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
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
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
Art. 446997
$527
#2
⭐
4.5/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
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
Art. 328746
$351
#3
⭐
4.5/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series CAB
by
Sonor
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
Art. 578298
$989
#4
⭐
4.4/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ
by
Sonor
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
Art. 451636
$384
#5
⭐
4.6/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
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
Art. 301385
$878
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP
by
Sonor
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
Art. 459756
$384
#7
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Sonor 16"x14" Vintage Series Red
by
Sonor
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
Art. 398297
$989
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB
by
Sonor
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
Art. 455989
$373
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
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
Art. 455319
$560
#10
⭐
4.4/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Pearl Crystal Beat 16"x15" Fl. #730
by
Pearl
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
Art. 387276
$551
#11
⭐
4.6/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
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
Art. 509575
$351
#12
⭐
4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Yamaha Stage Custom 16"x15" FT - MSG
by
Yamaha
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
Art. 568183
$263
#13
⭐
4.4/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
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
Art. 338670
$582
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
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
Art. 586477
$582
#15
⭐
4.7/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TPB
by
Tama
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
Art. 574490
$366
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.
