Ah, the great electronic drum kit quest! Welcome to a world where your neighbors won't plot your demise for pounding away at 2 AM. While there are loads of options, some stand out more than the neon kitschy ones at a carnival.
Firstly, Roland kits, like the TD-17KVX, are practically the bees' knees. You get the mesh heads which are a real treat for that acoustic feel, and there are ports galore for recording and jamming along. But if you prefer not to hand over your firstborn for a kit, Alesis kits, such as the Strike Pro, hold up surprisingly well without taking out a mortgage. They've got big pads and tons of sounds to play with!
Oh, and not to forget Yamaha-those DTX kits have some solid tech behind them and usually fly under the radar. Just avoid turning it up to eleven without headphones unless you want your family to start posting 'missing drumsticks' signs.
Must-have features? Dual-zone triggers are a must if you're into expressive playing. And be wary of those bargain-bin plastic pedals that feel more like bicycle brakes. Happy drumming!