2000 Bloomingdale Rd #110
Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
Phone: 630-237-4997
Email: vintagedrums@aol.com
Web: maxwelldrums.com ↗
Web Presence Score: 88 Top Ten Score
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 88 Top Ten Score
Founded: 2002
Owners: Steve and Debbie Maxwell

Steve Maxwell Drums is a drum shop located in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Founded in 2002, it's one of four drum specialty stores in the Chicago area and one of five in the state. They have an online store on Reverb. Steve Maxwell Drums has a current Yelp rating of 5.0 with one review. The store owners are Steve and Debbie Maxwell.

Cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, hardware, marimbas, pre-owned gear, vintage gear, custom drums, discounted pricing, drum tuning, online shopping, and restorations

Aquarian, Ayotte, Bosphorus, C&C, Canopus, Craviotto, Cymbal Craftsman, Danmar, Dream, Drum Workshop, Dunnett, Evans, Gibraltar, Gon Bops, Gretsch, Istanbul Agop, Istanbul Mehmet, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Mapex, Meinl, Musser, Noble & Cooley, Paiste, Pearl, Pork Pie, Premier, Pro Mark, Remo, Rogers, Roland, Sabian, Slingerland, Sonor, Tama, Toca, UFIP, Vater, Vic Firth, Yamaha, and Zildjian

Professional gear, boutique brands, small kits, vintage drums, and vintage cymbals

Demographics
City: Glendale Heights, Illinois Population: 33.6K Est. drum set purchases/yr: 15 *
Metro Stat. Area: Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL-IN-WI Population: 9.3M Est. drum set purchases/yr: 3.1K **

*	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of Glendale Heights from any retailer
**	Estimated purchases of new drum sets by residents of the Chicago area from any retailer

Competitive Profile
Steve Maxwell Drums maintains a robust competitive position due to its established market presence, comprehensive product selection, and specialized value-added services. The integration of a public showroom with a strong e-commerce channel provides extensive market access and customer convenience. This operational model and service depth represent a major competitive strength in the drum retail sector. Key Advantages Established operational history since 2002. The shop has cultivated a customer base and brand recognition over two decades, providing a stable foundation in the market. Extensive inventory including vintage, pre-owned, and niche instruments like marimbas. The comprehensive product offering caters to a wide range of drummers, from beginners to collectors, and includes specialized items that differentiate it from general music retailers. Provision of custom drum building and restoration services. These highly specialized services attract customers seeking unique instruments or expert repair, establishing the shop as a destination for bespoke drumming needs. Broad selection of major and boutique drum brands. Carrying a diverse array of brands, including high-end and niche manufacturers, appeals to a discerning clientele and provides extensive choices for customers. Public showroom combined with a dedicated e-commerce presence on Reverb.com. The public showroom offers immediate access and impulse purchase opportunities, while the online channel extends market reach nationally and internationally, enhancing customer convenience and sales potential. Offering drum tuning and discounted pricing. These services enhance customer satisfaction and provide tangible value, fostering repeat business and loyalty.
Web Presence Breakdown Transactional Presence & Quality: 30 Social Media & Video Footprint: 33 Core Landing Page Usability: 13 Community & Service Integration: 12
Nearest drum shops: Mike's Drum Shop Villa Park, Illinois (6 mi) Drugan's Drums Des Plaines, Illinois (12 mi) Vic's Drum Shop Chicago, Illinois (16 mi) Moon Dog Drum House Galesburg, Illinois (137 mi) Virtue Drums Jackson, Michigan (189 mi)
Nearest large competitors: Music & Arts Itasca, Illinois (4 mi) Guitar Center Villa Park, Illinois (7 mi) Guitar Center Arlington Heights, Illinois (9 mi) Music & Arts Schaumburg, Illinois (9 mi) Guitar Center Aurora, Illinois (13 mi)