Sonor AQX Studio Set BMS

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Sonor AQX Studio Set BMS

Sonor

AQX Studio Set BMS

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 512285
Brand: Sonor
Model: AQX Studio Set BMS
Price: $988.90

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The Sonor AQX Studio Set BMS is a fantastic entry point into quality drums, especially for gigging musicians or home recordists. The poplar shells provide a warm, focused tone that sits well in a mix, and the striking BMS finish looks great on stage. It’s a well-rounded kit that offers a great balance of quality and affordability.

Product Description

  • Sonor AQX Studio Set BMS
  • Drumset Complete Set
  • AQX Series
  • Studio configuration
  • Shell material: Poplar
  • Colour: Black Midnight Sparkle (BMS)
  • Incl. DTH 2000 tom holder

*Shell Configuration:*

  • 20" x 16" Bass drum with bass drum rosette
  • 10" x 07" Tom tom
  • 12" x 08" Tom tom
  • 14" x 13" Stand tom
  • 14" x 5
  • 5" Snare drum

*Incl. 5-piece AQX hardware set:*

, Single bass drum pedal, Snare stand, Hi-hat stand, Straight cymbal stand, Boom arm cymbal stand

*Incl. Sonor B8 bronze cymbal set:*

, 20" Ride, 16" Crash, 14" Hi-hat

PROS
  • • Poplar shells offer a warm, controlled resonance ideal for studio work
  • • BMS finish is stunning and surprisingly durable for the price point
  • • Sonor’s DTH 2000 tom holders provide secure and versatile mounting
  • • Included B8 bronze cymbals are a solid starting point for beginners
CONS
  • • Hardware feels basic, upgradeable for serious players
  • • Poplar shells lack the projection of maple or birch
  • • Snare drum is adequate, but a premium snare would significantly improve sound

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material Poplar
Pieces 5-piece
Bass Drum Size 20 in x 16 in
Snare 14 in x 5.5 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 14 in x 13 in
Hardware Included 5-piece AQX hardware set
Finish Black Midnight Sparkle (BMS)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Poplar offers a warmer, more controlled tone than maple, with less sustain and a slightly boxier sound – great for recording but might lack some projection live.
The B8 bronze cymbals are a respectable starting point, but upgrading to higher-quality cymbals will noticeably improve the overall sound and responsiveness.
The Sonor DTH 2000 tom holders are very stable and allow for a wide range of angle adjustments, letting you fine-tune the drum’s resonance and sound.

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