10 of the Best Budget Electronic Drum Sets in the World Today

There are plenty of affordable drum sets on the market today that appeal to experts, beginners and everyone in between

By Chris RoditisMusicngear Lead Editor

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You don't need to be a professional drummer or have millions in your bank account to sound like a superstar. There are plenty of affordable drum sets on the market today that appeal to experts, beginners and everyone in between.

Here are the 10 of the best affordable electronic drum sets in the world today:

Millenium MPS-425 E-Drum Mesh Set

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This is an excellent set for beginners. The touch is amazing, there are no delays, the sound is great and the price is a bargain. One of the very best values on the market.

Roland TD-4KP - V-Drum Portable Set 

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This is an excellent electronic drum set at a great price. It's easy to transport, and its hi-hat and cymbals sound crisp and amazing, almost as good as the real thing and better than almost any other model. This set is perfect for easy practices, recording sessions and gigs.

Article photo - 10 of the Best Budget Electronic Drum Sets in the World TodayMillenium MPS-250 USB E-Drum Set 

This fantastic drum set will not dissapoint beginners, veteran drummers, or anyone in between. One great feature is that you are able to use the MIDI controller with Toontracks. This makes for excellent recording. The drum pads are sturdy and durable for most players and the value is great.

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The sound is balanced with a nice bass and the set is very stable for its price. LED rings light up when the drums are played as a nice touch. This set is an extremely affordable and can be used by kids and adults alike.

Yamaha DTX400K Compact E-Drum Set

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It's easy to use and excellent for learning. This is the perfect kit for beginners. The sound is great and affordable and it has high-quality features. This set is highly recommended for anyone looking for a great practice kit.

Roland TD-1KV V-Drum Set

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The Roland TD-1KV V-Drum Set features flexible positioning for pedals, a durable build and excellent abilities to upgrade. This means that unlike other less expensive models, you can invest in this set and not have to worry about quickly outgrowing it. This is the perfect set for someone looking for a mix of high quality and a set that will last for a long time.

Yamaha DD-65

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This is an excellent electronic drum kit that is very affordable given its features. It may be one of the best values you can find. It may be slightly geared toward beginners, but is a solid investment for anyone looking to move away from acoustic drums. One of the best values on the market, and although it doesn't come with all the features of more expensive models, it is certainly worth the price

Millenium MD-90 Mobile Drum

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This is one of the best combinations of price and quality for someone who is just starting or a veteran drummer. It's compact and easy to use and assemble. The cymbal and all the drums play crisp and at an excellent volume. For one of the cheaper models on the market, it's still is excellent quality and a solid purchase.

Article photo - 10 of the Best Budget Electronic Drum Sets in the World TodayMillenium HD-50 E-Drum Set

This set is great to use for anyone looking for a solid practice drum set. It is small and will fit nicely into smaller spaces and is excellent for youths and beginners and is very affordable for any budget. A solid drum set for beginners or anyone looking for an affordable drum set to practice with.

Alesis DM7X Session KitArticle photo - 10 of the Best Budget Electronic Drum Sets in the World Today

This is an affordable kit that is compact and really packs a punch with excellent cymbal and all around drum sounds. It's durable with easy-to-use pedals and other features and is recommended for both beginners and more experienced drummers. Great mix of sound, size and durability in an affordable package.

About Chris Roditis

Chris Roditis has been an active musician since 1995 in various bands and projects across a variety of genres ranging from acoustic, electronic to nu metal, british rock and trip hop. He has extensive experience as a mixing engineer and producer and has built recording studios for most of the projects he has been involved with. His passion for music steered his entrepreneurial skills into founding MusicNGear in 2012.

Contact Chris Roditis at chrisroditis@kinkl.com

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