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Dale's Drum Shop
4440 Fritchey St
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17109
Phone: 717-652-2466
Email: ddsweb@dalesdrumshop.com
Web: dalesdrumshop.com
Showroom: Public
Founded: 1982
Owners: Dale and Gale Wise

Dale's Drum Shop
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About Dale's Drum Shop

Dale's Drum Shop is a drum specialty store in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Established in 1982, it's the only drum shop in the Harrisburg area and one of nine in Pennsylvania. Their showroom is open six days per week, plus they have online stores on Reverb and eBay. Dale's Drum Shop has a current Yelp rating of 5.0 with 22 reviews. Dale and Gale Wise are the store owners.

Products and services

Bags and cases, bongos, cajons, congas, cymbals, djembes, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, electronic drums, hand percussion, hardware, mallets, parts, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, custom drums, discounted pricing, drum tech, drum tuning, events, lessons, online shopping, and workshops

Brands sold

Ahead, Dream, Drum Workshop, Dunnett, Evans, Gibraltar, Gretsch, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Mapex, Meinl, PDP, Paiste, Pearl, Puresound, Remo, Rogers, Roland, Sabian, Sonor, Stagg, Tama, Toca, UFIP, Vater, Vic Firth, Yamaha, and Zildjian
"Dales Drum Shop Special Deals on TAMA, DW Drums, Yamaha, Gretsch, Roland, Zildjian, Sabian, Paiste, Meinl and So Much More. We'd Rather Make Friends Than $$."
— Dale's Drum Shop

Demographics
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Population: 49.7K
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 20 *
Metro Stat. Area: Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Population: 606.1K
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 200 **

* Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of Harrisburg from any retailer
** Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the Harrisburg area from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Dale's Drum Shop maintains a competitive position through its specialized focus on percussion instruments. Its physical location in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, combined with a comprehensive inventory and specialized services, establishes it as a regional destination for drummers. The primary threat to rivals is its capacity to serve as a dedicated, full-service hub for percussionists, capturing a specific market segment through its focused offerings and localized presence.
Product Specialization: Exclusive focus on drums and percussion.
The business model centers solely on percussion instruments and related accessories, enabling a concentrated inventory and expertise.
Market Presence: Established physical retail location in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
The shop serves a defined regional customer base, offering direct access to products and in-person services.
Inventory Breadth and Depth: Comprehensive stock of drum kits, cymbals, hardware, and accessories.
A dedicated drum shop maintains a wider and deeper selection of percussion instruments and related equipment than general music retailers.
Specialized Services: Provision of instrument repair and instructional programs.
The shop offers value-added services, including on-site repairs and drum lessons, attracting customers seeking comprehensive support.
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Drums Etc.
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania (31 mi)
  2. Baltimore Drum Company
    Towson, Maryland (64 mi)
  3. Junk Rock Drums
    West Chester, Pennsylvania (68 mi)
  4. Steve Weiss Music
    Willow Grove, Pennsylvania (89 mi)
  5. Pocket Percussion Drum Shop
    Willow Grove, Pennsylvania (90 mi)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Guitar Center
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (1 mi)
  2. Guitar Center
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania (32 mi)
  3. Music & Arts
    Westminster, Maryland (51 mi)
  4. Music Go Round
    Cockeysville, Maryland (58 mi)
  5. Music & Arts
    Bel Air, Maryland (61 mi)
Sources
dalesdrumshop.com (30), 2025-09-07
yelp.com/biz/dales-drum-shop-harrisburg
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista