How Much Do Good Electric Drums Cost?
Electronic drum sets are more expensive than most acoustic drum sets because of their hardware. To get the same performance as you would from an acoustic set, be prepared to spend much more money.
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Reasons for Increased Cost
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The module in an electronic drum set is an advanced computer that stores many drum sounds, allowing for a huge range of possible kit setups and customization possibilities. Electronic drum sets will also often try to duplicate the feel of an acoustic set, resulting in very expensive material use.
Different Brands
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Roland and Yamaha have established themselves as the front-runners in the electronic drum set race because of their advanced modules and natural feeling drums.
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Roland Mesh
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On Roland high-end kits, the heads are made of mesh, which adds bounce and feels like a real acoustic drum head.
Yamaha Rubber
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Yamaha specializes in making its heads out of rubber but still with the feel of an acoustic set.
Warning
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If you are in the market for electronic drums, be prepared to spend big money. Buying a cheap set will only cause frustration from shoddy materials, lack of available customization and triggering problems.
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