Everything a new drummer needs to start playing – in Ocean Blue Sparkle. The Dixon Spark Standard PODSP522A is a 5-piece acoustic drum kit with hardware and cymbals. Dixon built Spark for new drummers: 6-ply poplar shells for a warm, versatile tone, with sturdy hardware that adjusts easily and holds its setting.
Why customers choose it
- 6-ply poplar shells: warm, versatile tone
- Double-braced hardware: stable stands for years of playing
- Independent mounted tom arms: set each tom where you want it
- Easy 5-piece to 4-piece conversion: go smaller for small rooms or gigs
- Silent mesh batter head option: turn it into a quiet practice kit with Dixon mesh heads
Who it is for
Beginners, students, home practice, music schools, churches and first gigs – a full-size kit for players starting out or upgrading from a practice pad.
Specifications
| Series | Spark Standard |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 5-piece |
| Shells | 6-ply poplar |
| Finish | Ocean Blue Sparkle wrap |
| Bass Drum | 16″ x 22″ |
| Tom 1 | 9″ x 12″ |
| Tom 2 | 10″ x 13″ |
| Floor Tom | 16″ x 16″ |
| Snare Drum | 5.5″ x 14″ |
| Hardware | Double-braced |
Good to know
- Shell sizes are Dixon’s Spark Standard 22″ configuration. Hardware and cymbal contents of each pack can differ – see the photos and title for this listing.
- For quiet practice, add the Dixon PHPKMC-01-BX mesh head pack (12″, 13″, 14″, 16″, 22″).
FAQ
Is this kit good for a beginner?
Yes – Dixon designed Spark Standard for new drummers, with everything needed to start playing.
Can I make it quieter?
Yes – Dixon offers silent mesh batter heads for Spark.


















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