524 Main St
Covington, Kentucky 41011
Phone: 859-866-9078
Email: cymbalhouse@gmail.com
Web: cymbalhouse.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 82
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 80
Founded: 2006
Owner: Erce Gokhan

Cymbal House is a cymbal specialty store located in Covington, Kentucky. Founded in 2006, it's one of two percussion shops in the Cincinnati area and in the state. They have an online store on Reverb. Erce Gokhan is the store owner.

Cymbals, vintage gear, discounted pricing, and online shopping

Bosphorus, Istanbul Agop, Pearl, Sabian, and Xilco

Demographics
City: Covington, Kentucky Population: 40.4K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 15 *
Metro Stat. Area: Cincinnati-Middletown, OH-KY-IN Population: 2.3M Est. drum set purchases/yr: 750 **

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

Competitive Profile
Cymbal House maintains a strong competitive position through its deep specialization in unique and custom handmade cymbals, supported by an established market presence since 2006. Its multi-channel sales approach, combining a public showroom with a robust online platform on Reverb.com, enables broad market reach and customer accessibility. The shop's commitment to discounted pricing further enhances its appeal, positioning it as a significant market opportunity for customers seeking specialized cymbal products. Key Advantages Exclusive focus on unique and custom handmade cymbals. The shop has established itself as a primary destination for specialized cymbal products, catering to a distinct market segment seeking high-quality, unique, and custom options not widely available. Established operational history since 2006. Over 15 years of continuous operation demonstrates sustained market relevance, accumulated industry expertise, and a proven track record, fostering customer trust and brand recognition within its niche. Curated selection of both niche and mainstream brands. The inventory includes highly regarded specialized cymbal manufacturers such as Bosphorus, Istanbul Agop, and Xilco, alongside established mainstream drum brands like Pearl and Sabian, appealing to a diverse customer base while reinforcing its cymbal-centric identity. Established online presence via Reverb.com. Utilizing a dedicated e-commerce platform like Reverb.com extends market reach beyond the local area, facilitating sales to a national and international customer base and enhancing convenience for remote buyers. Implementation of discounted pricing. Offering discounted pricing provides a competitive edge by attracting price-sensitive customers and increasing the perceived value for purchases, contributing to higher sales volume. Public showroom availability. The public showroom allows for direct customer interaction, immediate product evaluation, and impulse purchases, supporting a traditional retail experience without the operational hurdles of an appointment-only model.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 30 Social Media & Video Footprint: 33 Core Landing Page Usability: 12 Community & Service Integration: 7
Nearest drum shops: Badges Drum Shop Mason, Ohio (22 mi) Drum Center of Lexington Lexington, Kentucky (74 mi) Max Maxwell's Drum Shop Jeffersonville, Indiana (85 mi) Heritage Drums Jackson, Ohio (101 mi) Columbus Percussion Columbus, Ohio (105 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Guitar Center Florence, Kentucky (8 mi) Guitar Center Springdale, Ohio (15 mi) Guitar Center Dayton, Ohio (41 mi) Guitar Center Lexington, Kentucky (76 mi) Music & Arts Louisville, Kentucky (82 mi)