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Memphis Drum Shop
878 Cooper St
Memphis, Tennessee 38104
Phone: 901-276-2328
Email: sales@memphisdrumshop.com
Web: memphisdrumshop.com
Web Presence Score: 94 Top Ten Score
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 80
Founded: 1987
Owners: Jim and Nancy Pettit

Memphis Drum Shop

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About Memphis Drum Shop

Memphis Drum Shop is a drum specialty store located in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded in 1987, it's the only drum shop in the Memphis area and one of four in Tennessee. Their showroom is open six days per week. Jim and Nancy Pettit are the store owners.

Products and services

Apparel, bags and cases, cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, ethnic percussion, gongs, hand percussion, hardware, mallets, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, clinics, discounted pricing, drum tuning, events, lessons, online shopping, repairs, and trades

Brands sold

Bosphorus, C&C, Craviotto, Cymbal Craftsman, Drum Workshop, Dunnett, Evans, Gibraltar, Gon Bops, Gretsch, Humes & Berg, Istanbul Agop, Joyful Noise, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Mapex, Meinl, Noble & Cooley, PDP, Paiste, Pearl, Premier, Pro Mark, Remo, Rogers, Royal, Sabian, Sakae, Slingerland, Sonor, Tama, TreeWorks, Vater, Vic Firth, Yamaha, and Zildjian
"Largest selection of cymbals, gongs, snare drums, drums sets, hardware, cases, and more."
— Memphis Drum Shop

Demographics
City: Memphis, Tennessee
Population: 651.1K
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 215 *
Metro Stat. Area: Memphis, TN-MS-AR
Population: 1.3M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 450 **

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

Competitive Profile
Memphis Drum Shop maintains a strong competitive position through its extensive operational history and comprehensive product and service offerings. Its major competitive strength lies in its claim of offering the largest selection of percussion instruments and accessories, establishing it as a primary destination for musicians seeking diverse inventory.
Key Advantages
Unrivaled Product Selection
The shop provides the largest selection of cymbals, gongs, snare drums, drum sets, hardware, and cases, offering a comprehensive range of options for all percussionists.
Decades of Established Operation
Founded in 1987, Memphis Drum Shop possesses a significant history of market presence, indicating deep industry knowledge and customer trust.
Extensive Value-Add Services
The shop offers a wide range of services including clinics, lessons, repairs, drum tuning, and trade-ins, which supports customer development and product longevity.
Diverse Brand Portfolio
A comprehensive collection of brands, from industry leaders to specialized manufacturers, ensures that the shop meets varied customer preferences and professional requirements.
Web Presence Breakdown
Transactional Presence & Quality: 32
Social Media & Video Footprint: 34
Core Landing Page Usability: 14
Community & Service Integration: 14
Nearest drum shops:
  1. RSB Percussion
    Northport, Alabama (190 mi)
  2. Fork's Drum Closet
    Nashville, Tennessee (194 mi)
  3. Drum Supply House
    Nashville, Tennessee (196 mi)
  4. Nelson Drum Shop
    Nashville, Tennessee (197 mi)
  5. Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop
    St. Louis, Missouri (249 mi)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Guitar Center
    Bartlett, Tennessee (12 mi)
  2. Guitar Center
    Little Rock, Arkansas (140 mi)
  3. Music & Arts
    Franklin, Tennessee (187 mi)
  4. Guitar Center
    Jackson, Mississippi (188 mi)
  5. Guitar Center
    Brentwood, Tennessee (189 mi)
Sources
memphisdrumshop.com (30), 2025-12-22
yelp.com/biz/memphis-drum-shop-memphis
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista
CP: Gemini 2.5 Flash (3431), 2025-12-22
WS: Gemini 2.5 Flash (3282), 2025-12-22