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Everything you should know about E-Drums

Want to buy an e-drum kit? Which one is right for you?

Beginner or pro: at MUSIC STORE you’ll find the right electronic drum kit for every level. E-drums are ideal if you want to practise quietly without disturbing neighbours, and they also open up huge sound worlds you can tailor to your style. Even entry-level e-drum kits often include multiple presets with a wide range of sounds. With an e-drum set, you’re ready for almost any musical situation: you can adjust volume at any time, and you can change the sound character quickly—sometimes even within a single song. While earlier modules were often limited to synthetic sounds, most modern e-drum modules now use multi-layer samples for a far more realistic playing experience.

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E-drum modules with high-quality multi-layer sounds

One of the key features of any e-drum kit is the sound quality. Many electronic drum sets ship with standard factory sounds from modules, which are great for practising at home. Professional e-drum kits, however, rely on higher-end sound engines and multi-layer sounds.

For the Fame E Drum Hybrid Pro, star drummers Simon Phillips and Marco Minnemann recorded their own instruments across multiple velocity layers. For these exclusive multi-layer sounds, 12,500 individual samples were captured. The result is excellent dynamics and expressive response that can noticeably enhance your performance.

A real hi-hat on an e-drum kit

If you want a truly realistic playing feel on an e-drum set, a real hi-hat is a game changer. With so-called hi-hat controllers, opening and closing is simulated digitally via a foot controller. A real hi-hat on a standard stand offers clear advantages: the feel—especially pedal resistance and opening range—is very close to an acoustic drum kit. This leads to better dynamics and more expressive playing.

A few years ago, real hi-hat setups were mostly reserved for high-end electronic drum kits. Today, you can also find them in mid-range price brackets. The Fame DD-ONE Professional XT delivers a real hi-hat and professional drum hardware at an affordable price.

Digital Drums: multi-function pads with high-end software

Digital Drums is an umbrella term for devices that combine drum and percussion sounds in one unit—while still being playable with sticks or hands. From a mini drum kit for kids or beginners (such as the Fame DD-350) to a fully featured percussion pad with sampling (like the Roland SPD-SX), you’ll find plenty of options.

These e-drums combine pads and sound generation (module/software) in one device—perfect for simulating a kit in minimal space or expanding an acoustic kit with electronic sounds. Many models also include inputs for external pads, for example an extra snare pad or a ride cymbal.

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Drum machines: play drum beats and backing tracks

Drum machines are the perfect companion for musicians who need drum grooves for accompaniment. If you don’t want to play drums yourself but still want a solid rhythmic foundation, a drum machine is a simple and effective solution. Devices like the Boss DR-01S Rhythm Partner or the Korg KR-55 Pro deliver professional beats. Many units also let you store and play back full playbacks or backing tracks.

Buy accessories for electronic drums

Most components of an e-drum kit can be purchased separately or expanded—perfect for upgrading your setup over time. Many e-drum modules include optional inputs for additional pads, extra snare, tom and cymbal pads. You’ll also find a wide range of e-drum accessories such as mesh heads and drumsticks.

Upgrade your e-drum kit anytime: pads, mesh heads, hardware and more – shipped worldwide with 3-year warranty.

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Buy triggers for acoustic drums – hybrid drumming

Many drummers want to turn their acoustic drum kit into a hybrid setup. Hybrid drumming means combining acoustic drums with electronic drum sounds. To do this, triggers (Roland, Yamaha or Fame) are mounted on or inside the drum shell. They convert hits into electronic impulses that a sound module turns into electronic sounds. These module sounds can then be mixed with the acoustic kit—or replace it entirely.

This method is especially popular live, because it can enhance the natural drum sound and expand it with new sonic options. A great example is our Fame Pro Trigger Stage Set combined with the Fame Hybrid Pro module.

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