1320 Blanshard St
Victoria, British Columbia V8W 2J1
Phone: 778-902-3022
Email: info@centurydrumshop.com
Web: centurydrumshop.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 73
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 85 Top Ten Score
Founded: 2013
Owner: Greg Millson

Century Drum Shop is a drum specialty store located in Victoria, British Columbia. Established in 2013, it's one of three drum shops in the Vancouver and in the province. They have an online store on Reverb. Greg Millson is the store owner.

Apparel, cymbals, drum kits, merch, vintage gear, discounted pricing, online shopping, and repairs

A&F, C&C, Gretsch, Ludwig, Paiste, Pearl, Rogers, Sabian, Slingerland, Turkish, and Zildjian

Vintage gear, antique intruments, and handmade percussion

Demographics
City: Victoria, British Columbia Population: 95.9K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 35 *
Census Metro Area: British Columbia Population: 5.6M Est. drum set purchases/yr: 1.8K **

*	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of Victoria from any retailer
**	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the Vancouver from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Century Drum Shop maintains a robust competitive position through its established public showroom, comprehensive product offering, and strategic brand acquisitions. The shop's multi-channel retail approach, combined with a strong focus on both new and vintage gear, establishes a significant market opportunity for sustained growth and customer engagement. Key Advantages Extensive and specialized inventory, including vintage gear and iconic brands. The shop provides a broad selection of new and vintage drums, cymbals, and accessories, catering to diverse customer needs. The recent addition of Slingerland Drums enhances its appeal to collectors and enthusiasts. Comprehensive selection of industry-leading and boutique drum brands. Carrying a wide array of respected brands such as Gretsch, Ludwig, Paiste, Sabian, Zildjian, and boutique options like A&F and C&C, positions the shop as a primary destination for quality instruments. The Slingerland addition is a significant draw. Multi-channel retail presence with value-added services. The public showroom facilitates impulse purchases and in-person consultation, complemented by online shopping via Reverb.com and repair services, offering a complete customer experience. Discounted pricing further enhances value. Established operational history and a physical presence in a key regional market. Founded in 2013, the shop has a decade of operation in Victoria, British Columbia, establishing a local customer base and brand recognition. The public showroom supports direct customer engagement and high-volume local traffic.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 30 Social Media & Video Footprint: 20 Core Landing Page Usability: 13 Community & Service Integration: 10
Nearest drum shops: Groove Masters Percussion Vancouver, British Columbia (89 km) Rufus Drum Shop Vancouver, British Columbia (94 km) West Coast Drum Shop Bellevue, Washington (126 km) Rhythm Traders Portland, Oregon (324 km) Anansi Beat Portland, Oregon (328 km)
Nearest large competitors: Long & McQuade Victoria, British Columbia (1 km) Tom Lee Music Victoria, British Columbia (10 km) Long & McQuade Langford, British Columbia (11 km) Long & McQuade Duncan, British Columbia (46 km) Guitar Center Bellingham, Washington (76 km)