers. The Ludwig Accent CS drum set also has kick style spurs, Vibra-bands on toms, and Poly Ball tom holders. This Ludwig drum kit includes a 22″ x 18″ kick drum, 10″ x 8″ and 12″ x 8″ mounted toms, a 14″ x 14″ floor tom, a 14″ x 5″ wood snare drum, bass drum pedal, snare stand, cymbal stand, boom cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, and a tom holder.

Ludwig never skimps on quality. From solid Ludwig-styled lugs to rubber insulated bass drum claw hooks, Accent CS drum kits feature Ludwig custom hardware, including durable double-brace legs and chain-pull bass drum pedal with a solid rock-plate for stability. Count on Ludwig to take what you’ve got and make you sound great!

Cymbals are not included.

Ludwig Accent CS Fusion 5-Piece Drum Set Features:

* 22″ x 18″ kick
* 10″ x 8″ and 12″ x 8″ toms
* 14″ x 14″ floor tom
* 14″ x 5″ snare
* 100% birch shells
* High-gloss painted finish Kick style spurs

Ludwig custom hardware includes:
* L322SS snare stand
* L326CS cymbal Stand
* L336MBS boom cymbal stand
* L316HH hi-hat stand
* L315FP foot pedal
* Vibra-band suspension mount

Great value on an awesome drum set.

Rating:
The hardware gets rave reviews for a lower priced kit like this from what I’ve found. Great shells, good sound. Great for all genres of playing. Awesome sparkle finishes. Ludwig is a trusted name that has been around a long time. The price is unbelievable on this…