Do you need to have a stand for this pad?

You don't need a stand, but it's better if you have one. You could rest the practice pad on your lap or on a chair. Mounting it in a snare drum stand is the best way to use this practice pad, as it allows you to sit comfortably (properly), and adjust the height and angle of the practice pad...so I would highly recommend getting a snare drum stand with this practice pad.

We have a 7 year old just starting. Should we get the 12 inch or the 6 inch size? Related: Is one size better for "expanding" his practice set later?

I played the 6 inch for years and just recently got the 12 inch. The 12 inch is much more convenient as it sits in your lap better, works well with a typical snare stand, and just offers more area to play on. The only benefit I can see with the 6 inch is that it's easier to travel with.

What is better? This or the Vic Firth 2-Sided Practice Pad also 12 inches. Pros? Cons? Final thoughts?

The Firth pad is slightly better. It is a shame because RealFeel made the best pad in history (or at least, the best I've played) and changed it about 5 or 8 years ago. You can still find the older pads on ebay. Honestly, though, for a new pad, I'd recommend the Firth or a Vater pad over this one.

My son is a snare player in marching band. Will this give him the feel and sound he needs to practice?

"Sound," no way does it sound like a snare. But most people aren't buying a practice pad because they want it to sound like a real drum. The point is to practice more quietly. But "feel," yes. The rebound is similar to a well tuned snare. I'm an older musician, but I'm new to drums, and I've developed a really nice buzz roll and other rudiments mostly through practicing on the pad. When I go to my real drum kit, the feel is similar. So it's effective to develop technique. Also, since it's portable, your son can slip it in his backpack with some sticks and practice anywhere.You probably want to get nylon tipped sticks - the rebound from the pad feels more natural.

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RealFeel™ by EVANS Practice Pad, 6 Inch

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🔩8mm threaded insert for versatile mounting

🥁6-inch gum rubber surface

🇺🇸Proudly made in the USA with strict quality control

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🥁 Elevate your practice game with the pro’s choice drum pad!

MADE IN THE USA - Engineered and manufactured under stringent quality controls for lasting durability
COMPACT PORTABLE - 6-inch size and lightweight design (386g) make it easy to practice anywhere
REALISTIC REBOUND FEEL - Gum rubber surface mimics acoustic drum response for authentic practice sessions
TRUSTED INDUSTRY STANDARD - Top-rated with 4.8 stars from over 13,800 drummers worldwide
UNIVERSAL MOUNTING COMPATIBILITY - 8mm threaded insert fits most cymbal stands and EVANS ARFSTD stand for flexible setup

The RealFeel™ by EVANS 6-inch practice pad features a gum rubber surface that delivers a realistic rebound, making it the ultimate acoustic drum substitute. Equipped with an 8mm threaded insert, it mounts easily on most cymbal stands or the EVANS ARFSTD stand. Proudly made in the USA under rigorous quality standards, this lightweight and compact pad is the preferred choice of over 13,800 drummers, ensuring professional-grade practice anytime, anywhere.

Specifications

ASIN	B000FT9ZIE
Body Material	Rubber
Color Name	Rubber
Color Screen	No
Country Produced In	USA
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (13,821)
Date First Available	7 August 2012
Item Weight	386 g
Item model number	RF-6GM
Material Type	Rubber
Product Dimensions	36.32 x 36.32 x 36.32 cm; 385.55 g
Size	6 Inch

Reviews

E**Z

ممتاز

24.06.2026

L**O

good!

good quality

29.07.2025

M**Y

Great drum pads

My son loves them high quality and plays on them continuously

9.03.2025

S**Q

Great bounce feel but could be bigger

Bought this for practicing at home. It meets my expectation of being a practice pad. Bounces great, even on uneven surfaces. The only gripe is that I wished the surface was bigger. But the size makes it very portable. Otherwise, just great.

13.08.2022

A**R

Practise drum pad

Just what my son wanted as practise and teaching aid

25.12.2023

J**N

Awesome!!

Awesome!! The quality left me speechless. Works well on a table top and at its best when kept on a stand. Lovely product.

8.11.2019

A**8

very good

18.10.2022

E**R

As expected

Brilliant, never used the other side though 😂😂😂

2.04.2022

R**.

Sturdy! Quiet in my apartment....

I'm a novice guitarist. I bought a practice drum pad and sticks, to round out my timing and rhythm skills. The music store I bought the pad from had no stand at all. I have been playing on a chair. I found this, and I'm so pleased I bought it! It is an Evans stand for my Evans 7 inch pad. Super sturdy and durable. I set it up to play in my apartment and it's quiet! I won't bug the neighbors above or below me. The main stem is 3/4 inch. I will probably go to the hardware store to get a flat plastic washer, to put under the pad to mount. Very stable! In one of the pics I added a quarter for comparison.

1.03.2026

A**ー

世界標準👍

流石に事実上の世界標準。適度な跳ね返りです。裏面はさらに硬く粒がはっきり聞こえます。6インチはやや大きめのスティックケースにも入りますから持ち運びにも良いですね。

28.01.2026

F**A

Dobry

Super pad fajne odbicie polecam

17.06.2023

D**H

So far so good

Been using this for 2 months, so far it’s been working great

30.01.2024

M**E

Great item

18.06.2025

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