304 Four Mile Run Rd
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15207
Phone: 412-435-3743
Email: support@drumfactorydirect.com
Web: drumfactorydirect.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 91
Showroom: Online sales only
Capacity Score: 80
Local pickup available: Yes
Founded: 2007
Owners: Maya Willie and Mike Dawson

Drum Factory Direct is an online-only drum shop located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established in 2007, it's one of three drum specialty stores in the Pittsburgh area and one of nine in the state. Maya Willie and Mike Dawson are the store owners.

Bags and cases, bongos, cajons, congas, cymbals, djembes, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, frame drums, gongs, hand percussion, hardware, mallets, merch, parts, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, discounted pricing, drum tuning, lessons, online shopping, and restorations

Ahead, Aquarian, Attack, Canopus, Drum Factory Direct, Drum Workshop, Dunnett, Evans, Fat Cat, Gibraltar, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, PDP, Pearl, Pro Mark, Puresound, Remo, Rogers, Royal, SKB, Sabian, Slingerland, Tama, Trick, Vater, Vic Firth, and Zildjian

Demographics
City: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Population: 307.7K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 105 *
Metro Stat. Area: Pittsburgh, PA Population: 2.4M Est. drum set purchases/yr: 800 **

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

Competitive Profile
Drum Factory Direct operates as a highly specialized online retailer, establishing a significant market opportunity through its extensive inventory of drum parts and accessories. The online-exclusive showroom model supports a cost-efficient operation, enabling competitive pricing and broad market reach. The business demonstrates a strong capacity for customer retention and acquisition through its comprehensive product offerings and value-added services. Key Advantages Extensive inventory of drum parts and accessories. The shop offers a highly specialized and comprehensive selection of drum parts, hardware, and accessories, catering to specific needs beyond complete kits and serving a dedicated segment of the drumming community. Online-exclusive showroom model. Operating solely online minimizes overhead costs, allowing for competitive pricing strategies and enabling the business to serve a broad geographic customer base without reliance on local foot traffic. Discounted pricing and specialized services. The business model supports competitive pricing, complemented by services such as drum tuning, lessons, and restorations, which enhance customer value and foster loyalty. Diverse brand selection. The shop carries a wide array of established and specialized drum brands, ensuring product availability for various customer preferences and needs across different price points and quality tiers.
Nearest drum shops: Hawthorne Drum Shop McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania (6 mi) Mark's Drum Shop Charleroi, Pennsylvania (20 mi) Stebal Drums Willowick, Ohio (115 mi) Columbus Percussion Columbus, Ohio (164 mi) Dale's Drum Shop Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (165 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Guitar Center Monroeville, Pennsylvania (9 mi) Music Go Round Monroeville, Pennsylvania (9 mi) Guitar Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (11 mi) Guitar Center Boardman, Ohio (56 mi) Music & Arts Canfield, Ohio (58 mi)