Now is the perfect time of the year
to let us assess your school percussion equipment in your own bandroom
and write an estimate for repairs and replacements free ofcharge. Our
repair rates are reasonable, we only use first quality replacement
parts and drum heads, and we have a quick turnaround. For large
district warehouse inventory, please call us for a quote at
510-612-5527 or email us.
Educators...
Need to update your percussion equipment? Ask us for our helpful
inventory check-off list of "must have" items. We'll email or
snail-mail a copy to your elementary, middle school, or senior high
school free for the asking.
Are you in the East Bay and need
sheet music? We distribute all of your favorite titles from your
favorite publishers and composers...at a sizable discount! Ask us about
free delivery for methods and music selections for concert band,
orchestra, marching band, jazz ensemble, and choir.
Make Timpani Tuning Easy!
We are now carrying the Timp-Tuner® from Protune. These electronic timpani tuners are amazing and are not confused by surrounding sound! Timp-Tuners truly respond to the note and NOT how much the head is being stretched (like standard mechanical tuning gauges) for absolute accuracy. We are also dealers for clear plexiglass drumshields and sound absorption panels from Clearsonic.
Snare and Tom "Batter" Head Change Our service includes lubrication of all lug casings, cleaning & lubrication of bearing edge, and tuning. We only use first quality drum heads.
Snare Side Head Change Our service includes lubrication of all lug casings, cleaning & lubrication of bearing edge, and tuning. The snare side head refers to the "underside" of the snare drum.
Snare Wire Replacement We replace the snare wires as well as new cords or ties. Tune and tension. We feature American-made Puresound snare wires, and wires from Pearl.
Practice Pad Head Changes Available in 6", 8" or 10" models. Replace and tune. Bass Drum Head Change Our service includes lubrication of all lug casings, cleaning & lubrication of bearing edge, and tuning.
Timpani Head Change Our service includes lubrication of all lugs, cleaning & lubrication of bearing edge, and tuning. No need to move your bulky equipment...we'll repair your kettles on site! We repack pedal tension mechanisms as well as remove dents on estimate.
Snare Strainer Replacement Detach snare wires, remove drum head, remove old strainer, install new strainer, re-attach snare wires, cord, and drum head. Retune drum. We have exact replacements for most manufacturers including: Ludwig, Pearl, Yamaha, Sonor, CB, Remo, and Tama.
Percussion Tip Of The Week
WHEN ACCEPTING PERFORMANCE engagements, make sure that you understand the dates, times, address of the venue, attire, and equipment needed. For many performances, there are different times for “call” (when to show up) and “downbeat” (when the performance starts). Don’t be afraid to ask if the position is one that is paying, and if so, how much. If asked to rehearse with a group for a performance, inquire if you will be paid for the rehearsal as well.
This feature changes weekly and covers topics concerning: concert playing, set drumming, hand percussion, and repairs & maintenance.
® 2008 Nasatir School of Percussion. 17872 Kingston Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546. All Rights Reserved
