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Century Drum Shop
1320 Blanshard St
Victoria, British Columbia V8W 2J1
Phone: 778-902-3022
Email: info@centurydrumshop.com
Web: centurydrumshop.com
Web Presence Score: 80
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 90 Top Ten Score
Founded: 2013
Owner: Greg Millson

Century Drum Shop
Image: Century Drum Shop

About Century Drum Shop

Century Drum Shop is a drum specialty store 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. The store owner is Greg Millson.

Products and services

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

Brands sold

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

Differentiators

Vintage gear, antique intruments, and handmade percussion
"Exciting News! Century Drum Shop is proud to announce the arrival of Slingerland Drums—one of the most iconic names in percussion history."
— Century Drum Shop

News

Local hero: Greg Millson at Century Drum Shop
— Now., 2016-04-13

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 strong competitive position through its strategic brand acquisitions and comprehensive service model. The shop's established presence in Victoria, British Columbia, combined with its diverse product offerings and specialized repair services, positions it as a central resource for percussionists. The recent addition of Slingerland Drums represents a major competitive strength, enhancing its appeal to collectors and enthusiasts and solidifying its standing in the market.
Key Advantages
Exclusive Slingerland Drums acquisition.
The shop has secured Slingerland Drums, a brand recognized for its iconic status and historical significance in percussion, which attracts collectors and enthusiasts. This expands the shop's appeal in the vintage and high-end market segments.
Comprehensive inventory including vintage gear.
The shop offers a wide selection of products, from apparel and merchandise to cymbals, drum kits, and specialized vintage gear, catering to a broad customer base from beginners to collectors.
On-site repair services.
The provision of repair services establishes the shop as a full-service destination, fostering customer loyalty and providing an additional revenue stream beyond product sales.
Established online presence via Reverb.com.
Utilizing Reverb.com extends the shop's market reach beyond its physical location, enabling sales to a wider, specialized audience interested in percussion instruments and vintage gear.
Web Presence Breakdown
Transactional Presence & Quality: 30
Social Media & Video Footprint: 25
Core Landing Page Usability: 13
Community & Service Integration: 12
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Groove Masters Percussion
    Vancouver, British Columbia (89 km)
  2. Rufus Drum Shop
    Vancouver, British Columbia (94 km)
  3. West Coast Drum Shop
    Bellevue, Washington (126 km)
  4. Rhythm Traders
    Portland, Oregon (324 km)
  5. Anansi Beat
    Portland, Oregon (328 km)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Long & McQuade
    Victoria, British Columbia (1 km)
  2. Tom Lee Music
    Victoria, British Columbia (10 km)
  3. Long & McQuade
    Langford, British Columbia (11 km)
  4. Long & McQuade
    Duncan, British Columbia (46 km)
  5. Guitar Center
    Bellingham, Washington (76 km)
Sources
centurydrumshop.com (7), 2025-12-22
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista
CP: Gemini 2.5 Flash (4593), 2025-12-22
WS: Gemini 2.5 Flash (2943), 2025-12-22