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Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop
9537 Midland Blvd
St. Louis, Missouri 63114
Phone: 314-423-7137
Email: fpstudiodrum@sbcglobal.net
Web: fpstudiodrum.com
Showroom: Public
Founded: 1972
Owner: Fred Pierce

Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop
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About Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop

Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop is a drum specialty store in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 1972, it's the only drum shop in the state. The store owner is Fred Pierce.

Products and services

Cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, events, and lessons

Brands sold

Drum Workshop, Gretsch, Ludwig, Meinl, Paiste, Pearl, Sabian, Sonor, Stagg, Tama, Yamaha, and Zildjian

Demographics
City: St. Louis, Missouri
Population: 315.7K
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 105 *
Metro Stat. Area: St. Louis, MO-IL
Population: 2.8M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 930 **

* Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of St. Louis from any retailer
** Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the St. Louis area from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop establishes a distinct market position through its specialization in studio-oriented drumming equipment and services. This focused approach enables the shop to attract and serve professional musicians and recording studios, posing a competitive threat to general music retailers by capturing a high-value niche market.
Market Niche: Dedicated focus on studio-specific drumming equipment and services.
The 'Studio Drum Shop' designation establishes a specialized market position, catering to the distinct requirements of recording artists and professional studio environments.
Product Offering: Inventory selection tailored for recording applications.
The shop's product range includes instruments and accessories optimized for sound capture and performance in a studio setting, attracting customers with specific recording needs.
Service Expertise: Specialized knowledge in drum preparation and optimization for recording.
The business model implies staff possess expertise in areas such as drum tuning, microphone compatibility, and acoustic considerations relevant to studio recording, providing value beyond standard retail transactions.
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Moon Dog Drum House
    Galesburg, Illinois (155 mi)
  2. KC Drum Shop
    Overland Park, Kansas (233 mi)
  3. Memphis Drum Shop
    Memphis, Tennessee (249 mi)
  4. Max Maxwell's Drum Shop
    Jeffersonville, Indiana (253 mi)
  5. Steve Maxwell Drums
    Glendale Heights, Illinois (253 mi)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Guitar Center
    Bridgeton, Missouri (4 mi)
  2. Music & Arts
    Bridgeton, Missouri (5 mi)
  3. Guitar Center
    St. Louis, Missouri (10 mi)
  4. Music & Arts
    Saint Louis, Missouri (10 mi)
  5. Music & Arts
    Town And Country, Missouri (10 mi)
Sources
fpstudiodrum.com (3), 2025-09-07
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista