Introducing the Nuvo Zip-Kit Essential compact drum kit The Nuvo Zip-Kit Essential Kit is a fully acoustic, compact drum set designed to go wherever your music takes you. Everything packs neatly into the bass drum, making it easy to store, transport, and set up — perfect for home practice, schools, or even for those taking their drumming on the road. Despite its compact size, it contains all the essential components needed to learn and play drums from first principles, including snare, string-operated hi-hat, kick pedal, practice pad, adjustable stool, and sticks. Underlining the Zip-Kit's quality and education suitability, Nuvo are offering 3 Year Parts Warranty upon registration. 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The included foam mute pad keeps the snare at a comfortable volume for practice without disturbing others, while the two padded backpack-style carry straps make transporting the kit easy and comfortable. Adjustable and expandable The Zip-Kit grows with the player. Fully height-adjustable drums and cymbals are suitable for children from 8 years old, right through to adults. Four telescoping posts allow you to add extra toms and cymbals when you’re ready to expand your kit — components you can find here! The kit can also be configured for left-handed players in seconds by repositioning the pedals and hi-hat. Durable and uniquely suited to the classroom The NUVO Zip-Kit is designed to withstand the demands of regular classroom use. Its robust construction, simplified hardware and integrated design reduce the risk of damage while making setup and storage straightforward for teachers and students alike. With fewer loose components and a compact, self-contained structure, the Zip-Kit supports frequent use, quick transitions and reliable performance, making it a practical and long-lasting solution for busy music departments. What's in the kit? The Essential Kit comes complete with everything you need to get started: Kick pedal with two-tone silicone beater for soft thuds or harder hits 8” snare drum with 2-ply hydraulic head and power dot String-operated 10” hi-hat with fiber string 6” practice pad integrated on the lid Adjustable stool Drum key stored in lid “nest” Pair of 7A hickory sticks The story behind the Zip-Kit Zip-Kit is the brainchild of Dave Wish, Founder of Music Will, a nonprofit organization that has provided free music lessons and instruments to nearly 2,000,000 students across the USA. Dave spent years developing the perfect classroom drum set in his basement workshop. After meeting with the folks at NUVO, the Zip-Kit became a reality! “I invented the Zip-Kit so that entire classrooms of kids could learn to play the drums at the same time,” says Dave. “You just can’t do this with regular drum sets – they’re way too loud, too big and too expensive.” Dave Wish, Founder of Music Will Dave Wish, Founder of Music Will “After playing this, I think it would be a huge asset to up-and-coming young drummers. In a classroom setting, you can have a number of drummers having a lesson together or they can use it as a practice kit on their own.” Ian Young – Head of Contemporary Music and Percussion, St Catherine's School, Bramley “I really like it! My favourite part of the kit is the hi-hat – it sounds very good and considering the way it is connected it has great control. With a group of kids in a class, if one doesn’t quite understand they can glance across to the tutor to see what they are doing, unlike large drum kits where you are often hidden.” Donna Peters – Professional drummer and educator How to use the Zip-Kit Getting started? Zip-Kit Essential Kit includes snare drum, string operated hi-hat, kick pedal, practice pad, adjustable stool and a pair of 7A hickory sticks. Two tone bass drum beater offering quick adjustment between soft thud and hard thump! Grow with your Zip-Kit! Fully height adjustable to suit children from 8 years old all the way up to adult. Height of drums and cymbals can be adjusted using the telescopic poles. Left-handed players No Problem! The Zip-Kit can be quickly set up for left-handed players by rotating the pedals and set the snare and hi-hat to match. Pack... Everything neatly packs into the bass drum carry case with space for extra accessories. ...and Go! Straps included for easy transporting between school and home or into your gigs. Zip-Kit setup guide