If the Ludwig Classic Maple seems expensive to you, you’re most probably a beginner or intermediate drummer. In the grand scheme of things, the Ludwig set is fairly affordable, considering the sound and build quality that it offers. Pro drum sets can cost anywhere from $1500 to $10000. So, the Classic Maple sits near the bottom of that price range. If the price is too high for you, you should consider buying an intermediate drum set shell pack. We’ve done a few reviews here on the site to help you see what those are all about. You can read about the Gretsch Catalina Maple and the Tama Superstar Classic.