1 South Oakwood Terrace
New Paltz, New York 12561
Phone: 917-217-3107
Email: chbodrums@gmail.com
Web: chbodrums.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 77
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 70
Founded: 2013
Owner: Chris Bowman

CHBO Drums is a drum shop in New Paltz, New York. Founded in 2013, it's the only drum specialty store in the Kingston area and one of nine in New York State. Their showroom is open four days per week. CHBO Drums has a current Yelp rating of 5.0 with one review. The store owner is Chris Bowman.

Cajons, cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, gongs, hardware, mallets, marimbas, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, and custom drums

Gretsch, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Meinl, Musser, Paiste, Pro Mark, Slingerland, Sonor, Vater, Vic Firth, and Zildjian

Demographics
City: New Paltz, New York Population: 13.7K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 5 *
Metro Stat. Area: Kingston, NY Population: 182.3K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 60 **

*	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of New Paltz from any retailer
**	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the Kingston area from any retailer

Competitive Profile
CHBO Drums maintains a strong competitive position through its deep specialization in professional and vintage drums, complemented by unique custom drum manufacturing services. The public showroom in New Paltz, New York, serves as a regional hub for discerning drummers seeking high-quality instruments and personalized expertise. An operational hurdle exists in the absence of e-commerce channels, limiting market reach beyond the physical location. The shop's distinct product and service offerings represent a major competitive strength in the specialized percussion market. Key Advantages Focused inventory of professional and vintage drums and percussion. The shop's emphasis on high-value professional and vintage instruments, including specific classic kits, establishes it as a specialized destination for serious musicians and collectors. In-house custom drum manufacturing. The provision of custom drums offers a distinct product line, catering to specific customer requirements and creating a unique market position. Curated selection of industry-leading drum and percussion brands. Carrying a wide array of respected brands such as Gretsch, Ludwig, Paiste, and Zildjian ensures access to professional-grade and premium equipment. Public showroom operation. The public showroom model facilitates direct product interaction, supports impulse purchases, and enables personalized service, enhancing the customer experience.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 28 Social Media & Video Footprint: 25 Core Landing Page Usability: 12 Community & Service Integration: 12
Nearest drum shops: Precision Drum Company Pleasant Valley, New York (15 mi) Long Island Drum Center Nyack, New York (46 mi) Good Hands Drum Shop New York City, New York (69 mi) The Drum Den Hoboken, New Jersey (70 mi) Long Island Drum Center Hicksville, New York (74 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Music & Arts Monroe, New York (30 mi) Guitar Center Danbury, Connecticut (40 mi) Music & Arts Bedford Hills, New York (41 mi) Music & Arts Ramsey, New Jersey (47 mi) Music & Arts Ridgewood, New Jersey (53 mi)