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Bright, full, and warm.  A medium range cymbal with a clean mix.  This ride has an even balanced feel with a clear ping and controlled wash.  A very versitile cymbal for many musical applications. Medium WeightSoft to Loud Volume RangeBalanced Stick SoundMedium SustainSeparated Bell Character ... Read more

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Looking for a solid beat? These hats have the perfect all-purpose combination of stick and "chick" sound. Perhaps the most popular hi-hat pair in the world, they're perfect for all purpose use. ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Positively great all around hi-hat
I mostly use 15" Zindjian Master Sound hi-hats (ASIN B0002I6HIO), but got this pair bundled with a high-end Zildjian cymbal pack. I'm extremely impressed with the sound across the full range of hi-hat work, from basic timekeeping to open and closed work.This pair has a wonderful "chick" sound, and in partially open position produces an amazing swoosh when you ride it with 16th notes or triplets. It is cutting when open, making it one of the few hi-hat pairs that will work well with both jazz and rock - and just about any other music genre. ... Read more

Product Description

You get famous Ludwig quality and select wood shells including a matching wood snare. The shells feature wrapped finishes. 22" x 16" bass, 12" x 10" and 13" x 11" toms, 16" x 16" floor tom, and a 6-1/2" x 14" snare. Hardware includes LA214FP bass pedal, snare stand, and straight cymbal and hi-hat stands. Cymbals not included. Includes throne. ... Read more

Features

• Famous Ludwig quality
• Select wood shells
• Matching wood snare
• Wrapped finishes
• 22" x 16" bass

Reviews (2)

I want a drum
I want a drum just like this and because I want to be in a band.
Mom wouldn't let me have a drum and I need a drum set like it.
Because I want to play my own songs and be a drummer.

Excellent value with professional sound
This is a solid kit that will serve the beginning-to-intermediate drummer well.The hardware is solid and stable, and the tonal quality of each drum is excellent with minimal ringing.The two critical hardware features - hi-hat stand and bass pedal - are sufficient for beginning and intermediate drummers, but are a bit unresponsive for pros. To complete this kit I recommend getting good cymbals. Any of the following cymbal packs will give this kit all of the cymbal power most drummers will need at the same value point as the drum kit itself: Sabian B8 Performance Set With Bag (ASIN B0002L54TE), Paiste 302 Plus Standard Cymbal Set (ASIN B0002D0NU2), or the Zildjian ZBT Series Basic Set Up 4 Pack (ASIN B0002CZXXA).

The best kept secret, though, is how easy it is to upgrade this kit to a professional quality kit that even a seasoned drummer will appreciate.Just replace the heads, which are OK for less experienced drummers, but too thin and unresponsive for professionals, with the Remo Emperor Standard ProPack (ASIN B0002F514I) and Remo Weatherking bass head (ASIN B0002E57G6), carefully tune them, and you will have a kit that sounds and plays like a high-end Ludwig kit.I also recommend that any experienced drummer select the hi-hat stand and bass pedal of their choice to bring this kit to professional standards. I use the Pearl H70W hi hat stand and P70 bass drum pedal from my Pearl Rhythm Traveler kit (ASIN B0002FO4R8).

Once this kit has been upgraded as described above you will have a great five-piece drum kit that should meet your every need, and at an incredible price.While I prefer the smaller Pearl Rhythm Traveler, there are times when a full-size kit is best and this one allowed me to economically acquire a pro grade kit with minor modifications to the kit and minimum additional investment.

If you are a beginner this is an outstanding kit with which to learn.The Ludwig quality is apparent, and the sound is great.You will also find a lot of flexibility in setting up your drums to meet just about any need. I appreciate the tom tom brackets that allowed me to get my toms exactly where I wanted them and at the optimum angle - this is not always easy with some kits.

If you are a pro and are considering a higher-end kit, take the time to look at this one and consider the cost of upgrading the heads to whichever brand you prefer, as well as upgrading the hi-hat stand and bass pedal (or using your favorites from another kit).You could save a bundle. ... Read more

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Wuhan "Western-Style" splashes, crashes, hi-hats, and rides are created by Wuhan's cymbal craftsman and have a distinct, unmistakable character. Generally thinner than other cymbals, they produce a breathy wash of overtones and a comfortable cushion of sound that is complex and very musical. Guaranteed for one year. If they break for any reason, you get a replacement from the manufacturer. No questions asked. ... Read more

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Amazing cymbal at an amazing price
Don't let the low price scare you off - this cymbal will add subtle tone and effect to your playing that you will not find in any Zildjian, Sabian or Paiste splash.

It is not as cutting as the splashes from better known cymbal companies, but it does decay quickly and with slight China overtones that I like a lot.

You can slam your stick into this cymbal without fear. I've yet to bend or crack mine, and there is zero keyholing after three months of use.

