Is the DTX402K good for a total beginner?

Yes. It is designed around beginner practice, with 10 training functions, 10 songs and app-guided lessons. The quiet pads let you practice at home without disturbing others.

Does it work with headphones?

Yes. The module has a headphone output, so you can practice silently. The pads themselves are also quiet compared with acoustic drums.

What comes in the box?

The kit includes the pads, rack, module, cables and drumsticks. A drum throne and hi-hat stand are not included and must be bought separately.

Can I record my playing?

Yes. The free Rec'n'Share app records audio and video through your phone or tablet while you play along to music.

How does it compare with mesh-head kits?

Rubber pads are firmer and less bouncy than mesh heads, but they are durable and quiet. Mesh kits cost more and feel closer to acoustic drums.

Can I add a second crash or a hi-hat stand later?

The module supports expansion within Yamaha's DTX402 line, but check the input layout before buying add-ons. Many owners start with the stock setup.

Where is the DTX402K Electronic Drum Set cheapest?

At Walmart, for $382.49, as of our latest check.

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DTX402K Electronic Drum Set

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DTX402K Electronic Drum Set

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Our take on the DTX402K Electronic Drum Set

The DTX402K is Yamaha's entry-level electronic kit, built to get new drummers playing quietly at home. It has rubber pads, a compact rack, and a module with 10 preset kits, 10 songs and 10 training functions, plus 287 drum and percussion sounds to customize kits. The free DTX402 Touch app handles kit editing and training, and Rec'n'Share records audio and video with your phone. Compared with rivals at the same level, it leans on practice tools and app support rather than mesh heads or a hi-hat stand, so it suits beginners and apartment players more than gigging drummers.

Best forBeginners learning their first beatsApartment and shared-wall practicePlayers who want built-in training toolsRecording quick clips to a phone

Pros

Quiet rubber pads suit home practice
10 training functions and 10 songs built in
287 sounds and 10 kits to customize
Free DTX402 Touch and Rec'n'Share apps
Compact rack fits small rooms

Cons

Rubber pads feel firmer than mesh heads
No hi-hat stand or throne included
Small pads and basic module versus pricier kits
Built-in sounds are decent but not studio-grade

DTX402K Electronic Drum Set prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of the DTX402 series generally treat it as a solid first kit: quiet enough for apartments, easy to set up, and useful for building timing with the training modes. More experienced players find the rubber pads and module limits hold it back.

What people mention

Pad feelMixedRubber pads are durable and quiet, but some players miss the bounce of mesh heads.
NoisePraisedOwners say tapping the pads keeps volume low enough for apartments.
Training functionsPraisedThe built-in exercises and songs are credited with improving timing for beginners.
SetupPraisedThe rack goes together quickly and takes little floor space.
Module soundsMixedThe 287 sounds cover many styles, though experienced drummers call them basic.
Included extrasCriticisedBuyers note the throne and hi-hat stand are sold separately.

About the DTX402K Electronic Drum Set

The Yamaha DTX402K is an electronic drum set from the DTX402 series, made for beginning drummers who want to build skills through interactive practice. It has a quiet design and improved pads for natural playability.

The module includes 10 kits, 10 songs and 10 training functions covering popular genres of music. Each kit can be customized with 287 drum and percussion sounds. The onboard training functions let you evaluate and improve your drumming.

The free DTX402 Touch app works with the module for editing kits, training and testing your skills. The free Rec'n'Share app lets you listen to music while recording audio and video with a phone or tablet. The drum throne is sold separately.

Assembled width: 31 in
Kits: 10
Songs: 10
Training functions: 10
Sounds: 287 drum and percussion sounds
Apps: DTX402 Touch, Rec'n'Share (both free)
Not included: Drum throne (sold separately)

Specifications

assembled_product_width: 31 inSource

Questions and answers

Is the DTX402K good for a total beginner?: Yes. It is designed around beginner practice, with 10 training functions, 10 songs and app-guided lessons. The quiet pads let you practice at home without disturbing others.
Does it work with headphones?: Yes. The module has a headphone output, so you can practice silently. The pads themselves are also quiet compared with acoustic drums.
What comes in the box?: The kit includes the pads, rack, module, cables and drumsticks. A drum throne and hi-hat stand are not included and must be bought separately.
Can I record my playing?: Yes. The free Rec'n'Share app records audio and video through your phone or tablet while you play along to music.
How does it compare with mesh-head kits?: Rubber pads are firmer and less bouncy than mesh heads, but they are durable and quiet. Mesh kits cost more and feel closer to acoustic drums.
Can I add a second crash or a hi-hat stand later?: The module supports expansion within Yamaha's DTX402 line, but check the input layout before buying add-ons. Many owners start with the stock setup.
Where is the DTX402K Electronic Drum Set cheapest?: At Walmart, for $382.49, as of our latest check.