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Ludwig Breakbeats 4-Piece Drum Kit - Frosted Sparkle
MSRP: $76800
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About Inventory Status
About Inventory Status
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About Item Conditions
About Item Conditions
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New: The item is brand new as received from the manufacturer with a full manufacturer warranty. Instruments such as guitars, snare drums, drum kits, brass and woodwind instruments may be opened for photography and quality control inspection and may not be in a factory sealed box.
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Description
Description
Go Compact with the Ludwig Breakbeats 4-Piece Drum Kit - Frosted Sparkle
Designed in collaboration with legendary drummer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the Ludwig Breakbeats kit delivers punch, portability, and unmistakable personality in a street-smart shell pack built to move with your rhythm.
From cramped club stages and apartment practice sessions to sidewalk busking and rehearsal rooms, Breakbeats brings full-size tone in a scaled-down footprint that’s easy to transport—and impossible to overlook.
“I wanted something apartment-friendly and compact for the street musician, but with serious sound. A gritty, raw, ‘break-able’ kit for club gigs that fits in a cab. Breakbeats by Questlove does it all.”
— Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, The Roots
Make It Fit
Designed with the city in mind, Breakbeats maximizes space without sacrificing feel. A riser-mounted setup positions the compact 14 x 16-inch bass drum, 7 x 10-inch tom, and 13 x 13-inch floor tom for optimal reach and comfort—perfect for locking in grooves where space is tight. Outfitted with Remo Pinstripe heads, the kit delivers focused, professional tone and includes multi-purpose bags for easy transport and on-the-fly drum muting.
Break It Down
At the heart of the kit is a 5 x 14-inch matching wood snare drum—the tonal anchor that lets your voice cut through. From club stages to street corners, it’s built to respond fast and speak clearly wherever you play.
Dial It In
With 7-ply hardwood shells and premium Remo heads throughout, Breakbeats plays bigger than its size. Expect deep kick punch, articulate toms, and a snare that balances warmth and crack with authority.
Pack It Up
Compact, stackable, and ready to roll, Breakbeats is made for drummers on the move. The included storage bags make travel effortless—and double as instant tone and volume control when draped over the drums.
Breakbeats by Questlove. Big sound. Small footprint. Built for the city.
SPECIFICATIONS
General
- Configuration: 4-piece
Drum Sizes
- Bass Drum: 14 x 16-inch
- Tom: 7 x 10-inch
- Floor Tom: 13 x 13-inch
- Snare Drum: 5 x 14-inch
Manufacturer: Ludwig Drums
Model: LC279Q1
SKU: I919030-N-4-WHXA
UPC: 648023360437
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