Want to get into drums, but I have never played before, Any tips?

Question

Alright here's the lowdown:
1. I am 14
2. I know how to play piano
I need to know:
1. A good brand of drums (for beginners or anything)
2. What's a good price to expect
3. Any other tips?

Thanks a whole bunch! Any advice to me is worth reading, thank you! :D

Answer 1

Here's what ya do:

Buy a USED set...you can find them in the newspaper pretty cheap....around here I seen them for 300 bucks. You might have to clean them up a little...but so what? You're just starting. If you go buy a new set and decide you don't like it....you won't get all your money back...so go used at first.

Everybody that's NOT going to pay for the drums knows the good ones...as I seen already.

Sonor, Tama, Yamaha....too pricey
Gretsch and Pearl...more towards what you're looking for price wise
CB drums aren't bad, nothing a good tuning can't cure...they're cheap...but not total crap

BUT...like I said....getting a used set will get you more for your money....you might get a high end set for cheap IF you're lucky...and most of the time you get cymbals too. If the cymbals look dirty...no big deal....they make cleaners that will make them look brand new. If you decide to go the "new cymbal" route go with Sabian. It's the same thing as Zildjian. Both Zildjian brothers split up and gave each other their half of the formula. Only difference....Ziljians are mostly made in Massachusetts....Sabian in Canada...and Sabians run a little cheaper

It's a shame you're not trying to buy around Christmas...that's when people are selling off drums left and right for present money....and for dirt cheap

Answer 2

It's great you want to learn drums and playing piano will definitely help with your understanding of music!
Most major drum companies have a "beginner's" or "entry level" kit, so it's worth checking out some of the sites listed.
In Australian dollars, most of these kits are around $999. However, you'll probably have to buy cymbals separately. Companies such as Zildjian often have starter packages, which are a really good way of getting some decent sounding cymbals without paying a fortune.
Finding a good teacher can be a really important first step, especially if you haven't played drums before. This is one of the best ways of making sure your technique etc is sound.
Good luck and most of all, enjoy playing. Keep with it even if it's a little tricky at first, you'll soon see the rewards!

Answer 3

1. 14 is a decent age to start to learn how to play.
2. playing piano means you should be good at keeping time(if you use a metronome). this should come in handy when learning the drums.

3. a good brand to start out with is groove percussion, or any of the low line of kits on the market.

4. for a beginner kit it will cost around $300.us and you might have to (but not always) buy your own drum throne(seat) or kick pedal.

5. when starting out it's good to have lessons (from the local music store) right away. it makes it a lot less frustrating to learn the basics. then once you get the hang of it, it'll all be upward from there.

Answer 4

I see a lot of pros play Toma. But I'm sure that means they are expensive. If it's your first set, look for a not-so-used set. Do not buy a toy set (under $400us). That's like throwing your money away. It will sound bad, and be difficult to play. Better to start with a basic set (Snare drum, Tom tom, Floor tom, Crash cymbal and Ride cymbal, a hi-hat, Bass Pedal, Seat). Then you can add to it later when you have more money (more cymbals, tom-toms, and another bass).
When you really get some money, check out Roland V-Drums.

Whatever you do, don't forget the cow bell!
I just heard Guitar Center is having a sale. I think drums are included in the sale.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

i would recommend first getting some cheap lessons to see if it's really for you. On the beginner equipment thing, if you become really interested in drums and start getting better, you'll have to buy new things for your set to accomodate your growing skill. While it may seem stupid, cocky, or arrogant, start of with good quality stuff and just don't meddle with all the upgrades and such. Better use of money. But make sure you're going to be really dedicated. It's hard just to wakeup and think 'i'll play drums today' and become good. Good percussional skills and rhythm often come naturally and it's hard to force yourself to learn and be passionate about at the same time. Just think everything through before dedicating to expensive stuff or cheap beginner things.

Answer 7

I think you sould join the school band and then tell them that you want to learn how to play the drums.

Answer 8

eh... try Yamaha if you want one that'll last for AGES... (i used to play drums, branched off into vibrophone at 12 ) so save up cause Yamaha's tend to be slightly expensive.