878 Cooper St
Memphis, Tennessee 38104
Phone: 901-276-2328
Email: sales@memphisdrumshop.com
Web: memphisdrumshop.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 95 Top Ten Score
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 92 Top Ten Score
Founded: 1987
Owners: Jim and Nancy Pettit

Memphis Drum Shop is a drum specialty store 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. The store owners are Jim and Nancy Pettit.

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

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, SKB, Sabian, Sakae, Slingerland, Sonor, Tama, TreeWorks, Vater, Vic Firth, Yamaha, and Zildjian

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 highly competitive market position, characterized by its extensive operational history, unparalleled inventory depth, and comprehensive customer service offerings. The public showroom model, combined with a wide array of value-added services, establishes the shop as a central hub for drummers. This integrated approach represents a major competitive strength, enabling the shop to capture a significant market share and maintain strong customer loyalty. Key Advantages Established Market Presence Founded in 1987, the shop demonstrates significant operational longevity and has cultivated a strong reputation within the drumming community over several decades. Extensive Product Specialization The shop offers the largest selection of cymbals, gongs, snare drums, drum sets, hardware, and cases, providing a comprehensive inventory that caters to diverse customer requirements. This is supported by a wide range of key products and an extensive list of carried brands, including both major manufacturers and specialized boutique options. Comprehensive Value-Added Services The shop provides a robust suite of services including clinics, events, lessons, drum tuning, repairs, and trades. This holistic approach enhances customer engagement and supports long-term customer relationships. Public Showroom Accessibility Operating as a public showroom during regular hours maximizes customer convenience and allows for direct interaction with inventory. This model supports impulse sales and fosters a community hub, despite incurring higher operational costs compared to appointment-only or online-only models.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 33 Social Media & Video Footprint: 34 Core Landing Page Usability: 14 Community & Service Integration: 14
Nearest drum shops: RSB Percussion Northport, Alabama (190 mi) Fork's Drum Closet Nashville, Tennessee (194 mi) Drum Supply House Nashville, Tennessee (196 mi) Nelson Drum Shop Nashville, Tennessee (197 mi) Fred Pierce Studio Drum Shop St. Louis, Missouri (249 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Guitar Center Bartlett, Tennessee (12 mi) Guitar Center Little Rock, Arkansas (140 mi) Music & Arts Franklin, Tennessee (187 mi) Guitar Center Jackson, Mississippi (188 mi) Guitar Center Brentwood, Tennessee (189 mi)