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Ludwig BackBeat acoustic drum kit

Ludwig BackBeat

A complete Ludwig kit with cymbals and hardware, 45-degree edges, and a real beginner-to-first-gig setup.

Ludwig Complete kit

The BackBeat is Ludwig's value complete kit, pairing 7-ply hardwood shells with 45-degree bearing edges and a full package of hardware and cymbals. It gives a new drummer everything needed to start playing in one box, with standard 22/10/12/16 drum sizes and the Ludwig name behind it. A strong, affordable first kit.

Recommended for

Beginners First complete kit Home practice Players who want a ready-to-play setup

Shells & sizes

Shell material, finish, and exact drum sizes (diameter x depth).

Configuration5-piece complete kit
Shell materialHardwood
Plies / thickness7-ply, 45-degree bearing edge
FinishMetallic wrap (Silver Sparkle)
Bass drum22 in diameter
Snare14 in diameter
Rack tomsRack tom 1: 10 in
Rack tom 2: 12 in
Floor tomsFloor tom: 16 in
Hardware includedIncluded - snare stand, hi-hat stand, cymbal stand, bass drum pedal
Cymbals includedIncluded - hi-hats and crash/ride
Made inNot stated

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Complete with hardware and cymbals
  • 45-degree bearing edges on 7-ply shells
  • Standard, versatile drum sizes
  • Trusted Ludwig name

Cons

  • Shell wood species listed only as "hardwood"
  • Stock cymbals are entry-level
  • Drum depths not published

Key specs

Pieces5
TypeComplete kit
Shell materialHardwood
Bearing edge45 degrees