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Best 14" Floor Toms Under $500 2025

Affordable 14" floor toms under $500 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Small Setup For Recording For Compact For Higher Pitch For Unique
BRANDS: DrumCraft Sonor DW Yamaha Tama Pearl Gretsch Drums
Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ

by Sonor
Recording Compact Jazz
Key Feature:
• Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
✗ CONS
  • • Higher pitch limits some musical styles
  • • Legs may seem oversized for drum

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZFloor TomSize: 14" x 13"AQ2 Series7-Ply maple shellChrome shell...

⭐ 4.4/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 471115
$347
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DW Design 14"x12" FT Blue Granite - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

DW Design 14"x12" FT Blue Granite

by DW
Jazz Small Setup Higher Pitch
Key Feature:
• Great for jazz and smaller setups
✓ PROS
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Legs may seem oversized for drum

DW Design 14"x12" FT Blue GraniteFloor TomLimited Thomann editionSize: 14" x 12"8-ply shells made...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 611454
$472
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor AQ1 14"x13 Floor Tom White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sonor AQ1 14"x13 Floor Tom White

by Sonor
Recording Jazz Unique
Key Feature:
• Great for jazz and smaller setups
✓ PROS
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Higher pitch limits some musical styles
  • • Less common size with fewer options

Sonor AQ1 14"x13" Floor Tom WhiteStandtomSize: 14" x 13"AQ1 series100% Birch wood shellChrome...

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 534201
$307
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB

by Sonor
Recording Compact Small Setup
Key Feature:
• Easy to position and transport
✓ PROS
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Higher pitch limits some musical styles
  • • May lack power for rock applications

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom TSBFloor TomSize: 14" x 13"AQ2 seriesDrum shell material: 7-ply...

⭐ 4.5/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 456140
$347
Buy at Thomann View Details
DW PDP 14"x12" Floor Tom Exotic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

DW PDP 14"x12" Floor Tom Exotic

by DW
Recording Compact Jazz
Key Feature:
• Higher pitch than standard floor toms
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to position and transport
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
✗ CONS
  • • May not provide expected floor tom depth
  • • Higher pitch limits some musical styles

DW PDP 14"x12" Floor Tom ExoticFloor tomSize: 14" x 12"Concept Exotic Series100% maple shellChrome...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 492527
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Pearl Crystal Beat 14"x13" Fl. #730 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Pearl Crystal Beat 14"x13" Fl. #730

by Pearl
Jazz Small Setup Unique
Key Feature:
• Unique voice in floor tom category
✓ PROS
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
✗ CONS
  • • May not provide expected floor tom depth
  • • Higher pitch limits some musical styles

Pearl Crystal Beat 14"x13" Fl. #730Floor TomSize: 14" x 13"Crystal Beat SeriesModern remake of the...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 387275
$482
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Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-WG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-WG

by Gretsch Drums
Unique Compact Jazz
Key Feature:
• Easy to position and transport
✓ PROS
  • • Great for jazz and smaller setups
  • • Easy to position and transport
✗ CONS
  • • May not provide expected floor tom depth
  • • Less common size with fewer options

Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-WGFloor TomSize: 14" x 14"Catalina Maple series7-Ply 100%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 328913
$325
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-SDCB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-SDCB

by Gretsch Drums
Small Setup Compact Recording
Key Feature:
• Unique voice in floor tom category
✓ PROS
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • May not provide expected floor tom depth

Gretsch Drums 14"x14" Catalina Maple-SDCBFloor TomSize: 14" x 14"Catalina Maple series7-Ply 100%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 328917
$325
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DW PDP 14"x14" CC FT Ox Blood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

DW PDP 14"x14" CC FT Ox Blood

by DW
Unique Recording Compact
Key Feature:
• Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Legs may seem oversized for drum

DW PDP 14"x14" CC FT Ox BloodFloor TomConcept Classic SeriesSize: 14" x 14"Shell material: Maple...

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 590418
$428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom BRF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom BRF

by Sonor
Recording Unique Higher Pitch
Key Feature:
• Easy to position and transport
✓ PROS
  • • Higher pitch than standard floor toms
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
✗ CONS
  • • Legs may seem oversized for drum
  • • Less common size with fewer options

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom BRFFloor TomSize: 14" x 13"AQ2 Series7-Ply maple shellChrome shell...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 456536
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT CFF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT CFF

by Tama
Compact Small Setup Higher Pitch
Key Feature:
• Higher pitch than standard floor toms
✓ PROS
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Legs may seem oversized for drum
  • • May lack power for rock applications

Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT CFFFloor TomSize: 14" x 12"Superstar Classic seriesMaple drum...

⭐ 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 432027
$318
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP

by Sonor
Recording Compact Small Setup
Key Feature:
• Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to position and transport
  • • Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • May lack power for rock applications

Sonor 14"x13" AQ2 Floor Tom WHPFloor TomSize: 14" x 13"AQ2 Series7-Ply maple shellChrome-plated...

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 448411
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT BAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT BAB

by Tama
Jazz Recording Small Setup
Key Feature:
• Compact 14-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Great for jazz and smaller setups
  • • Unique voice in floor tom category
✗ CONS
  • • May lack power for rock applications
  • • Less common size with fewer options

Tama 14"x12" Supers. Classic FT BABFloor TomSize: 14" x 12"Superstar Classic seriesMaple drum...

⭐ 4.6/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 432025
$318
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 14" Floor Toms

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 14" floor toms typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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