7301 NE Loop 820
North Richland Hills, Texas 76180
Showroom: Open by appointment only
Owner: Bruce Alford

Fort Worth Drum Emporium is an appointment-only drum shop located in North Richland Hills, Texas. It's one of three drum specialty stores in the DFW Metroplex and one of seven in the state. Bruce Alford is the store owner.

Demographics
City: North Richland Hills, Texas Population: 70.7K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 25 *
Metro Stat. Area: Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Population: 8.1M Est. drum set purchases/yr: 2.7K **

*	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of North Richland Hills from any retailer
**	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the DFW Metroplex from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Fort Worth Drum Emporium establishes a competitive position through its specialized focus on drums and its physical presence in North Richland Hills, Texas. This combination allows it to serve a dedicated local market segment while leveraging a regional brand association. The primary threat to rivals is its capacity to capture and retain customers seeking specialized drum products and in-person service within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Geographic Market Access: Localized Physical Presence The shop's location in North Richland Hills, Texas, provides direct access to the local customer base within that specific suburban market. This facilitates in-person product evaluation and immediate purchase. Product Focus: Specialized Inventory Depth The 'Drum Emporium' designation indicates a dedicated focus on drums and percussion instruments. This specialization typically results in a broader and deeper inventory of drum-specific products compared to general music retailers. Regional Brand Association: Fort Worth Metroplex Identity The inclusion of 'Fort Worth' in the shop's name establishes an association with a major metropolitan area. This branding strategy extends the shop's perceived market reach beyond its immediate North Richland Hills location, potentially attracting customers from the wider Dallas-Fort Worth region.
Nearest drum shops: The (Ghost Note) Drum Shop Denton, Texas (26 mi) Dallas Percussion Dallas, Texas (31 mi) Tommy's Drum Shop Austin, Texas (181 mi) Cymbal Fusion Houston, Texas (232 mi) Jeff Ryder's Drum Shop San Antonio, Texas (239 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Music & Arts Hurst, Texas (2 mi) Guitar Center Fort Worth, Texas (7 mi) Music & Arts Fort Worth, Texas (7 mi) Guitar Center Arlington, Texas (9 mi) Music & Arts Arlington, Texas (13 mi)