This cymbal is also available bundled with an arm and clamp at a great price - see ASIN B0002E3NH6. ... Read more

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6-1/2" and 7-1/2" bongos with hand-selected buffalo skin heads, 8mm tuning lugs, Siam oak shells, black hardware, and rounded rims for playing comfort. Interior backing plates for strength. Exclusive! ... Read more

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The C-4000 Series cymbals are made of a special European brass alloy that is carefully lathed and polished to a satin finish, creating a crisp, well-defined tone that is perfect for any student or semi-pro player. ... Read more

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The Total ZXT china's are very exotic and bright. Short, sharp and explosive. ... Read more

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Pearl cymbals are fully lathed to deliver improved sensitivity and projection. Blended from the finest copper and zinc these cymbals are ideal for beginners or pros. ... Read more

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Combining Mountain Rythym craftsmanship with an affordable price, Miami Series Bongos are the best value in bongo sets on the market today. Miami Series Bongos feature grade-A natural water buffalo heads, heavy-duty rims, 9/32? tension rods, and are designed to fit most bongo stands. Miami Series bongos are great for beginners thru professional players. Miami Series bongos will provide you with years of maintenance free use! ... Read more

Features

• Environmentally friendly Siam Oak Shells
• Available in natural or red finishes
• Grade-A Natural water buffalo heads
• Black powder coated hardware
• Heavy Duty powder coated rims

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Mountain Rythym realizes the importance of offering high quality instruments to introduce students to the wonderful world of percussion. Following the Mountain Rythym tradition, they have introduced the Little Havana Bongos. These bongos have similar features to the Havana line, but with standard 6? and 7? water buffalo heads. These little ?babies? are not a toy ? they are a beginner?s instrument. A must have for every young percussionist. Environmentally friendly Siam Oak Shells Available in a natural or a dark brown finish 6? and 7? head sizes Black powder coated hardware with chrome Prefabricated replacement heads available  ... Read more

Features

• Environmentally friendly Siam Oak Shells
• Available in a natural or a dark brown finish
• 6? and 7? head sizes
• Black powder coated hardware with chrome
• Prefabricated replacement heads available

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Pure bronze energy shaped by precision hammering.A loud, raw and powerful voice ideal for live performance. Built to withstand the heavy hitting of Rock's most driving drummers. ... Read more

Features

• Alloy: 80% copper, 20% tin, traces of silver
• Exclusive computer-controlled Z Custom hammering with unique hammer shapes
• Fine lathing pattern of narrow, symmetrical grooves
• Brilliant finish
• Explodes with vitality

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When we first heard these drums we couldn't believe the huge tone that came from this mild mannered kit. Beginners and Seasoned players will love this 4-pc drum set. Use it as your main kit for smaller gigs or as a practice kit. Comes with a heavy-duty double-braced snare stand, hi hat stand, and a cymbal stand plus a heavy-duty chain-driven bass drum pedal. Drum Sizes: 12" Tom; 16"x16" Floor Tom; 16"x22" Bass Drum; 5-1/2"x14" Chrome Snare. Gloss Black finish. ... Read more

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A superior sheet bronze cymbal range offering the best sheet bronze cymbal for an unbeatable value. The ZXT range is a result of world-class craftsmanship and cutting edge technological advancements. Configure a signature sound palette from pre-matched ZXT Box Sets. Stunning good looks. Distinctive new voice. Professional quality sounds at an affordable price. Includes a 20" ZXT Rock Ride, a 16" ZXT Rock Crash and a pair of ZXT 14" Rock Hi Hats.For a limited time get a FREE 14" ZXT China Cymbal and a 20" Cymbal Bag. A combined retail value of $157.95. ... Read more

Features

• ZXT Rock HiHats
• Sharp, and focused
• Pronounced, bright âchickâ sound
• ZXT Rock Crash

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These chimes have a cutting 'ping' sound, the bars float which produces a long sustained tone. A great chime bar or set of chimes for individual or classroom use. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

After pulling the Casio LD-50 out of the box, we were first impressed by the sleekness of design. The shape is reminiscent of a Flying V guitar. There are red rings around each of the four drum pads that, in synchro mode, light up when you hit a pad. In lesson mode the pad lights up to guide you in learning to play. Casio's Lighting Guide System can be turned off and also has a dual-light play mode that combines lesson and synchro modes.

Casio has built into the LD-50 four sound-effects pads that can be changed to one of five different modes. The sound effects go from fun animal sounds to serious sci-fi and beat sounds. The LD-50 has 50 preset rhythms ranging from rock to jazz. These rhythms can be used for accompaniment as well as for interactive tutorials in lesson mode. You can assign each pad with one of 47 preset sounds. Casio has done some of the work for you and preselected nine different drum kits you can choose from to better suit your style of play.

