Best 16" Floor Toms 2026

Top-rated 16" floor toms 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -GN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -GN

Jazz Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Great for most musical applications
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -GNFloor TomSize: 16” x 16"Renown Maple Series6-Ply 100% Maple...

4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWG

Standard Setup Jazz Recording
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Great for most musical applications
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWGFloor TomSize: 16" x 16"Catalina Club Series7-Ply100%...

4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series CAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series CAB

Recording Jazz Standard Setup
Key Feature:
• Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✗ CONS
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound

Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series CABFloor TomSize: 16" x 14"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...

4.5/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ

Jazz Pop Recording
Key Feature:
• Great for most musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection and sustain
  • • Great for most musical applications
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • May lack extreme low-end for some styles

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZFloor TomSize: 16"x15"AQ2 Series7-Ply maple wood shellHigh-gloss...

4.4/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
DW 16"x14" FT Performance - Ebony - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

DW 16"x14" FT Performance - Ebony

by DW
Recording Standard Setup Versatile
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability

DW 16"x14" FT Performance - EbonyFloor TomSize: 16" x 14"Performance SeriesColour: Ebony Stain...

4.6/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP

Recording Standard Setup Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for most musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Good projection and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability
  • • May lack extreme low-end for some styles

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom WHPStand TomSize: 16" x 15AQ2 Series7-ply maple shellChromed shell...

4.6/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series Red

Rock Pop Versatile
Key Feature:
• Standard in most drum configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series RedFloor TomSize: 16 "x 14"Vintage seriesShell material: beechChrome...

4.8/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB

Recording Rock Standard Setup
Key Feature:
• Good projection and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection and sustain
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB, Stand Tom, Size: 16" x 15, 7-ply maple shell, Chrome shell hardware,...

4.5/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -PB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -PB

Versatile Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Good projection and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection and sustain
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -PBFloor TomSize: 16" x 16"Renown Maple Series6-Ply maple...

4.5/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Pearl Crystal Beat 16"x15" Fl. #730 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Pearl Crystal Beat 16"x15" Fl. #730

Recording Pop Standard Setup
Key Feature:
• Standard in most drum configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
  • • Great for most musical applications
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability

Pearl Crystal Beat 16"x15" Fl. #730Floor TomSize: 16" x 15"Crystal Beat seriesModern remake of the...

4.4/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. GAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. GAB

Rock Jazz Recording
Key Feature:
• Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection and sustain
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. GABFloor TomSize: 16" x 16"Catalina Club Series7-Ply mahogany...

4.6/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Yamaha Stage Custom 16"x15" FT - MSG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Yamaha Stage Custom 16"x15" FT - MSG

Rock Pop Versatile
Key Feature:
• Good projection and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • May lack extreme low-end for some styles
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Yamaha Stage Custom 16"x15" FT - MSGFloor TomSize: 16" x 15"Stage Custom Birch Series6-Ply birch...

4.7/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -VP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -VP

Versatile Pop Recording
Key Feature:
• Standard in most drum configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple -VPFloor TomSize: 16" x 16"Renown Maple...

4.4/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple SABB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple SABB

Jazz Pop Versatile
Key Feature:
• Good projection and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Renown Maple SABBFloor TomSize: 16" x 16"Renown Maple Series6-Ply maple...

4.5/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TPB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TPB

Rock Standard Setup Jazz
Key Feature:
• Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Great for most musical applications
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Common size may not stand out
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TPBFloor TomSize: 16" x 14"Superstar Classic SeriesCLF16A-TPBMaple...

4.7/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10

How to Choose the Best 16" 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 16" 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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