Best Drum Sets For Toddlers, Children and Juniors Kits

Drum kits for kids are now available both online and in retail stores. These are designed to meet drumming needs for children in different age groups. Drum kits for kids are different from adult drum sets because they are smaller, cheaper and typically easier to play.  In addition to this, the materials used to design youth sets are different from those used in adult sets.

Picking the Right Drum Kit For Your Child

Before buying a kit for your kid you should establish the seriousness of the child first. For two to four year olds, you might consider getting sets that are considerably smaller, simpler and cheaper. This is due in part to the fact that kids at this age are still trying to develop their motor skills. They should be able to progress well with cheaper sets until they are ready for more challenging drumming.

For older kids, you should consider investing in a considerably higher quality drum kit. PDP, a division of DW, offers high quality drum kits for kids from the ages of three to seven. On the other hand, if the kid is old enough to approach music with a high level of seriousness, it may be wise to invest in an ‘adult’ sized drum set.

Bass drums that are 18 inches to 20 inches are recommended as they accommodate players who are slightly smaller. Plus, when you buy an adult sized shell pack, you can buy the appropriate hardware, cymbals and other accessories separately to accommodate the kid’s needs.

 

Top Drum Kits for Kids

1.) First Act Discovery Kits

First Act Discovery makes drum kits intended for kids ages three to nine. While the most popular First Act drum set is the 4 piece, First Act also offers larger sets, such as the 5 piece pictured to the left. First Act’s electronic drum sets are also very sought after.

First Act Discovery Drum Kits for kids start at around $150 and go up to $300 depending on the configuration.

For more, check out our review of First Act Discovery Drum Sets and related percussion products.

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2.) DDrum D1 Junior Drum Set

This is a 5 piece set and it will meet the needs of your little drummer to perfection. As part of the package, it comes with a bass drum that is 10 x 16, a floor tom that is 10 x 13 inches, a snare drum that is 4 x 12 inches and rack mounted tom toms that are 5 x 8 and 5 x 10 inches.

Included with this shell pack is complete hardware including a snare, hi-hat and straight stand with accompanying cymbals.

The whole set is approximately priced at around $250.

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3.) Ludwig Junior Drum Set

Ludwig is one of the more well-known brand names in the drum sets for kids category. These are built to last and have a reputation for quality sound.

If your child is in the learning stages, this set comes with everything needed for them to learn drumming.

It has a 16×10 bass, a 4×12 snare, and 3 toms. Also included in the package is hardware, a throne, sticks a crash cymbal and high hats.  The Ludwig Junior drum kit is around $300.

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4.) Mendini Kids Drum Kit

Mendini is an off-brand junior drum kit manufacturer that makes several variations for kids. Most of their kits come with drumsticks, cymbals and an adjustable throne. Mendini offers sets from 3pc and up with options for separate hi hats and additional add-ons.

The set pictured to the left is a higher end 5pc and is priced at $180. (Follow either of the links below for kits under $99)

Mendini kits are an ideal choice for young drummers between the ages of 2 to 4.

See Various Mendini Sets – Amazon |

 

5.) De Rosa Drum Kit For Kids

De Rosa is best described as a quintessential drum kit maker for kids. They are perfect for aspiring young drummers.

De Rosa drum kits are designed using actual drum specs which includes the use of Birch shells. De Rosa drum kits also feature metal hardware instead of plastic.

The 3pc pictured to the left includes a 12in bass, 8 inch tom, snare and 8in cymbal with holder, pedal, sticks and a junior throne. All this is at approximately $125.

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6.) GP Percussion GP50 Kit

The GP Percussion GP50 is a complete 3 piece junior drum kit. It comes with a separate hi-hat stand which helps with coordination for future drumming.

The height of the set is adjustable and what is more, it features heavy duty hardware and brass cymbals.

Also included with this kit is a drum throne and sticks. It is an ideal choice for kids from the age of 3 to 8 years of age and priced at around $150.

See this set on – Amazon |

 

7.) Fisher Price Drum Set

Although not fully covered on this site, an honorable mention goes to the Fisher Price drum set for babies and toddlers. This little kits can be purchased for around $50 or under.

 

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