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Archive for Unique Builds

Cocktail kit, or bop kit, or both?

by Dennis
December 7th, 2011

This unique setup takes the nesting option and pushes it one step further than we’ve gone before.  A dual latch system on the cocktail drum allows it to be used as a 16″x24″ upright cocktail drum or as a 16″x14″ bop bass drum.  The addition of a 13″ floor tom compliments the standard 10″x8″ rack tom perfectly, for a great bop or cocktail combo.  A wide variety of ratcheting clamps, l-rods, and cymbal arms make the setup possibilities as wild as your imagination.  Something this cool deserves some attention, and the bright Tangerine Glass Glitter finish definitely stands out.  Check it:

Cocktail Bop Kit - Custom Drums

Cocktail Bop Kit - Custom Drums

Cocktail Bop Kit - Custom Drums

Categories Cocktail Drums, Unique Builds

Distressed Acid-Etched Copper on a 14″x7″ Phattie Snare

by Dennis
December 5th, 2011

The latest addition to the Copper Collection is this dark “Distressed Acid Etched” finish.  Featuring black undertones with shiny streaks of copper between them,  it has a much more earthy and dark look than the Blue-Etched and Drip-Etched finishes.  Featuring a 10-ply maple shell in our popular 14″x7″ size, this Phattie snare sounds as good as it looks.  Black plated hardware, a Trick GS007 strainer, Puresound wires and solid-brass tube lugs make for a stunning package.  Check it out:

Distressed Copper Snare - 14"x7" Phattie

Distressed Copper Snare - 14"x7" Phattie

Distressed Copper Snare - 14"x7" Phattie

Categories Snares, Unique Builds

Nesting drum set with inlaid wood hoops

by Dennis
November 3rd, 2011

Nesting kits are great for the drummer on the move.  Easy to pack and port around, each nesting kit we build can be transported in a single case.  This Phattie nesting kit features a 10″x8″ rack tom, 14″x11″ nesting floor tom, 18″x20″ nesting bass drum and a matching 14″x5″ snare.  Each drum includes a soft case that slides smoothly inside the next drum.  10″ fits smoothly into the 14″ floor tom, and the floor tom and snare both fit cleanly inside the 18″ bass.  Beautiful inlaid wood hoops and a modern mahogany satin lacquer prove that nesting kits don’t have to be just utilitarian, they can be beautiful as well.  Check it out:

Nesting Drum Set - Wood Hoops

Nesting Drum Set - Wood Hoops

Categories Phattie Drums, Unique Builds

Phattie setup with silver leaf inlays over a deep purple burst…

by Dennis
October 31st, 2011

October has featured a number of beautiful kits, and I’m happy to send out the month on a very high note!  This unique set of Phattie Drums features a deep purple stain with a Kandy black burst topped in a high gloss lacquer.  Under the beautiful clear coat is a 1/4″ silver leaf inlay that compliments the chrome hardware perfectly.  The sizes include 10″x8″, 12″x9″, and 14″x10″ rack toms, 16″x14″ floor tom, 22″x18″ bass and a matching 14″x6.5″ snare.  Custom touches include chrome Pearl Optimounts, 1/4″ silver leaf inlay, diecast hoops on the snare and tear-drop style lugs all around.  Check it out:

Custom Drums - Purple Burst & Silver Leaf InlayCustom Drums - Purple Burst & Silver Leaf InlayCustom Bass Drums - Purple Burst & Silver Leaf InlayCustom Snare Drums - Purple Burst & Silver Leaf InlayCustom Snare Drums - Purple Burst & Silver Leaf Inlay

Categories Phattie Drums, Unique Builds

Black Label set with a Birds Eye Maple veneer and Paua Abalone inlay

by Dennis
October 27th, 2011

Today’s kit combines a beautiful birds eye maple veneer, deep golden amber stain, and a 1/2″ Paua Abalone inlay all buried under a high gloss lacquer.  The sizes include 10″x7″ and 12″x7″ rack toms, a 14″x12″ floor tom, and 20″X14″ bass drum.  Custom touches include DW brackets, a double tom holder mounted on the bass drum, and die cast hoops.  This one turned out to be quite a head turner, check it out:

Black Label Custom Drum Set - Paua Abalone InlayBlack Label Custom Drum Set - Paua Abalone InlayBlack Label Custom Drum Set - Paua Abalone Inlay

Categories Black Label Drums, Unique Builds
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