1. Drums:
- Bass drum (a.k.a. kick drum): large drum played with a foot pedal
- Snare drum: cylindrical-shaped drum with snares that create a distinctive cracking sound
- Tom-toms (a.k.a. toms): various sizes of cylindrical drums
- Floor tom: larger tom placed on the floor
2. Cymbals:
- Hi-hats: a pair of cymbals mounted on a stand and played with a foot pedal
- Crash cymbal: large cymbal for creating crashing sounds
- Ride cymbal: larger cymbal used for keeping time and playing rhythms
3. Hardware:
- Drum throne: adjustable seat for the drummer
- Drum kit stands: metal holders for cymbals and toms
- Bass drum pedal: foot-operated mechanism for playing the bass drum
- Drum sticks: used by the drummer to play the drums and cymbals
4. Accessories:
- Drum key: tool used to tune drums
- Headphones/earplugs: for hearing protection
- Microphone: for amplifying the sound of the drum kit through speakers or recording equipment