<p>My son got a set of “Sound Off” rubber sound deadening pads for his drums early on, when I was concerned about not annoying the neighbors. They really do ramp down the decibels considerably while still leaving room for sound for the musician. My brother (a drummer for 35 years) told me that these work and are good for the wrists, in that they provide a bounce-back action like the old practice pads: even in his own basement in a private house with no neighbors, he uses them on one of his (9…) drumkits for practice. Some young drummers don’t like them, but my bro insists they’re a good investment.</p>
<p>I’ve also told my son he needs to stop at 9:30pm but before that time I’m not too concerned.</p>
<p>Good luck with finding something that you’re all happy with!</p>
<p>(EDIT: I thought it might be worthwhile to add that the Sound Off pads even include little rubber mats that fit onto the cymbals so you can smash but not make everyone’s head shake. It’s really quite a difference when he plays with them on.)</p>