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Best 16" Floor Toms Under $500 2025

Affordable 16" floor toms under $500 - great value without compromising quality

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Pop For Jazz For Standard Setup For Versatile For Recording
BRANDS: DrumCraft Sonor Yamaha Gretsch Drums Pearl
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT CFF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT CFF

by Tama
Rock Standard Setup Versatile
Key Feature:
• Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
  • • Great for most musical applications
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Common size may not stand out

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic CLF16A-CCFFloor TomSize: 16" x 14"Superstar Classic seriesMaple drum...

⭐ 4.6/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 432057
$366
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TPB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TLB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TLB

by Tama
Standard Setup Versatile Pop
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
  • • Great for most musical applications
✗ CONS
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT TLBFloor TomSize: 16" x 14"Superstar Classic SeriesCLF16A-TLBMaple...

⭐ 4.8/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 432058
$373
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom WHP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. SWG

by Gretsch Drums
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
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Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. GAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Gretsch Drums 16"x16" FT Catalina Cl. GAB

by Gretsch Drums
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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom TQZ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom BRF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom BRF

by Sonor
Recording Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for most musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Great for most musical applications
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • Requires proper tuning for best results
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability

Sonor 16"x15" AQ2 Floor Tom BRFFloor TomSize: 16" x 15AQ2 Series7-Ply maple shellChrome shell...

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 473812
$384
Buy at Thomann View Details
DW PDP CM 16"x14" Floor Tom PW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

DW PDP CM 16"x14" Floor Tom PW

by DW
Versatile Rock Standard Setup
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent balance of pitch and depth
  • • Standard 16-inch floor tom size
✗ CONS
  • • May need dampening for controlled sound
  • • Common size may not stand out

DW PDP CM 16"x14" Floor Tom PWStand TomSize: 16" x 14Concept Maple SeriesMaple wood shellChrome shell...

⭐ 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 491211
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT BAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT BAB

by Tama
Jazz Rock Standard Setup
Key Feature:
• Excellent balance of pitch and depth
✓ PROS
  • • Standard in most drum configurations
  • • Great for most musical applications
✗ CONS
  • • Legs must be sturdy for stability
  • • Common size may not stand out

Tama 16"x14" Supers. Classic FT BAB, Floor Tom, Size: 16" x 14", CLF16A-BAB, Maple shell, Colour:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 432056
$362
Buy at Thomann View Details

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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