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Here at Sweetwater, we know that buying a first drum kit isn't easy. That's why we're excited to offer you the PDP Center Stage 5-piece Complete drum set. The shells are made from poplar, which delivers a resonant and warm tone that you'll absolutely love. This drum set is an incredible value since it ships to your door with hardware that's normally reserved for PDP's top-end drums. The great tone and top-notch hardware of the Center Stage kit are paired with an eye-catching finish to make it a must-have for any drummer. This drum set is ready to be played, all you have to do is set up the drums to your liking and get rocking.





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Includes everything you need





Deciding what hardware will work with your kit is a time-consuming process. To make things easier on you, PDP included everything you look for in a kit. You get a set of high-quality cymbals, cymbal stands, and a drum throne. They even included sticks! The included kick pedal feels smooth and responsive while telescopic bass drum spurs prevent the kick from creeping away from you. As an added bonus, PDP threw in double-braced hardware to give your kit even more stability.





Poplar shells deliver a resonant, balanced tone





The shells of Center Stage kits are made from highly-resonant poplar. This lightweight tonewood is loved around the world for its full-blooded tone and quick decay. They roar to life when you strike them but don't linger and muddy up the mix. Whether you're jamming at home, onstage, or in the studio, these drums will be great for all-purpose playing as well as close-miking applications, poplar drums are just what you're looking for.





PDP Center Stage 5-piece Complete Drum Set Features:


An affordable drum kit that plays well and sounds even better


Sizes: 10" and 12" toms, 16" floor tom, 22" kick drum, and 14" snare


Includes cymbals, stands, pedal, throne and drumsticks


Poplar shells create warm, resonant tone


True-Pitch tension rods make precision tuning easier than ever


Triple-flanged hoops create the perfect balance between attack and sustain