How To Set Up Your Electronic Drum Set

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  • Опубліковано 17 чер 2020
  • A few pointers on how to make your electronic kit feel more "real" to play!
    This is not a "out of the box" set up tutorial but more of a general guide on how to set up your kit, the same ideas apply to acoustic or electric kits!
    #howto #drumlesson #drums

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  • @philthebeat
    @philthebeat  4 роки тому +21

    Put this video together for some of my private students to help them with their own set up at home! Thought I'd share these points on here for anyone else it may help!

  • @therealgraeme
    @therealgraeme 2 роки тому +23

    Thank you very much for taking the time to share this with us all. Not knowing anything about drums or how to set them up, your instructions were very clear and makes a LOT of sense. You have a very nice way of explaining things. Thank you again.

  • @MegaCadr
    @MegaCadr 2 роки тому +2

    The “how would you hit it if you were air drumming” is a brilliant tip. Thanks!

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому

      Makes sense doesn’t it!? Glad you found this useful 😀

  • @daveallen8762
    @daveallen8762 2 роки тому +9

    Great video. I'm just starting out with an electronic kit and this has really helped with setting up.

  • @scottsherman6125
    @scottsherman6125 8 місяців тому +2

    Nice. Been playing acoustic for a LONG time. Now I"m 60, just got a electric set and realizing I have to totally change the way I play and approach this new set up. Gave me some good ideas.....but basically, going to have to start over. I think my acoustic days are over.

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  7 місяців тому

      Glad this helped ya! Hope you can enjoy your electric kit just the same 👍🏻

  • @jasonwojcik
    @jasonwojcik Рік тому +2

    I got my son an electric drum kit for his birthday and the instructions were completely baffling. It was technically set up, but they didnt offer any best practices or tips. Basically, it was "8 steps and you are done, good luck going forward."
    This video is really helpful in tweaking the configuration. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your knowledge!

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  Рік тому +1

      Happy to help! There’s quite a difference between “putting it all together” and setting it up the best way for you. Hope he’s enjoying playing it!

  • @cjolyvet
    @cjolyvet 3 місяці тому

    Thank you very much for such down to earth practical help.
    73 years young and 1st edrum kit. There are no instructions on how to set up. Thanks again.

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  3 місяці тому

      Glad it helped! Happy drumming 🙌🏻😃

  • @MagratheaLegend
    @MagratheaLegend Рік тому +1

    Thanks Phil, Clear and easy explanations, perfect thanks!

  • @stevenrice7297
    @stevenrice7297 2 роки тому +1

    I've just finished building my drum riser and sound proofing the place as I'm on the top floor. Next part is setting up my kit so really glad I clicked this video. You've really helped me out! ☺️ Thanks Phil!

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому

      Awesome! I hope the sound proofing project went well and you're enjoying playing :)

  • @TheKurdSimRacer
    @TheKurdSimRacer 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for making this video, I've got my E drum yesterday and there are a lot of good videos on acoustic ones out there but for E kits yours is the best one I've found specially with the positioning of the toms. ❤️🔥

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  3 місяці тому

      Glad it helped you out! Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @alcantey
    @alcantey Місяць тому

    Excellent video! Thanks 🙏 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @Sternodox
    @Sternodox Рік тому +1

    Thanks. Great advice. I just got my Alesis Surge kit a week ago. I set it up and started playing as a rank beginner. It didn't feel just right so after watching your video I started over again, beginning with the throne just like you suggest. Then I positioned snare, then kick, and so on. Now it feels great.

  • @zaph.lepoka
    @zaph.lepoka Рік тому

    I've been looking for a video like this for a long time. Thanks!!!

  • @davegregg1512
    @davegregg1512 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent Advice! I’m close to the set up I need. This really helped to finish it. Well done and thanks.

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому

      Glad I could help Dave, happy drumming!

  • @imkafka9572
    @imkafka9572 5 місяців тому

    This is awesome! Thanks!

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  5 місяців тому

      Glad you found it useful!

  • @aldricjahouel7538
    @aldricjahouel7538 Місяць тому

    Excellent video with very important tip thk man!!

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  Місяць тому

      Thank you for checking it out!

  • @Nikpik27
    @Nikpik27 6 місяців тому

    Super helpful! Thanks so much

  • @PoutsNKsul
    @PoutsNKsul 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much. That was really enlightening.

  • @masterkingtv4195
    @masterkingtv4195 2 роки тому

    I’ve learned a lot of your style My friend. Keep it up

  • @CurtEdwards
    @CurtEdwards Рік тому +1

    Good insights thanks!

  • @joshuablanck472
    @joshuablanck472 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for this, I have been searching for just this basic set up information. I have found almost nothing on drum height and placement relating to electronic drums.

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  4 місяці тому

      You're welcome! I noticed there was a lack of info on this too, glad it helped

  • @AdelieCreations
    @AdelieCreations 11 місяців тому

    Thank you very much for your helpful video!

  • @mialaw8526
    @mialaw8526 Рік тому

    Really helpful

  • @peterjames9673
    @peterjames9673 Рік тому

    great vid mate, very helpful

  • @simonelectric-drumlikeamac4285
    @simonelectric-drumlikeamac4285 2 роки тому +1

    Well done mate!

