The PDP New Yorker is designed for drummers who need great sound in a portable footprint—perfect for students, working musicians, small stages, rehearsal rooms, and tight performance spaces. Despite its compact size, this kit delivers warm, full-bodied tone thanks to its 100% poplar shells and 45-degree bearing edges, giving you a focused attack with balanced sustain.
Fitted with low-mass Teardrop Mini-Turret lugs, the shells resonate freely, while True-Pitch tension rods (with 20% more threads per inch) let you dial in extremely accurate tuning. The mounted tom is supported by a 10.5mm L-arm bass drum bracket, ensuring stable positioning and quick setup. A bass drum lifter positions the drum perfectly for your pedal, improving feel and response.
Outfitted with factory Remo drumheads, the New Yorker arrives gig-ready right out of the box, with eye-catching finish options that look great on stage or in the practice room.
8x10” Rack Tom
12x13” Floor Tom
5x14” Snare Drum
14x16” Bass Drum (with lifter & mount)
Cymbals and hardware sold separately.
Warm, round, balanced tone
45° bearing edges for smooth attack and controlled resonance
Lightweight yet durable—ideal for gigging drummers
More threads per inch = more precise, stable tuning
Reduce shell tension and enhance resonance
Classic PDP styling
Optimizes pedal height and beater contact
Improves feel and projection
Added stability and adjustability on any surface
Built-in resonance and overtone control—find your ideal punch
Huge tone for a small kit
Extremely portable and stage-friendly
Great tuning range with True-Pitch rods
Comes with Remo heads—no immediate upgrades needed
Perfect for jazz, funk, pop, worship, low-volume gigs, and travel drumming