How to Convert Your Acoustic Drums into an Electronic Kit – The Smart DIY Way with World Drummers

July 19, 2025

Are you a drummer who loves the feel of your acoustic kit, but wants the flexibility of electronic drums? Whether you need quiet practice, studio-ready triggering, or VST integration, converting your acoustic drums into an electronic kit has never been easier — or more affordable — thanks to World Drummers' DIY upgrade products.

Why Go DIY?

Converting your acoustic kit means:

Keeping your original shells and hardware
Saving money compared to buying a full e-kit
Customizing every component to your style
Adding electronic flexibility to your acoustic feel

The Core of the Conversion – Our Advanced 6-Trigger Plates

At the heart of your DIY electronic drum build is the World Drummers 6-zone trigger plate — engineered for precision and performance. Here’s what makes it a game-changer:

6 high-sensitivity zones per drum for capturing rim shots, cross-sticks, edge hits, and more
Even response across the head, no hot spots
Compatible with most major drum modules (Roland™, 2Box™, Pearl Mimic™, etc.)
Designed for easy installation in standard acoustic shells
Works seamlessly with mesh or rubber heads

Whether you're building a hybrid snare, tom, or even converting your full kit — this is your foundation for flawless MIDI performance.

Finish the Kit with Phantom Electronic Cymbals

No electronic kit is complete without responsive, natural-feeling cymbals — and our Phantom e-cymbals are built for drummers who demand more:

Dual- and triple-zone support (edge, bow, bell)
Chokeable all around the surface
Sizes from 12" to 20", including ride, crash, china, and ozone
Silent silicone surface with acoustic swing feel
Durable build for stage and studio

Mount them on standard boom stands, connect to your module — and your acoustic-to-electronic cymbal upgrade is complete.

What Else Do You Need?

Your full DIY conversion setup from World Drummers can include:

Drum triggers (6-zone plates)
Phantom electronic cymbals
Mesh heads for ultra-quiet rebound
Electronic kick pads (or convert your bass drum with a trigger)
Drum module with Bluetooth & USB-MIDI
Cables, clamps & stands

And we ship it all — fast, EU-wide, tax-free.

Take Full Control with VST

Pair your converted kit with powerful drum software like:

Superior Drummer 3
EZdrummer
Addictive Drums

From silent practice to pro-level recording — the possibilities are endless.

Europe’s Top Choice for DIY Electronic Drum Conversions

World Drummers is proud to support the growing DIY eDrumming community in:
Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Austria, Hungary, Romania, Czech Republic, and more.

Our kits are tested by real drummers and built to handle every dynamic — from delicate ghost notes to heavy metal blast beats.