We were quickly able to access all of the functions, and the clear layout of the display made it easy to know what mode we were in. However, while going through all the features we felt the dial operation was a little awkward and sometimes it took two hands to scroll through the menus. The only mode that was hard to find was the touch response mode. The touch response feature allows you to change the sensitivity of the pads so that it takes a harder or softer strike to trigger it. After a quick consultation of the informative user's manual we were able to customize the LD-50 within minutes.

This set is great for beginners and students. The synchro/start function allows you to trigger the beginning of a preset rhythm and tempo simply by starting to play. This limits stuttering starts and eliminates the user from having to wait for a good time to jump into the rhythm. The student or beginner will find that the LD-50 is lightweight and portable. It takes up very little room on the desk or tabletop. It has a built-in speaker with a maximum volume that is suitable for household use, but if you need extreme privacy you can plug in headphones. The LD-50 uses six AA batteries or an AD-5 AC adapter for power. The power adapter is not included.

Casio's LD-50 has enough customizing features to make it a very flexible instrument. We spent a lot of time exploring the different rhythms and sounds. The LD-50 would be a good learning tool for any aspiring percussionist or a great addition for anyone looking to keep skills sharp. --Brian Vandiver

Pros:

• Lighting Guide System helps beginners improve skills
• Lightweight and portable
• Loaded with rhythms and sounds
• Includes drumsticks
• Headphone jack for privacy

• Dial operation awkward
• Two hands required for menu operation

Features

• Includes drum sticks
• Headphone jack for privacy
• Lighting Guide System for easy learning
• Lightweight and portable
• Loaded with rhythms and sounds

Reviews (2)

You get what you pay for.
I picked up an LD-50 at the local music store for $50.I don't think anyone would buy this expecting digitally sampled drum kits.But for $50 you can bang around and have a lot of fun.I have no sense of rhythm and 10 minutes on this thing has tightened up my timing considerably.

Mine came without a manual.The Amazon reviewer mentioned how hard it was to find the touch sensitivity setting until he checked the manual....I sure wish he told us all how to access the sensitivity setting.

IF ANYONE HAS ONE OF THESE AND CAN TELL ME HOW TO CHANGE THE SENSITIVITY LEVEL I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT!!!

Please e-mail the info to me at:
a l t h o f f @ v e r i Z o n . n e t
(delete all the spaces between the letters)

I have to agree with Lori... Casio support is nearly non-existant.No way to e-mail them. Though they advertise having online manuals they do not have the LD-50 manual online.Call them and be prepared to wait on hold forever.

Come on Casio...you guys were once the leaders in low cost consumer electronics...how about some customer support?

Customer service skips a beat
The LD-50 is a great product . . . but the customer service from Casio just doesn't keep the beat. When using the web for technical support, the page on the company site simply says "page not found." When calling for customer service using a number found on the site, the caller calls one number, then is instructed by a non-native English speaker to call a second number, and then instructed to call a repair facility in New Jersey. When calling that number, if the phone queue is full, no matter the time of day, the caller will just be disconnected. So be careful: the purchaser will have difficulty obtaining any kind of information on his or her product. So this buyer recommends a purchase of an inexpensive instrument that can be repaired through a local music store where you and your music keep time. Don't mess with this company's so-called customer service. ... Read more

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Bright, clean stick definition. Loud bell. Dark overtones. Unlathed top and bottom. Brilliant finish. ... Read more

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This tambourine incorporates a rugged cowhide head. Top quality jingles with rounded edges compliment this authentic tambourine and provide superb tone. 6 Inch Calfskin Single Row Jingles Tambourine ... Read more

Features

• 6 Inch Calfskin Single Row Jingles Tambourine

Product Description

Pure bronze energy shaped by precision hammering.A loud, raw and powerful voice ideal for live performance. Built to withstand the heavy hitting of Rock's most driving drummers. ... Read more

Features

• Alloy: 80% copper, 20% tin, traces of silver
• Exclusive computer-controlled Z Custom hammering with unique hammer shapes
• Fine lathing pattern of narrow, symmetrical grooves
• Brilliant finish
• Explodes with vitality

Product Description

Verve Percussion sets a higher standard with their latest version of the Vibemaster.The 5-piece complete drum set comes with double braced hardware, throne, pedal, and cymbals. Another change is that the set comes with a boom cymbal stand instead of the straight stand! Everything is better. Better shell covering, Better lugs, Better hoops, Better stands and Better yet, it is still at the same affordable price! ... Read more

Features

• Bass drum: 22" x 16", 16 lugs
• Floor tom: 16" x 16", 12 lugs
• Tom tom: 13" x 11", 12" x 10", 12 lugs each
• Snare Drum: 14" x 5", 8 lugs
• Double braced cymbal boom stand

Product Description

6.25" bell for a medium-pitched sound.Realplayer Steelbells are hand made using a special steel alloy. The parts are welded together in a continuous seam and sealed with a protective coating. A large variety of bells offer different pitches and sound characteristics designed to meet all musical needs. ... Read more