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Find Your Perfect Drum Throne at Sweetwater
If you thought drum thrones were just fancy stools for drumming, then guess again. The modern drum throne is the result of a century of the collective drumming unconscious asking, “How can I play better for longer?”
A proper drum throne allows drummers to remain firmly planted on the ground while permitting 360-degree access to far-off toms, cymbals, cowbells, and more. The swivel design reduces strain on the back, while the padded seat increases comfort and playtime.
Then, you have a gigging requirement met by the drum throne: a design that stands up to nightly abuse and breaks down small enough to fit in a hardware bag. Factor in player conveniences like gas shocks and incremental height adjustment, and the drum throne stands as one of the great innovations of the drum set era.
Are you shopping for the perfect drum throne to complement your personal tastes and playing style? You’ll find the ideal throne for you here at Sweetwater.
Drum Throne FAQs
What is a drum throne?
A drum throne is most commonly a tripod-based seat used by drummers behind the drum set. While a drum throne may resemble a stool, it’s far more advanced. A drum throne is made to be planted firmly on the ground (hence the tripod design) and rotated so that drummers can reach side-mounted toms, cymbals, and percussion instruments without straining their backs.
Drum thrones are so effective in delivering comfort, stability, and freedom of motion that they’ve also been adopted by keyboardists and studio musicians who want a quiet, comfortable seat to perform from.
Which style of drum throne is best for me?
Since every drummer is different, there’s no one-size-fits-best approach to drum thrones. Some players prefer the comfort of a classic round seat, while others prefer the leg mobility of a motorcycle/saddle seat. One drummer may enjoy the lock-and-rock freedom of a spindle throne, while another player opts for the setup speed of a gas-powered hydraulic throne.
The options go even deeper when you consider add-ons like backrests and fabric-topped seats. Sweetwater’s advice? Sit on as many thrones as you can before making your decision — or contact our knowledgeable Sweetwater Sales Engineers for a custom recommendation!
For more information, be sure to check out the following drum throne content:
Choosing the Best Drum Throne for You | Drum Lesson
“Double-braced or Single-braced Drum Stands: What’s the Difference?”
“Summer NAMM 2015: Porter & Davies Gigster Drum Thrones”
What are the most popular brands for Drum Thrones on Sweetwater.com?
What are the most popular Drum Thrones on Sweetwater.com?
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Roland Hydraulic Saddle Drum Throne - Vinyl Top - Firm Foam
★★★★★ 4 reviews
$224.99 -
Roc-N-Soc Nitro Gas Drum Throne with Original Saddle - Black
★★★★★ 93 reviews
$225.00 -
Gibraltar 6608 Moto-style Drum Throne
★★★★½ 92 reviews
$79.95 -
Ahead Spinal-G 4-leg Drum Throne with Saddle Seat - Red
★★★★★ 18 reviews
$249.99 -
Roc-N-Soc Throne Backrest - Black
★★★★★ 40 reviews
$70.00
Why shop Drum Thrones at Sweetwater.com?
With a massive selection of Drum Thrones, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Drum Thrones, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.