3412 Williams Blvd
Kenner, Louisiana 70065
Phone: 504-466-8484
Email: r.fransen@rayfransensdrumcenter.com
Web: rayfransensdrumcenter.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 83
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 75
Founded: 1983
Owner: Ray Fransen

Ray Fransen's Drum Center is a drum shop in Kenner, Louisiana. Established in 1983, it's the only drum specialty store in the state. Their showroom is open six days per week. The store owner is Ray Fransen.

Bongos, cajons, cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, gongs, hardware, parts, discounted pricing, lessons, and repairs

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Demographics
City: Kenner, Louisiana Population: 66.7K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 25 *
Metro Stat. Area: New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner, LA Population: 962.2K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 320 **

*	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of Kenner from any retailer
**	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the New Orleans area from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Ray Fransen's Drum Center maintains a strong competitive position through its decades-long operational history and comprehensive service model. The shop's extensive product and brand selection, combined with integrated value-added services, establishes a significant local market presence. This operational structure represents a major competitive strength within its regional market. Key Advantages Established Operational History and Local Focus The shop has maintained continuous operation since 1983, demonstrating a sustained market presence and deep integration within the New Orleans area's drumming community. Extensive Product Categories and Brand Representation The inventory encompasses a broad range of drum-related products, supported by an extensive selection of major and specialized brands, addressing diverse customer requirements. Multi-faceted Service Offerings The provision of drum lessons, repair services, and discounted pricing establishes multiple avenues for customer interaction, fostering loyalty and providing ongoing revenue streams.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 28 Social Media & Video Footprint: 30 Core Landing Page Usability: 12 Community & Service Integration: 13
Nearest drum shops: RSB Percussion Northport, Alabama (273 mi) Cymbal Fusion Houston, Texas (320 mi) Memphis Drum Shop Memphis, Tennessee (353 mi) Dallas Percussion Dallas, Texas (429 mi) Atlanta Drum Shop Atlanta, Georgia (432 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Guitar Center Harahan, Louisiana (5 mi) Music & Arts New Orleans, Louisiana (5 mi) Music & Arts Gonzales, Louisiana (46 mi) Guitar Center Baton Rouge, Louisiana (59 mi) Music & Arts Baton Rouge, Louisiana (60 mi)