…But First, A Primer on the Decibel (dB) and Loudnessīefore we can dig into the actual volume measurements of various drums and cymbals, I feel that it is important for us to be on the same page as to what a Decibel is and some of the factors involved in accurately measuring volume, or more accurately sound intensity. Because of this, I’ve compiled and fact checked some existing research and have also completed my own testing, the results of which you’ll find in this article. There is a ton of information out there on this topic, most of which can be a bit misleading. Furthermore, the style of music, environment, equipment being used, how hard the drummer is hitting and the distance from the drum set are all factors which can determine how loud drums are perceived to be.
So, how many decibels loud is a drum set and cymbals? A drum set and cymbals is on average 119dB but can range between 90 and 130dB (decibels) depending on what instruments are being played.
It’s common knowledge that drums are loud, but just how loud are they in relation to other things? As a drummer and and audio engineer, I’ve always been curious and decided to find out.
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