10 Best Electric Drum Sets in the Philippines 2024 | Buying Guide Reviewed by Sound Engineer

For the most value for your money, this kit is the best choice. With Alesis' patented mesh design, you get a natural feel and premium response. You won't even know it's not an acoustic kit. This e-drum kit is made for drummers at all levels.

It features dual-zone snare and toms pads, so you can get sounds from both the drumhead and the rim. The drum heads are tunable, so you can adjust their rebound and response similar to plastic or Mylar heads. You also have a kick tower that has spikes, so it doesn't slide around while you play on a vinyl floor or on a carpet.

The three cymbals have an adjustable swing motion. These are also dual-zone, so you can get a bell, ride, or crash sound for better musical expression. The hi-hat pedal is a continuous type for variable sound. It comes with 40 playable kits, 60 play-along tracks, and 385 drum samples to choose from.

This is the best electronic drum set on this list, spec-wise. The kit itself is equipped with wider mesh drum heads for more realistic playing. Besides that, it also has four swinging cymbal pads: hi-hat, two crashes, and one ride. Alesis' patented mesh design ensures a responsive and immersive drumming experience.

The snare and all of its toms are dual-zone, so you can play rimshots on every drumhead. The bass pad is wide enough to utilize a double pedal. And, the four-piece cymbal set-up allows you to create a symphony with the continuous-type hi-hat, dual-zone crashes, and triple-zone ride; hit the edge, bow, and bell and get different sounds.

The Crimson II's module or drum brain has 54 preset kits; plus, you can create, tune, and save 20 of your own setups. Plus, it has 671 drum samples to mix and match, giving you full freedom for creative musical expression. If you're looking for the cream of the crop e-drum kit, this Crimson kit is for you.

The Alesis Nitro Mesh is an entry-level electronic drum set designed for beginners who want the feel of an acoustic kit while keeping noise levels low. Featuring mesh drum heads, this kit lets you "tune" your drums for a more realistic playing experience, making practice sessions smoother and more enjoyable.

It also comes with a dual-zone snare for head and rim shots, along with a choke-capable crash-and-ride cymbal for added expression. Plus, with 60 built-in play-along tracks, a sequencer for recording, and a metronome, you'll always stay on beat—never singkopado!

The Thomson TED-400 is a 9-piece kit. For its price, having mesh heads and four cymbals is essentially a steal. Intermediate and advanced drummers know the significance of an added crash. This gives them a wider "brush to paint with," especially in a song recording.

Even better, this e-drum set comes with the essential gear you need to start playing out of the box immediately. It comes with a free drum throne, drumsticks, and a drum key to "tune" the mesh heads. Every drummer knows how uncomfortable it is to play without a proper throne.

The seller also gives you the option of having a 35W amplifier with your shipment. It comes with 10 pre-set drum kits with an additional five you can create for yourself. It has a metronome, coach, and recording function so you can practice and sharpen your playing.

The Aroma TDX-25S is a fully featured electronic drum kit for advanced drummers in the studio and for live performances. It has all mesh pads that give you a great "tactile feel." The kick pad tower is beefed up, and it has a large pad that can fit a double pedal head. Not only that, it has a wide brace and floor spikes.

Besides the sturdy kick pad, the whole kit is held together with thick steel tubes to take on the hardest-hitting drummers. It has a dual-zone crash and ride for an intricate mix of sharp and "shimmering" notes. Made from silicone, the four cymbals are resilient.

With the features mentioned above, it has a fairly affordable price. This is, in part, because of the slimmer module samples available. It has 12 pre-set drum kit sounds and 43 drum backing tracks to jam to. However, the brain made sure to give the drums great sensitivity, responsiveness, and latency which are top features to consider. 

This is an affordable kit with a unique kick trigger that still allows you to use a drum pedal. So, given its price, it is an e-drum kit to consider buying. It lets you use a bass pedal for a realistic feel on each foot stroke, from thumping dance beats to soft samba notes.

The drum module comes with 30 customizable drum kits, meaning you can edit these kits and mishmash electronic and acoustic samples together. The 349 drum instruments offer a very wide range of selection. There are also 30 pre-set song genres you can play along with.

Although a silicone pad, the snare is a dual-zone drum hit. And with its sensitivity, you can play a dynamic range of notes and get the response you expect. From soft jazz snare hits to hard-hitting rock fills, this drum will give you your desired output. It is easy to set up and fold. Therefore, it's easier to take anywhere and everywhere.

The best feature of this NUX kit is its velocity-sensitive triggers. The response from soft strokes to medium down beats up to strong accented hits can rival those of mesh drum heads. You can set the sensitivity of the drum pads' piezos for your preferred optimal level of response.

It has 361 sounds available in its library that are customizable. You can switch sounds for every drum head, not just the whole set. It has practice features such as quick record and play, and you can also add effects to your kits.

The drum rack allows for a wider set-up. So, it is easier for you to set your drums up ergonomically without running out of horizontal space to clip the heads on. Also, it comes with a free pair of NUX sticks in case you forget to buy one.

All the drum heads, from snare to toms, have tunable mesh heads. The movement or swing of the cymbals can be tightened or loosened depending on your preference. 

For learning, it has 30 play-along tracks, a metronome, and a drum coach to help you enhance your drumming. This is an ultra-quiet kit that can be used even for late-night practices.

Besides being an entry-level kit to get kids or newbies to start playing the drums, this drum set is also great for traveling drummers. The whole kit is held together with just three vertical pipes and two connecting rods. The best part is that it fits a seven-piece kit onto the small frame.

This collapsible design makes it easy to carry around; simply loosen some screws and fold it. You can even carry it with one hand. For small bar gigs or street busking, this is a kit to consider buying. Even with its basic drum module, it has adjustable sensitivity, triggers, and crosstalk for optimal sound input and output.

The TDX-15 is a beginner drum kit. It comes with the complete essential drum parts, four drum heads, a crash, a ride, and a hi-hat cymbal. Both the "upper" cymbals can be choked for accents and to add flare to your playing.

It is a great set if you're looking for an affordable drum kit to get you started at home. It has 12 pre-set drum sounds. You can also play along with a metronome to hone your time-keeping skills. 

The drum and cymbal heads are made of silicone which is far more durable than the conventional rubber heads for low-budget kits. Its rack design is also more compact, great for tight spaces.