Drum kit
A drum kit (also called a drum set,[a] trap set, or simply drums) is a collection of drums, cymbals, and sometimes other auxiliary percussion instruments set up to be played by one person.[1] The drummer typically holds a pair of matching drumsticks or special wire or nylon brushes; and uses their feet to operate hi-hat and bass drum pedals.
A standard kit usually consists of:[2]
The drum kit is a part of the standard rhythm section and is used in many types of popular and traditional music styles, ranging from rock and pop to blues and jazz.
A that sets the basic time-feel and provides a rhythmic framework for the song (examples include a backbeat or shuffle). Grooves can set the mood of the song.
groove
and other ornaments and variations that provide variety and add interest to the drum sound. Fills could include a sting at the end of a musical section or act as a drum showpiece.
Drum fills
Traditional double-headed of varying diameters and depths
rack toms
(generally the widest and largest toms, which also makes them the lowest-pitched toms)
Floor toms
Single-headed
concert toms
Rototoms
or a double bass pedal are standard for some genres, particularly heavy metal music
Double bass drums
Extra hanging or
rack toms
Extra crash cymbals
A , in addition to the main ride cymbal
crash/ride cymbal
A second floor tom, either larger or smaller than the first
Cymbal stacks
Different types of
gongs
Multiple ride cymbals; a , thinner and larger than the main ride, was once common as a second ride or crash/ride, even in a four-piece kit, but is now less so (jazz drummers, however, may still have two or more ride cymbals, even as part of a small kit).
sizzle cymbal
Drum bags are made from robust cloth such as or from cloth-backed vinyl. They give minimal protection from bumps and impacts, but they do protect drums and cymbals from precipitation. They are adequate for drums transported in private vehicles to local gigs and sessions. They are often the only option for young drummers who are just starting out.
cordura
Mid-price hard cases are of similar construction to suitcases, commonly made of fiber composite. The offer more protection from bumps than cloth bags.
ddrum
Camco
Drum Workshop
Gretsch Drums
Ludwig-Musser
Slingerland Drum Company
Tama Drums
Manufacturers using the American traditional format in their catalogs include these:
Those using the European measures of diameter and depth include these: