Introducing the Ludwig Breakbeats 14” 4-piece drum kit shell pack
Designed in collaboration with legendary drummer Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, the Ludwig backbeats kit packs punch, portability and personality into a street-smart shell pack made to move with your rhythm.
Whether you’re gigging in tight spaces, practicing at home, or busking on the corner, Breakbeats delivers full-size tone in a scaled-down setup that’s easy to travel with and hard to ignore.
Positioned on a riser for optimum reach, its compact 14x16” bass drum, 7x10" tom, and 13x13" floor tom creates a set-up for playing in tight spaces. It features Remo pinstripe for pro-level tones, and comes with a multi-purpose bags for easy transport and drum muting.
Excellent tonal quality
The tonal centre of breakbeats is a 5x14” matching wood snare drum. Create beats on the fly and make your voice heard at gigs, on the street or in rehearsal. Fitted with Remo heads, breakbeats 7-ply hardwood shells play like a full-sized kit; fusing low-end kick punch with focused tom and snare midrange.
Portable
Packable, stackable and portable, Breakbeats’ compact size and included storage bags make it ideal for the drummer on the move. Play it wide open or instantly change volume and tone by draping each bag over each drum.
Shell and bearing edge
The shell is made from 7-ply hardwood, highly regarded by professionals for its tonal versatility. Each drums bearing edge is cut to a 45-degree angle within 1/16” from the outside edge. This sharp edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman touch to assure a smooth, even surface for easy hand seating.