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Cymbal Fusion
1403 Brittmoore Rd
Houston, Texas 77043
Phone: 713-466-1131
Email: info@cymbalfusion.com
Web: cymbalfusion.com
Showroom: Public
Founded: 2005
Owner: Erik Paulson

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About Cymbal Fusion

Cymbal Fusion is a drum shop in Houston, Texas. Established in 2005, it's the only drum specialty store in the Houston area and one of seven in Texas. Their showroom is open five days per week, plus they have online stores on Reverb and Amazon. The store owner is Erik Paulson.

Products and services

Apparel, bags and cases, bongos, cajons, congas, cymbals, djembes, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, electronic drums, ethnic percussion, hand percussion, hardware, parts, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, discounted pricing, drum tuning, online shopping, sound healing, trades, and workshops

Brands sold

Ahead, Aquarian, Attack, Dream, Drum Workshop, EFNOTE, Evans, Gibraltar, Gretsch, Istanbul Agop, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Mapex, Meinl, PDP, Paiste, Pearl, Pork Pie, Pro Mark, Puresound, Remo, Roland, Royal, SKB, Sabian, Sonor, Tama, Vater, Vic Firth, Yamaha, and Zildjian
"Drum store carrying the top brands in drum sets, cymbals, snare drums and percussion. Buy online or in person. We ship nationwide and have showrooms in Houston and McAllen, Texas."
— Cymbal Fusion

Demographics
City: Houston, Texas
Population: 2.3M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 760 *
Metro Stat. Area: Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown, TX
Population: 7.5M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 2.5K **

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

Competitive Profile
Cymbal Fusion establishes a competitive position through its specialized focus on cymbals within the Houston market. This specialization enables the shop to attract and serve a distinct customer segment seeking comprehensive cymbal offerings and expertise. The primary threat to rival drum shops stems from Cymbal Fusion's capacity to capture and retain customers specifically interested in cymbals, thereby diverting sales from competitors offering broader but less specialized product lines.
Product Focus: Specialized cymbal inventory.
The shop's branding, 'Cymbal Fusion,' indicates a dedicated focus on cymbals, resulting in a concentrated and extensive inventory within this product category. This attracts customers prioritizing cymbal selection.
Market Strategy: Niche market penetration.
By specializing in cymbals, the shop targets a specific segment of drummers and percussionists. This strategy differentiates it from general drum retailers by offering depth over breadth in a key product area.
Operational Location: Presence in a major urban center.
The shop operates in Houston, Texas, a large metropolitan area. This location provides direct access to a substantial local and regional customer base, supporting in-person sales and service.
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Tommy's Drum Shop
    Austin, Texas (135 mi)
  2. Jeff Ryder's Drum Shop
    San Antonio, Texas (172 mi)
  3. Dallas Percussion
    Dallas, Texas (223 mi)
  4. Fort Worth Drum Emporium
    North Richland Hills, Texas (232 mi)
  5. The (Ghost Note) Drum Shop
    Denton, Texas (253 mi)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Guitar Center
    Houston, Texas (5 mi)
  2. Music & Arts
    Houston, Texas (7 mi)
  3. Guitar Center
    Houston, Texas (10 mi)
  4. Guitar Center
    Stafford, Texas (11 mi)
  5. Guitar Center
    Katy, Texas (13 mi)
Sources
cymbalfusion.com (30), 2025-09-07
yelp.com/biz/cymbal-fusion-houston
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista