Buying Drum Gear on the Web.

Whether you're shopping for drums, replacement parts, percussion, books, videos, or anything else having to do with drums and percussion, you'll find what you need in our complete Web Guide to Buying Drum Gear. It not only contains links to the best manufacturers but the best retail outlets with the best prices on drum products on the Web, to guarantee your next purchase will be easy and trouble-free.

NOTE: All sites stamped with the Tiger are sites who have received Tiger Bill's Stamp of Approval. These sites have received Tiger Bill's highest recommendation for providing exceptional levels of customer service and high quality products at reasonable prices!

TigerBill's Drum Shop
The Tiger's Online Drum Shop offers the Lowest Prices you'll find anywhere on selected books, videos, DVDs, and Drum Gear. And every item in the Drum Shop has been Tiger Tested and Approved. Before you buy anything online or off, check us out!

Alfred Publishing
Beginner through professional, Alfred has the books, videos, and DVDs to help you take your drumming to the next level.

Axis Percussion
Makers of the drum pedals used by the first person to break 1000 strokes per minute with his feet in the WFD (world's fastest drummer) - and, more recently, by the 2nd person to break 1000: Tiger Bill. Check out their great pedals and other inventive drum hardware. (Tiger Bill is an official Axis Percussion endorsing artist.)

Hansenfutz
Check out this unique practice pad for your feet! Tiger Bill recommends this for daily practice as the fastest way to build your foot speed, power, control, and endurance. Tiger Bill is an official endorsing artist and, when you're ready a Futz pedal on for size, go to TigerBill's Drum Shop for the lowest prices on the Web!

Hudson Music
For educational and entertaining DVDs, videos, and books on drums and percussion, take a look at Hudson Music.

Pintech
If you're into electronic percussion and prefer to buy quality gear, made in the USA, at reasonable prices with an exclusive lifetime warranty, check out Pintech before you buy. Their new Visual Series eDrums are just incredible. (Tiger Bill is an official Pintech endorsing artist.)

Pro-Mark
Very good sticks. They come with a "Performance Guarantee" against defects which even includes warping. Nylon tips are also guaranteed not to crack or come off. Nice looking Web site too, with a toll free Drummer's Hotline number. Check out their tips on choosing sticks. (Tiger Bill is an official Pro-Mark endorsing artist.)

SABIAN
SABIAN products and cymbal endorsers are too numerous to mention. Check out their Web site for the latest. (Tiger Bill is an official SABIAN endorsing artist.)

Taye Drums
If you're looking for high quality gear at a price that won't break the bank, check out Taye Drums. They make all their own drum shells, hardware, drumheads, and even do their own chromeplating. TigerBill is an official Taye endorsing artist.

Alternate Mode: Home of KAT Percussion
If you're looking for electronic percussion, take a look at KAT Percussion MIDI controllers like the drumKAT, malletKAT, trapKAT, and dk10. They sell audio software too. Visit the site and receive a free interactive CD featuring videos of Dennis Chambers, Danny Gottlieb, Dave Samuels, and more. And while you're at it, try out their virtual online KAT!

Aquarian Drumheads
High quality combined with reasonable prices makes Aquarian a company for DrumHeads to consider when purchasing new "drumheads."

Arbiter
From their advanced one-touch tuning system to their professional flat drum kits (designed for big sound but easy portability), these "Made in England" drums have one thing in common: High-Quality.

Bosphorus Cymbals
Miss the hand-hammered sound? Check out their "Master Series" line, hand made from start to finish.

Cadeson
This is up-and-coming drum company from Taiwan offers some distinctive looking drums that sound great and don't cost a fortune. If you're looking for a high-quality, reasonably priced kit, check these out.

ClearSonic
If you're looking for an effective sound baffle. take a look at this site. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, these transparent panels can make all the difference.

Cymbalism Music
Here's an online Drum Shop that specializes in specific lines of quality cymbals and electronic drums. And they guarantee their prices to be the best on the Net.

Drum Tech
If you're into electronic drums, add these to your try-out list. They offer acoustic feel mesh drumheads, 3-zone snare, and 2-zone position sensing cymbals.

DrumWork Novelties
"Banging is my Passion." If it's your passion too, check out these cool gifts for bangers, er, drummers! They include drum clocks, drum scratch pads, drum shorts, and more.

Drum Workshop
Twenty-five years ago two guys started selling one product in a store-front studio. Today, they produce a full line of top-quality drums, bass drum pedals, and other gear in a 20,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art factory. Check out their drums and especially their bass drum pedals. Not inexpensive, but very solid stuff.

Drum World
Whether you’re looking for new, used, or even vintage drums/percussion, you’ll probably be able to find it here.

Evans
From their first All-Weather drumhead in 1958, Evans drumheads were always innovative and of the highest quality. And they still are today.

GMS Drum Co.
Not one of the first drum companies you might think of, but this company produces drums that are "Made in the U.S.A." to extremely high standards. And these babies look and sound terrific.

Gretsch
Drummers like Vinnie Colaiuta and Harvey Mason swear by "That Great Gretsch Sound!" Take a look at the latest kits from Gretsch.

Harmony Central
Huge online database lets you select what you're looking for by manufacturer or by category. Throw in free shipping on all music gear and that's three out of three. Not Bad. Or you could say it is bad, depending on how you look at it.

Hart Dynamics Incorporated
Hart has been in the electronic drum business since 1989 and they sell quality gear that's made in the USA.

HQ Percussion
Makers of the high-quality Reel Feel drum pads also make SoundOff drumset silencers (for quiet practice on your drums) and PlasTech drum covering (to revitalize on old drumset). among other cool stuff. Check them out.

Humes & Berg
In the market for some solid, yet lightweight drum cases? Look no further.

JazzLegends.com
If you love jazz drumming legends and want to own their classic performances on VHS or DVD, check out this site by drummer, author, editor, singer, multi-instrumentalist, writer, jazz educator, recording artist and video producer Dr. Bruce H. Klauber. Bruce, probably best known as the biographer of Gene Krupa and Producer of the Hudson Music and DCI Music Video "Jazz Legends" video/DVD series, offers lots of rare footage for sale on his site.

Ludwig
Hey, if they're good enough for Ringo! Whether you're looking for marching drums, drum sets, timpani, or other mallet instruments, Ludwig probably has what you want. Check them out.

LP Music Group
LP has over 500 endorsers, including pros like Tito Puente and Carlos Santana. If you want the best in Latin percussion instruments, this is it. Follow this link and you'll be able to "hear" any of their products in action.

Mapex
Here are the latest drums from Mapex, played by Carmine Appice, Gregg Bissonette, Walfredo Reyes, Jr., and many other greats.

Paiste
Some drummers feel that Paiste makes a line of cymbals equal to, if not better than, Zildjians. I've used them for years and I tend to agree. Site includes info on correct usage, care, and an interesting look at how Paiste cymbals are made.

Pearl
Pearl offers a complete line of drums and percussion instruments at various price levels. Beginners can check out their web site for free how-to drum set-up instructions and even online clinics for chops.

Pearl Drums from Roli Garcia
I was turned onto Roli by a site member. Don't let the initial looks of the site fool you — You can buy drums there too. If you're in the market for a Pearl drumset, check out Roli's prices first, and experience the level of customer service a family-owned business can provide.

Peavey Drums
Thought Peavey only made amps? Think again. They do it all. Check out their line of drums.

PercussionMusic.com
If you're looking for good online deals on Drum and Percussion CDs, videos, books, and sheet music go to Scott Davidson's site. He's a cool guy and he'll give you the best deal he can. Don't forget to tell him Tiger Bill sent you.

PowerJamms, Inc.
This site specializes in play-along CDs, books, and videos. If you don't find what you're looking for on their site, contact them toll free and they'll help you out. Just tell 'em the Tiger sent you!

Premier
This is another company that makes a solid, quality line of percussion equipment used by such diverse artists as Vic Firth, Ginger Fish, and Danny Gottlieb.

PureSound Percussion
Not happy with your snare drum sound? It could be as simple as replacing your snare wires with high-quality ones, like these.

Regal Tip
In 1958 Joe Calato, Sr., a drummer himself, put the first nylon tip on a drumstick and not only began the Regal Tip company, but a true revolution in drumstick making as well. Regal tips are among my favorite sticks of all time (I love the 5A's for practicing). Good site, too. Check out the Regal Tip Institute for Drumming Tips and Technique section.

Remo
They not only make quality drum heads and practice pads, but sticks, brushes, and drums too. Try them out.

Roland
Although best known for their keyboards, they also make the best electronic drum sound modules I've ever heard! If you're in the market, check out their V-Drums, SPD-S Sampler pad, and another quality instruments. You can also get a free product video at their site.

Rudi-Pad
Did you ever wish you have a practice pad you could roll up and carry in your pocket? You can with a Rudi-Pad®. And it has the Standard 26 American Drum Rudiments written on the surface as a bonus.

Sekere.com
Makers of Sekeres since 1993, they also offer customization. They have also taught many people who have gone on to develop a rewarding hobby making and selling Gourd Sekere Hand Drums.

SilverFox Drumsticks
Tired of playing with sticks whose pitch doesn't match? These hand-finished beauties are computer matched in both weight and pitch. Give 'em a test spin.

Slingerland
Ace Swing Era Drummer Gene Krupa used to play Slingerlands. If you're in the market for a set, I suggest that you add them to your demo list.

Sonor Drums
Artists like Steve Smith, Cindy Blackman, Danny Carey, and Jack DeJohnette prefer Sonor drums, find out why.

Surila.com
Percussionist and keyboardist Orlando Fiol is in the business of repairing and refurbishing Tablas. If you want to buy a new Tabla or if you have a Tabla that needs some work, contact Orlando at the above link.

Tama
Tama makes some solid drums and hardware, and their web site offers interviews with endorsing artists.

Thumpers
Chip Norris, inventor of Thumpers, has finally solved the universal problem of what to stuff inside bass drums to make them sound their best. Check them out and tell them Tiger Bill sent you.

Turkish Cymbals
If you're looking for handmade cymbals, add these to your "to-listen-to" list.

Vic Firth
The Mercedes of sticks and mallets. Vic's sticks are great. Check out his "Stick Smarts" tips to help you find the right stick.

Wuhan
Europe and Turkey aren't the only locations producing quality professional cymbals. Check out these handmade cymbals from China. Low in price but high in quality.

Yamaha
Yes, they make just about everything - but they make everything great! Check out their acoustic and electronic drums. If you do a lot of one-nighters and are tired of schlepping your skins, check out my personal favorite: Hipgig.

Zildjian
Zildjian not only makes some of the world's best cymbals, but sticks as well. You have your choice of viewing this site shocked or not - Macromedia Shockwave, that is. The site also requires a version 4+ browser.

Looking for Drum Gear on the Cheap?
There are two kinds of Auctions - those where you can get good used drum products at great prices and those where you can get ripped-off royally. Follow the above link to find out where the good deals are, while learning to steer clear of the scams.

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