I got an electronic drum kit! It makes drum sounds when I hit it! I can plug My headphones into it and it doesn’t annoy the neighbours!
I played a simple beat on it and it was fun. I want to practice until I’m really good at it and I can invent great music.
Any drummers out there with newbie advice?
I’m not a drummer, but I raised one.
The electronic set isn’t a bad starting point, but according to what her teacher said, you’re better off with an acoustic drum set if you’re learning.
I no longer remember exactly why, but I think it had to do with how the sticks rebound of the drum heads. You can get a better feel and learn dynamics better on an acoustic set.
So, you might want to get an acoustic set later. You can get practice heads and cymbals that aren’t as loud.
When I got hers, I found a used set on eBay. It was her Christmas present that year:
“I hope it’s a puppy!”
I’d it really depends on if you own a house that does not share any wall with any neighbors or if you rent an apartment. If you own a house, an acoustic drum may be feasible. Otherwise, having an electronic drum set is the only realistic scenario in which you can practice drums regularly. I had to drive to a secluded rehearsal space, pay rent and deal with the other people and their time schedule just to practice a bit. I wanted to practice every day, but I couldn’t. And it sucked. I’d say it’s better to practice a lot with a slightly altered feel from a real kit than to practice much less with a better feel. Also, edrum sets have improved a lot over the years.