I play drums...did not see this thread sadly. Not sure where you are, but I had a buddy in a band selling his Gretsch set for 800...he moved on to Pearl and wanted to keep the kit together.
I play a Pearl Vision set and love it. Evans heads are badass....Lower your high hat--will save your shoulder in the long run.
I have a Learn and Master Drums video series, which is great because it teaches you a great deal in a short amount of time...including reading music for drums. Some of the first things you play are Motown type songs, which are great to learn on. I learned how to play by copying the Beatles, and the Stones...and moved on from there. Good luck man, drums are fun and a great way to relax.