The "One Drop" is the foundation of reggae, where the kick and snare land simultaneously on the third beat.

To build an authentic reggae sound kit, you need to focus on the interplay between the rhythm section and the signature "skank" chords. Reggae is typically set in with a tempo ranging from 80 to 110 BPM . 1. Essential Drum Components

Include timbales , bongos (specifically "binghi" drums), and cowbells.

The "skank" is the rhythmic pulse played on the (beats 2 and 4).