For beginners, a five-piece drum set is usually the best choice. It typically includes:
1. A snare drum
2. A bass drum
3. Two tom-toms (mounted on the bass drum)
4. A floor tom
5. A hi-hat cymbal
6. A crash cymbal
This setup covers all the basic sounds you need to start learning and covers a wide range of music styles. It’s also a common configuration used by professional drummers, so it’s a good foundation for future development.
You might also want to consider a beginner’s kit that includes a throne (drum stool), a pair of drumsticks, and possibly even a drum key for tightening drum hardware. Some kits also include a cymbal arm for the crash cymbal and a simple kick pedal for the bass drum.
Remember, the most important thing is