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Drum Bazar
185 Rue de Louvain O local 300B
Montréal, Quebec H2N 1A3
Phone: 514-276-3786
Email: info@drumbazar.qc.ca
Web: drumbazar.net
Web Presence Score: 73
Showroom: Open by appointment only
Capacity Score: 65
Founded: 1998

Drum Bazar

Video: Jean-Marc Jette

About Drum Bazar

Drum Bazar is an appointment-only drum shop located in Montréal, Quebec. Founded in 1998, it's one of two drum specialty stores in the Metropolitan Montréal area and in the province. Their showroom is available for appointments six days per week, plus they have an online store on Reverb.

Products and services

Bongos, congas, cymbals, djembes, drum heads, drum kits, hand percussion, hardware, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, and online shopping

Brands sold

Dixon, Drum Workshop, Gibraltar, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Meinl, Pearl, Premier, Protection Racket, Remo, Roland, Tama, and Yamaha
"Sur Rendez-Vous ou en Ligne !"
— Drum Bazar

Demographics
City: Montréal, Quebec
Population: 1.8M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 590 *
Census Metro Area: Metropolitan Montréal
Population: 4.3M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 1.4K **

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

Competitive Profile
Drum Bazar operates with a focused strategy, leveraging an appointment-only showroom model complemented by a robust online presence on Reverb.com. This approach allows for a highly personalized customer experience while minimizing operational overhead. The shop's extensive inventory, including specialized vintage and pre-owned gear, combined with a comprehensive brand portfolio, positions it as a significant competitive strength for customers seeking specific or unique drum and percussion instruments. Its long-standing market presence further solidifies its position.
Key Advantages
Extensive inventory including vintage and pre-owned gear, hand percussion, and full drum kits.
This broad selection caters to a wide range of drummers, from collectors seeking unique items to those requiring standard equipment, enhancing market appeal.
Carries a comprehensive selection of industry-leading drum and percussion brands.
Provides customers with access to high-quality, reputable products across various categories, establishing credibility and meeting diverse customer preferences.
Utilizes Reverb.com as a dedicated online sales channel.
This platform extends market reach beyond the local area, facilitating national and international sales, particularly for specialized and pre-owned inventory.
Established in 1998, demonstrating over two decades of operation.
This long-standing presence indicates a stable business with established customer relationships and deep market experience.
Web Presence Breakdown
Transactional Presence & Quality: 28
Social Media & Video Footprint: 25
Core Landing Page Usability: 12
Community & Service Integration: 8
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Timpano Percussion
    Montréal, Quebec (7 km)
  2. Dave's Drum Shop
    Ottawa, Ontario (160 km)
  3. Portland Percussion
    Gray, Maine (323 km)
  4. The Drum Shop
    Portland, Maine (338 km)
  5. Drum Center of Portsmouth
    North Hampton, New Hampshire (363 km)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Long & McQuade
    Montréal, Québec (5 km)
  2. Long & McQuade
    Laval, Québec (8 km)
  3. Steve's Music
    Montréal, Quebec (8 km)
  4. Steve's Music
    Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec (13 km)
  5. Long & McQuade
    Longueuil, Québec (15 km)
Sources
drumbazar.net (7), 2025-11-08
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista
CP: Gemini 2.5 Flash (3816), 2025-11-30
WS: Gemini 2.5 Flash (3474), 2025-11-30