If you are new to e-drumming, purchasing a set of drums for the first time can be both exciting and challenging. It’s also a weighty investment for most people, even if you are considering an affordable option such as the Alesis Surge Mesh Kit, not to mention heavier-priced models. In this article, I’m sharing five things I wish I had known when shopping for my first e-drum kit. Learn from others’ mistakes to prevent your own!
1. Some People Just Don’t Like E-Drums
This might look like an unnecessary piece of advice because, well, you are already looking for an electronic set. Still, many people view going electronic as a natural transition from loud acoustic drums that annoy your roommates (and possibly neighbors) and take up a ridiculous amount of space. In fact, however, e-drums are not for everyone. Do give the instrument a try somewhere you can lay your hands on one for some to see if it resonates with you. Even the best kit will be a waste of money if electronic and fake are the same to you.
2. Your Neighbors Will Most Probably Hear You Play
Few articles written to talk you into buying an e-drum set fail to mention how quiet electronic drums are. This is of course true if you compare them to their acoustic counterparts, but the sticks do make a dry patter-like noise as they hit the mesh head. Just keep that in mind if being annoying is your chief concern.
3. Prices Lie
Sometimes you see a kit that’s so cheap you are ready to click the Purchase button right on the spot. Before you do so, however, take the time to factor in what accessories and upgrades you’re likely to need to get the best of your new drum set. This is especially true if you plan to start cheap and grow the kit as your skill improves. The approach offers a lot of benefits such as increasing mindfulness, but it also means you’ll pay more for every single item in the end because sets are normally cheaper.
4. Speakers Matter
One example of how accessories can be vital to your performance is the audio output. If you invest a fortune in an e-drum set and expect it to deliver, decent speakers are the only way to avoid frustration. Grainy sound is something you just can’t beat no matter what your instrument is capable of.
5. Different Kits Fit Different Situations
There are all kinds of electronic drums on the market. Some are meant for frequent live performance, while others will work just fine for occasional garage sessions. Finally, there are additional parameters associated with ease of recording.
The solution is to think ahead and decide on your priorities before you go shopping to avoid dramatic over- or underinvestment. As I have already mentioned, gradually evolving a set that sucks initially is usually not the wisest approach to saving money on e-drums. Another common mistake to beware of is buying something just because it’s been marked down.
Drumming Your Way to Victory
Deciding on the electronic drum set to start your drumming journey with can be a difficult task. The pricing tends to be really tricky, especially if you are interested in saving your budget, and marketing tends to be mildly misleading. Finally, every single detail matters when it comes to how a kit will perform. Yet, if you shop mindfully with due regard to your preferred setting as well as the amount you are prepared to invest, you have every chance of having a smooth start.
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