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Tommy's Drum Shop
1100 S 8th St
Austin, Texas 78704
Phone: 512-444-3786
Email: info@tommysdrumshop.com
Web: tommysdrumshop.com
Web Presence Score: 45
Showroom: Public
Capacity Score: 63
Founded: 1979
Owner: Tommy Robertson

Tommy's Drum Shop
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About Tommy's Drum Shop

Tommy's Drum Shop is a drum specialty store in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1979, it's the only drum shop in the Austin area and one of seven in Texas. Their showroom is open six days per week. The store owner is Tommy Robertson.

Products and services

Apparel, bags and cases, bongos, cajons, congas, cymbals, drum heads, drum kits, drumsticks, hand percussion, hardware, mallets, marimbas, parts, swag, discounted pricing, and workshops

Brands sold

Drum Workshop, Gibraltar, Gretsch, Istanbul Mehmet, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Musser, Paiste, Pearl, Pro Mark, Sabian, Sonor, Tama, Toca, Vater, Yamaha, and Zildjian

Demographics
City: Austin, Texas
Population: 961.9K
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 320 *
Metro Stat. Area: Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Population: 2M
Est. drum set purchases/yr: 670 **

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

Competitive Profile
Tommy's Drum Shop demonstrates a strong competitive position rooted in its extensive market tenure, comprehensive product and brand offerings, and direct customer value propositions. The shop's established presence since 1979, coupled with its wide inventory and value-added services, positions it as a significant market presence. Its operational hurdle lies in the absence of specified e-commerce channels, which limits its reach beyond the local market.
Key Advantages
Established presence since 1979.
The shop has cultivated a long-standing reputation and deep market integration over several decades, fostering customer loyalty and trust within the Austin market.
Extensive inventory across major product categories and a comprehensive selection of industry-leading brands.
The shop provides a wide array of drumming equipment, from entry-level to professional gear, supported by a robust collection of highly sought-after brands, catering to diverse customer needs.
Offers discounted pricing and educational workshops.
The provision of competitive pricing directly enhances customer value, while workshops foster community engagement and skill development, attracting and retaining a dedicated customer base.
Web Presence Breakdown
Transactional Presence & Quality: 18
Social Media & Video Footprint: 10
Core Landing Page Usability: 9
Community & Service Integration: 8
Nearest drum shops:
  1. Jeff Ryder's Drum Shop
    San Antonio, Texas (64 mi)
  2. Cymbal Fusion
    Houston, Texas (135 mi)
  3. Fort Worth Drum Emporium
    North Richland Hills, Texas (181 mi)
  4. Dallas Percussion
    Dallas, Texas (192 mi)
  5. The (Ghost Note) Drum Shop
    Denton, Texas (208 mi)
Nearest large competitors:
  1. Guitar Center
    Austin, Texas (4 mi)
  2. Music & Arts
    Sunset Valley, Texas (4 mi)
  3. Guitar Center
    Austin, Texas (7 mi)
  4. Music & Arts
    Cedar Park, Texas (15 mi)
  5. Guitar Center
    Round Rock, Texas (17 mi)
Sources
tommysdrumshop.com (18), 2025-12-22
yelp.com/biz/tommys-drum-shop-austin
U.S. Census Bureau
Statista
CP: Gemini 2.5 Flash (2918), 2025-12-22
WS: Gemini 2.5 Flash (3728), 2025-12-22