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Featured Drum Sets View All Drum Sets

Groove Percussion DK120WRB 5 Piece Drum Set with Cymbals and Hardware

Our Price: $299.99

Ludwig Club Date Special Edition "Downbeat" Drums Shell Pack in Ruby Sparkle Finish

Our Price: $798.75

Yamaha YAMAHA Rock Tour 5-piece Drums Shell Set in Textured Green Sunburst

Our Price: $899.99

Sonor "Bop" 4-pc  Drum Set Shell Pack in Silver Galaxy Sparkle

Our Price: $399.00

Groove Percussion GDK410BKB 4 Piece Drum Set with Cymbals and Hardware

Our Price: $249.99

Pacific By DW PDP Mainstage 5-Piece Drum Set with Hardware & Cymbals

Our Price: $699.99

Tama Royalstar 5-piece Complete Drum Set Special with Hardware and Zildjian ZBT Cymbals! In Black or Red

Our Price: $799.99

Gretsch Renown Maple 6-pc Drums Shell Set with FREE 8” Tom (Graphite Sparkle)

Our Price: $1,698.99

Pearl PEARL Forum 5-Piece Drum Set w/ Hardware and Cymbals

Our Price: $679.00


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Siss-boom-bah! Rhythm is the foundation on which music is created. It’s as simple as banging two sticks together, but it doesn’t stop there. Drums have been used by civilizations to honor, to inspire, and to instill fear in opposing armies. Percussive instruments are used to evoke peace, triumph, and celebration.

The modern drum set, also known as a drum kit or a “trap set” (short for “contraption”), has its roots in efficiency. There was a time when drums were each played individually. That means it required four people to work a 4-piece drum set! Thank goodness someone came up with the idea of the bass drum pedal and enabled drummers to do more than one thing at a time. From there it was all down-beat. More drums, more cymbals, the foot-triggered low-hat and hi-hat. Drummers rocked their way through the 20th Century going from a basic 4-piece standard to the outlandish setups of progressive rock and metal drummers in the ‘80s, and back to the more modest setups of indie bands today. (Not to mention electronic drums!) And through it all, Sam Ash has offered drummers a home to research and acquire the valued tools of their trade. We offer the finest quality instruments at the best prices, guaranteed. Sam Ash Direct stocks a complete selection of drum sets to suit every style and budget.

Sam Ash offers an amazing selection of drum sets from such top manufacturers as Ludwig, Mapex, Pearl, Sonor, Tama and Yamaha. We stock drum kits that come complete with hardware and shell packs for players who already have hardware and are looking to replace or upgrade their drums. We also carry the most popular electronic drum sets from Alesis , Roland , Pearl and Yamaha. Every drum set we sell is backed by our industry leading 45-Day Money Back Guarantee and our 60-Day Price Protection policy which guarantees you the lowest price—even after the sale! Call us at 1-800-472-6274 and ask to speak to a drum specialist today. We’ll get your rhythm going!

Check out our Buyers Guides for more information on drums and percussion:

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Electronic Drum Set Buyers Guide

Choosing the Right Cymbals for Your Drum Kit

Remo Djembe Buyers Guide

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In-stock orders ship the same day if you order by 4:00PM EST. If we don't make it you get 20% off your next purchase!

"Best In The Business" 45-Day No-Hassle Return Policy
Buy with confidence knowing that if you are not complete satisfied with your purchase you can return within 45 days of the date of purchase.*

"Best In The Business" 60-Day Price Protection Policy
At Sam Ash you get the guaranteed lowest prices. If you see a lower price before or after the sale let us know and we'll make it right.**

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Our customer support center is staffed by Sam Ash Direct music and sound gear professionals. We don't use outsourced call centers.

88-Years Experience Of Serving Musicians
Sam Ash opened it's first store in 1924 and we continue to stand by our founder's policy of offering all musicians the best possible service, selection and prices.

All The Latest Gear From The Biggest Names In The Business
Just browse our huge inventory and you'll see that we have it all.

*Items must be returned in resalable condition. Certain items are excluded from this offer. Click here for complete details.
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