Would Electronic Drums be a good starter set???

My 10 year old would like drums for Christmas... I know nothing about them...... I have been considering the Yamaha DTExpress set.... I was thinking electronic for the simple reason that she could play when ever she wanted without bringing down the house. I have three other kids so whatever I get will get plenty of use.......any suggestions or links to other info would be greatly appreciated...

Hi there_- I think it would be a great way for your kid to learn without driving you uts. I play electronics...contact me off line if you want to discuss further! Thanks Steve

Am I alone in believing that there is a 'touch' that is learned on an acoustic kit that is VERY different on an electronic kit. Maybe some of the top of the line 'E' kits have good 'feel'(I have played a few V- Drums that were nice but not affordable for me). Once you learn the 'e' way can you adjust to the acoustic kit?

Kandle [Email is fake, reply via the newsgroup]

Electronic drums could also be very beneficial in the learning process. I've read numerous interviews with Terry Bozzio noting how 'unforgiving' pads are and how it forced him to tighten/loosen his technique where it needed it the worst. Of course, you should strongly consider having a snare and some real cymbals around for 'natural feel' experience and brush-work as well... You just can't get the same nuances and subtleties with electronics, unless you're one of those mad scientist drummers that hooks your kit up to a laptop, god love 'em...

3rd Stik