Electronic Drums

Electric Drums

The market for electronic drums is constantly evolving, and over the years, the selection has increased significantly.

Today, there are many different versions of electric drums, and they are gradually available for all needs and in all price ranges.

A digital drum kit - which is also called electric drums - is essentially a synthesizer whose sound resembles that of an acoustic drum kit. An electric drum set consists of a series of pads that are mounted on a stand in the same way as acoustic drums. The striking surfaces on electric drums often have a rubber surface.

They are equipped with sensors that emit an electric signal when struck. The signal is sent to the drum kit's module, which produces a sound that varies depending on which drum you hit.

What are the advantages of electric drums over acoustic drums?

One of the parameters that electronic drums differ from acoustic drums on is space consumption. Generally, electronic drum kits are more compact than acoustic ones. The fact that they typically take up much less space and are lighter means they can be packed down, transported, and stored more easily.

Another difference is found in the drums' sound: electric drums differ from acoustic ones because the electric version uses recorded sounds that are played back when you hit the individual pad. Therefore, you cannot produce exactly the same sounds as with an acoustic drum kit. With electric drums, you can easily adjust the volume. It is worth noting that the sound quality always depends on the amplifier and the other equipment you use for your electric drums. At SoundStoreXL, we have a large selection of high-quality accessories that you can find here.

Last but not least, one of the significant advantages of electric drum kits is the noise level. They emit almost no noise, but you can advantageously place your electric drum kit on a mat or carpet that can absorb the vibrations that using the bass drum pedal will produce. By playing with headphones on, you can practice without disturbing your surroundings.

Should I choose electric or acoustic drums?

The sound of an electric drum kit is easy to control, and it is easy to set up, which is why it is a popular beginner drum kit. Electric drums are also used by advanced and even professional drummers who want a small and practical set for practicing.

On www.soundstorexl.com you will find a large selection of electric drums. In addition, we also offer hardware for electric drums and various electric drum accessories such as drum mats and drum bags.