168 Yarmouth Rd
Gray, Maine 04039
Phone: 207-775-2230
Email: portlandpercussion@portlandpercussion.com
Web: portlandpercussion.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 65
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 90 Top Ten Score
Founded: 1981
Owner: Mike Sangillo

Portland Percussion is a drum shop located in Gray, Maine. Founded in 1981, it's one of three drum specialty stores in the Portland area and one of two in the state. Their showroom is open six days per week, plus they have an online store on Reverb. Mike Sangillo is the store owner.

Drum kits, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, financing, online shopping, and workshops

DDrum, Drum Workshop, Gibraltar, Gretsch, Ludwig, Pearl, Premier, Sonor, Tama, and Yamaha

Demographics
City: Gray, Maine Population: 786 Est. drum set purchases/yr: <1 *
Metro Stat. Area: Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, ME Population: 566.3K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 190 **

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

Competitive Profile
Portland Percussion demonstrates a robust competitive position, characterized by its extensive operational history, diverse product offerings, and a strategic blend of in-person and online retail channels. Its long-standing presence and comprehensive brand selection represent a major competitive strength, enabling it to serve a broad customer demographic effectively. Key Advantages Established Operational History Founded in 1981, the shop possesses over four decades of market presence, indicating deep industry knowledge and a well-established customer base. Comprehensive Gear Selection The inventory includes new drum kits and individual drums, alongside pre-owned and vintage gear, catering to a wide spectrum of customer preferences and budgets. Extensive Brand Partnerships The shop carries a robust selection of major and respected brands such as Gretsch, Ludwig, Pearl, Sonor, and Tama, ensuring access to industry-leading products. Multi-Channel Retail and Service Model Operating as a public showroom facilitates direct customer interaction and impulse purchases. This is complemented by online shopping via Reverb.com and value-add services like financing and workshops, expanding market reach and customer convenience. Public Showroom and Online Integration The public showroom model maximizes potential for local foot traffic and immediate sales, while the integrated online presence via Reverb.com extends sales capacity beyond the immediate geographic area, balancing operational costs with market reach.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 28 Social Media & Video Footprint: 12 Core Landing Page Usability: 13 Community & Service Integration: 12
Nearest drum shops: The Drum Shop Portland, Maine (14 mi) Drum Center of Portsmouth North Hampton, New Hampshire (67 mi) 247Drums Winchester, Massachusetts (107 mi) The Cymbal Boutique Boston, Massachusetts (113 mi) Boston Drum Center Canton, Massachusetts (126 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Music & Arts Falmouth, Maine (10 mi) Guitar Center Portland, Maine (17 mi) Guitar Center Portsmouth, New Hampshire (60 mi) Guitar Center Manchester, New Hampshire (86 mi) Music & Arts Manchester, New Hampshire (86 mi)