What are cocktail drum sets?

Also known as “mini kits,” cocktail drum sets are abbreviated versions of full-sized drum sets. They typically consist of a snare, a bass drum, and a couple of toms, as well as a hi-hat and a cymbal. They’re designed for smaller spaces and for players who don’t need or want all of the bells and whistles of a full-sized kit.

Cocktail drum sets have been around for decades, but they’ve been enjoying a resurgence in …