  • @charleshxpe
    @charleshxpe 8 місяців тому

    Thank you!

  • @Plop_I
    @Plop_I 9 місяців тому

    Subscribed :) I am starting to try and learn drums, I have an electric kit and just set it up. Thanks for your helpful video

  • @leckywoznicki5393
    @leckywoznicki5393 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you

  • @user-gg6qc2dk8h
    @user-gg6qc2dk8h 9 місяців тому

    DUDE! thank you

  • @brianjezuit4085
    @brianjezuit4085 2 роки тому

    Awesome 👍 I've been playing for 32 years, now. Although I come from an acoustic Kit background, I've been playing an electronic Kit for 12 years. Naturally, I already know this information... however, I'm always interested in how drummerZ choose to educate others... their style of teaching, the particular aspects of drumming that they cover...etc. I really like and appreciate how you explained the basic tennants of electronic drum 🥁 setup 🥁🥁 you definitely earned a Like and a Subscriber 👍👍👍😉😉😉🥁🥁🥁

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому

      Thanks Brian! It’s always good to hear a different point of view, even on stuff you’re already familiar with. Thanks for subscribing, I’ll have some more videos coming soon!

  • @krisdouglas6536
    @krisdouglas6536 Рік тому

    Thanks mate

  • @Pastryarchy
    @Pastryarchy 11 місяців тому

    Great video :)

  • @Mind-your-own-beeswax
    @Mind-your-own-beeswax 2 роки тому

    Canny tutorial that mind Phil. I’ll be watching out for that when I next see you gig lol

  • @Outrightkev
    @Outrightkev Рік тому +3

    didn’t really help me set it up but thanks

  • @Toofastfourluv
    @Toofastfourluv 2 роки тому

    Wish I had a decent kit like that

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому

      Just keep playing and enjoying it, you never know what might happen!

  • @lobbyrobby
    @lobbyrobby 6 місяців тому

    I have about 20 hours of practice on an acoustic kit. I bought a ekit because I underestimated how loud an acoustic kit is. At first I didn't like it at all. The pads are super bouncy compared to my acoustic kit and I wasn't comfortable with the setup. I've tweaked the ekit a little over the last several days and with some play time I'm getting used to it. However I'm worried if I spend enough time on the ekit I'll dislike the acoustic kit. Life is hard haha

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  5 місяців тому

      You'll definitely get used the the e-kit, just keep adjusting it to suit you the best you can!

  • @eivanhugo8954
    @eivanhugo8954 2 роки тому +1

    how to connect the electric drums into the amplifier?

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому +2

      It depends, but usually a guitar cable (mono 1/4" jack lead) does the tricks from the "mono out" on the drums to the input on the amplifier?

    • @eivanhugo8954
      @eivanhugo8954 2 роки тому

      @@philthebeat thanks lodicakes

  • @disconnected._700
    @disconnected._700 3 роки тому +1

    Is it normal to change tombs position on e drums?

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, I guess so! The downside on most e kits is that you can't really move them enough! You're often quite limited as they are all mounted to the same rack.

    • @Simon-iy7mt
      @Simon-iy7mt 2 роки тому +3

      @ Random Thoughts It's a little bit disrespectful to drum in a cemetery, isn't it?

    • @disconnected._700
      @disconnected._700 2 роки тому

      @@Simon-iy7mt LOL 😂

  • @officialWWM
    @officialWWM 2 роки тому +1

    Why do a lot of drummers only like to use one rack Tom?

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому +2

      For me, it allows the ride to be in a better position and it just looks more rock n roll 😂 There’s no rules though really, as long as it works for you!

    • @officialWWM
      @officialWWM 2 роки тому +1

      @@philthebeat thanks. I’m pretty new to drumming. I play guitar and keys and thought I’d buy a kit and give it a go :)

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  2 роки тому +1

      @@officialWWM Good on ya! I'm currently doing the opposite and dusting off my piano

    • @officialWWM
      @officialWWM 2 роки тому +1

      @@philthebeat we are never happy 😆

  • @windsurfer49
    @windsurfer49 Рік тому +1

    "Excellent Advice,, I see people having to much kit" , leaving no playing space,

  • @medeliworld
    @medeliworld Рік тому

    How can I set the hihat distance and height so my left hand and right hand sticks don't hit one another. I find I can't lift my left hand high without hitting the right hand stick. ua-cam.com/video/8hXYIax3O-c/v-deo.html

    • @philthebeat
      @philthebeat  11 місяців тому

      Your hi hat seems to be quite far away from the snare, maybe try bringing it closer to you ( I see you have a double kick pedal which makes that a compromise). Also try adjusting the height of your hi hats relative to the snare drum!

    • @medeliworld
      @medeliworld 11 місяців тому

      @@philthebeat Yes, the double kick pedal, the left frame of the drum skeleton and the electronic module create some barriers for the placement of the hi hats. I have raised the height of the hi hats and moved the hi hats further back closer to the drum module. This solved the problem.
      You may want to create another video on how to set up electronic drum with double kick pedal.
      ua-cam.com/video/04ACxL_Ny-U/v-deo.html