Jazz Drum Kit Setup for Beginners

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Grab the right gear and learn the right Jazz drum kit setup for beginners so you can sound your best and actually enjoy playing your drums.

Beginner Jazz Drum Setup Course

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This beginner course teaches you everything you need to set up your Jazz drum set like a pro.

You'll learn about:
  • Choosing sticks, brushes and mallets
  • Snare drums and full drum sets
  • Drum sizes to tuning
  • Assembling your drum set
  • Bass drum pedals
  • Drum hardware
  • Cymbals
  • Drum thrones
  • Drum cases, rugs and carts
  • And tons more!


By the end of this course, you'll know everything you need to have a complete and well-organized drum setup.
Course Overview
This course walks you through the Jazz drum kit setup for beginners, using real tips from pro drummers so you can get your gear dialed in.

If you’re just getting started, especially with Jazz, these lessons will help you avoid the common setup mistakes.

Getting your Jazz drum setup right makes a big difference in how you play and how good you sound behind the kit.

  • Drum Lessons Video: 3 hours
  • Drum Lessons: 10
  • Drum Lab Monthly Drum Class
  • Lessons In 9 Languages:
    English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語
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I really liked the Beginner Drum Kit Setup course, even I have played drums for some years. I liked how you explain the setup of the different elements, the way you go in details, and finally you as the teacher.
Thomas J.

Learn How to Set Up Your Jazz Drum Kit Like a Pro

So you’re getting into Jazz drumming. Awesome! Still, figuring out how to set up a Jazz drum set can be totally overwhelming when you’re just starting out. What gear do you actually need? How do you tune your drums? What size snare should you get? Should you even worry about the kind of cymbals or drum sticks you play?

That’s exactly why I made this Jazz drum kit setup for beginners course. To walk you through every little detail in a way that actually makes sense (and doesn’t leave you guessing). If you’re still shopping for your first drum kit or just want to make your setup way more comfortable and musical, this course has your back.

What You’ll Learn

In these lessons, I’ll break down how to set up a Jazz drum set from the ground up:

 • Picking the right sticks, brushes, and mallets for Jazz
 • Choosing a snare drum that actually sings
 • Finding the best drum sizes and tuning for a warm, classic tone
 • How to assemble your drum kit like a pro
 • What to look for in bass drum pedals and hardware
 • Which cymbals work best for Jazz (and why weight matters)
 • Getting comfy with drum thrones that support your posture
 • Why drum cases, rugs, and carts matter more than you think
 • Tons more beginner-friendly gear tips and setup advice

You’ll also get real-world examples from my own compact drum kit, gigging setups, and what’s worked (and not worked) for me over 35 years of playing professionally.

Why This Course Is a Must

I’ve seen so many new drummers struggle with their setup. Sitting too high, cymbals way too far away, bass drum sliding all over the place. The result? You sound worse, you get tired faster, and you can’t get in the groove.

This course helps you skip all that. It’s focused on Jazz drum gear for beginners, so you can play better, swing easier, and feel more confident behind your drums from day one. I’ll show you how to tune Jazz drums, adjust your angles and heights, and avoid common beginner mistakes with gear.

Step-by-Step Lessons With Me

This isn’t a boring “here’s a drum catalog” kind of course. These are real, beginner drum kit setup lessons, short and straight to the point, where I walk you through everything in clear, relaxed language.
You’ll get:

 • 3 hours of on-demand online drum setup lessons
 • 10 detailed videos covering everything from gear to tuning
 • Lifetime access, so you can go at your own pace
 • Multilingual subtitles (9 languages!)
 • Access to my monthly Drum Lab class
 • Support from me anytime through the Jazz Drum School

Jazz Drumming Starts with Setup

If your gear isn’t set up right, everything feels harder. This course sets the foundation for learning Jazz drumming the right way. Once your kit is dialed in, you’ll be able to play with more flow, better tone, and way less frustration.

And if you want to go even deeper, check out my Drum Lessons Starter Pack for Swing grooves, fills, comping, and more.

What’s Inside the Course

Everything you need to set up your Jazz drums like a pro:

 • Brushes, Mallets, and Sticks
 • Drum Sizes, Materials & Makers
 • Compact Kit Demo
 • Drum Head Types and Tuning
 • Snare Drum Selection
 • Bass Drum Pedals & Hardware
 • Cymbal Options
 • Drum Thrones & Back Pain Fixes
 • Drum Cases, Rugs & Carts
 • Full Kit Assembly (Start to Finish)

Start Setting Up Like a Pro

If you’re just starting out or finally want to fix that awkward setup you’ve been dealing with, this course will save you time, money, and frustration.

  • $25 One-time payment for lifetime access.
  • Or subscribe with Groove Pass for access to all my courses and classes.

PREVIEW THE COURSE

Here's the lesson on choosing your snare drum.  Learn dozens of other tips for your Jazz drum setup inside the course.

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The Jazz Drum Kit Setup Lessons

Everything you need for Jazz drum kit setup for beginners
  1. INTRO - 03:20
  2. BRUSHES, MALLETS AND STICKS - 09:01
  3. DRUM MAKERS, SIZES AND MATERIAL - 12:21
  4. MY COMPACT DRUM KIT - 19:15
  5. DRUM HEADS AND TUNING PART 1 - 21:31
  6. DRUM HEADS AND TUNING PART 2 - 12:57
  7. TUNING UP A DRUM KIT - 16:35
  8. SNARE DRUMS - 04:52
  9. BASS DRUM PEDALS AND HARDWARE - 08:07
  10. CYMBALS - 20:32
  11. DRUM THRONES AND CUSHIONS - 02:58
  12. THRONE CUSHION FOR BACK PAIN - 09:07
  13. DRUM CASES, RUGS AND CARTS - 09:25
  14. SETTING UP THE KIT PART 1 - 10:49
  15. SETTING UP THE KIT PART 2 - 19:54
  16. CONCLUSION - 00:42

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The Beginner Jazz Drum Kit Setup Course

FOCUSED

This course saves you time and money by breaking down the everything you need to get for Jazz drum kit setup for beginners. 

By the end of these online drum lessons, you'll know how to choose your drum gear and set it up like a seasoned professional.  
  • 3 hours of online drum lessons
  • 10 drum lesson videos
  • Drum Lab Monthly Drum Class
  • Lessons In 9 Languages:
    English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 한국어, 日本語

AFFORDABLE

One-Time Payment. Lifetime Access to your course. Pay once, drum forever!

Pocket-friendly subscription plans also available through Groove Pass. 

PAINLESS

Learn with a relaxed, step-by-step method at your own pace.

You can also track your progress and see how much you have accomplished. Example below is from the Brushes Mastery Course.

Need a little more help with your Jazz drum kit setup for beginners?

Send me a direct message in the School and ask your questions in my monthly Drum Lab class. Just some of the perks for joining Jazz Drum School! 

Von Baron

Jazz drummer, educator, composer

About YOUR TEACHER

Performing regularly on stage and in the recording studio for 35+ years, Von Baron is one of the busiest drummers in Japan. 

Playing with Stanley Jordan, Benny Golson, Eddie Henderson, Geoff Keezer and many others gave Von the opportunity to hone his Jazz drumming skills. 

It's with this real world experience, Von created this course to give you a solid foundation for your Jazz drumming.
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