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Take the helm of one of the more enticing beginner kits on the market: the Sonor AQX Stage 5-piece drum set. Finely crafted by Sonor’s engineers in Bad Berleburg, Germany, the AQX comes equipped with an assortment of pieces you need to start laying down grooves from day one ? and that includes a hardware pack! The five poplar shells deliver a smooth response with a solid low-end punch, while simultaneously keeping the price down and within every drummer’s reach. TuneSafe lugs adorn each shell for consistently reliable intonation, which is especially helpful in conjunction with the AQX’s tonally versatile snare. If you’re looking to get into the drum game with a beautiful kit for a fantastic deal, Sweetwater drummers recommend the AQX Stage 5-piece drum set from Sonor!





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Poplar shells: ideal for beginners





Poplar just has that tone that smoothly glides across the mid and high registers of your kit but remains assertive and punchy on the low end. This dichotomy is perfect for beginning percussionists as it is musical and characterful enough to be appreciated, without being so tonally aggressive that it overshadows proper technique development. On top of their solid sound, these five shells come decked out in three super-sharp sparkle finishes!





Cymbals not included.


Cymbals not included.


Shell and stand hardware aplenty





Courtesy of Sonor’s 1000 Series of hardware, you’re well equipped for jams right from the get-go. Included in this bundle are a pair of height-adjustable cymbal stands, a well-accommodating snare stand and basket, as well as a responsive hi-hat stand and kick pedal. In addition, Sonor has equipped each shell with quality hardware as well, such as the ever-reliable TuneSafe lugs. These are the same lugs included in Sonor’s high-end drum kits, and they’ve packed them into the AQX for good reason! Their simple yet effective design prevents the vibration and wiggle of tension screws, instilling a firm grasp on your drumheads, and thus, improving your kit’s intonation! You’ll also receive the extra-sturdy DTH 2000 Double Tom Holder for easy and effective mounted drum placement.





Sonor AQX Stage 5-piece Drum Set with Hardware Pack Features:


Dimensions: 7-inch x 10-inch and 8-inch x 12-inch rack toms; 15-inch x 16-inch floor tom; 16-inch x 22-inch bass drum; 5.5-inch x 14-inch snare


Poplar shell construction offers low-end punch with smooth mid and high response


1000 Series hardware pack includes 2 adjustable cymbal stands, 1 adjustable snare stand and basket, 1 hi-hat stand, and 1 kick pedal


DTH Double 2000 Tom Holder offers superior positioning options


Fantastic kit for beginner drummers seeking a solid-sounding, complete drum kit