Dave's Drum Shop takes used gear on consignment or trade in toward anything in the store or we can purchase for cash.
We have extensive knowledge of vintage gear and are always looking to buy or consign your classic drums and cymbals. Some of the items we are always looking for are Ludwig, Slingerland, Rogers, Gretsch, Premier, Trixon, Sonor drums from the 1900s! Literature like catalogues and promotional photos. Old Zildjian cymbals and so on
Contact us if you have something to sell and we would be happy to offer our advice
African
Used Traditional African Hand-Carved Djembe 13" x 24" New Goatskin Head
$289.99
A beautiful full-size traditional African-style djembe featuring a hand-carved wooden shell, decorative carved base and a newly installed natural goatskin drumhead. Standing approximately 24" tall with a 13" playing surface, this substantial djembe features traditional rope tensioning, colourful woven detailing around the rim and an attractive n...
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Sabian
Used Sabian 13 inch HH Bright Hi Hats Pair
$229.98
These cymbals feature the classic Sabian HH graphics and traditional finish, with attractive natural patina reflecting their age and use. Condition: Used, with visible surface wear, patina and fading original graphics. No obvious major edge damage, cracks or keyhole. Size: 13" PairSeries: Sabian HH Hand HammeredModel: Bright Hi-HatsFinish: Tradi...
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Zildjian
Used Zildjian 16 inch K Dark Crash Medium Thin
$179.00
A classic Zildjian K Dark Crash Medium Thin, delivering the warm, dark and expressive sound that has made the K Series a favourite among drummers for decades. Condition: Used, with normal playing marks, surface discolouration and cosmetic wear. No obvious cracks, edge damage or keyhole. Size: 16"Series: Zildjian K DarkWeight: Medium ThinFinish...
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Sabian
Used Sabian 24 inch AA Apollo Ride
$399.98
An impressive 24" Sabian AA Apollo Ride featuring a large playing surface, distinctly dry tonal character and dark, earthy appearance. The Apollo series combines traditional cymbal-making techniques with specialized surface treatments to produce an unusually dry, complex and controlled sound. Despite its substantial 24" diameter, the Apollo Ride...
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LUDWIG
Vintage 1965 Ludwig Pioneer 5" x 14" Snare Drum – Silver Sparkle
$549.99
Vintage 1965 Ludwig Pioneer 5" x 14" Snare Drum – Silver Sparkle A beautiful example of a mid-1960s Ludwig Pioneer snare drum, finished in classic Silver Sparkle and featuring its complete original nickel-plated hardware. Manufactured in Chicago, this drum features an exceptionally clear August 1, 1965 factory date stamp inside its original whit...
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Tama
Used Tama Iron Cobra 900 Power Glide Single Bass Drum Pedal – Early Generation
$159.99
A classic early-generation Tama Iron Cobra 900 Power Glide single bass drum pedal, featuring the rugged construction and responsive action that helped establish the Iron Cobra as one of Tama's most popular professional pedal designs. This older model features Tama's offset Power Glide cam, designed to accelerate the beater toward the drumhead fo...
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Mel Bay
Funk Drumming, by Jim Payne (Used)
$15.00
Funk Drumming, by Jim Payne (Used) Previously owned but in excellent condition, includes CD Modern funk drumming explained! Rock, Latin, Samba, and Blues rhythms have evolved and melded into what is known today as funk drumming. This book is designed for teachers and intermediate to advanced drum students. A basic knowledge of quarter note and e...
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Alfred
A Funky Thesaurus for the Rock Drummer: Features Afro-Cuban Rhythms and Odd-Meter Rock Beats, by Charles Dowd (Used)
$10.00
A Funky Thesaurus for the Rock Drummer: Features Afro-Cuban Rhythms and Odd-Meter Rock Beats, by Charles Dowd (Used) Previously owned but in excellent condition Keeping time is the most important function of any drummer. This book covers the playing of odd time signatures which is becoming increasingly important for the drumset player. This boo...
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Alfred
A Funky Primer for the Rock Drummer, by Charles Dowd (Used)
$10.00
A Funky Primer for the Rock Drummer, by Charles Dowd (Used) Previously owned but in excellent condition This best-selling, progressive encyclopedia of rock/funk patterns for all tempos utilizes a new contemporary teaching style for independence, rudiments, styles and more. 46 pages.
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Mel Bay
The Drum Set Smart Book, by Steve Fidyk (Used)
$12.00
The Drum Set Smart Book, by Steve Fidyk (Used) Previously owned, excellent condition Full of essential tips and exercises to improve a drummer's most important techniques, The Drumset SMART (Style-Mechanics-Applications-Routines-Tips) book is a text with easy to understand terminology. Steve explains the mechanics and musical aspects of drumming...
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SABIAN
Sabian 21" AAX Raw Bell Dry Ride Cymbal - Used
$349.99
Professional 21-inch AAX Raw Bell Dry Ride. Clear stick definition, controlled wash and strong raw bell. Good used condition with normal cosmetic wear; no cracks, keyholing or other damage.
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Alfred
The Commandments of R&B Drumming, by Zoro, w/ Russ Miller (Used)
$25.00
The Commandments of R&B Drumming, by Zoro, w/ Russ Miller (Used) Previously owned, excellent condition, CD included The Commandments of R&B Drumming is a historical and in-depth study of R&B drumming, from soul to funk to hip-hop, written by world-renowned session & live drummer Zoro (Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Sean Lennon). T...
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Dream
Used Dream 20" Bliss Crash/Ride
$237.95
Used Dream Cymbals 20-inch Bliss Crash/Ride. Thin, warm and expressive cymbal suited to both washy ride patterns and full crashes. Visible patina, fingerprints and playing marks. \
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Toca
Used Toca Pro Fiberglass Shekere – Black/Green
$89.95
A distinctive professional-quality shekere from Toca Percussion, featuring a durable gloss black fiberglass body and hand-strung black and bright green beads. Inspired by traditional West African gourd percussion instruments, the shekere produces a rich combination of rattling, shaking and percussive tones. The large hollow body provides a reson...
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Dream
Used Dream 24" Bliss Small Bell Flat Ride
$379.95
Excellent, nearly new Dream 24-inch Bliss Small Bell Flat Ride with three aftermarket rivets installed. Very little use.
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Dream
Used Dream 24" Dark Matter Bliss Ride
$399.95
Excellent used Dream 24-inch Dark Matter Bliss Ride. Three aftermarket rivet holes; no damage and very little wear.
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DW
Used DW 5000 Single Bass Drum Pedal
$210.00
Pre-owned DW 5000 single bass drum pedal with double-chain drive and red baseplate. Shows cosmetic scuffs and wear consistent with use.
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Trick
Used Trick Pro 1-V Single Bass Drum Pedal
$349.95
Pre-owned Trick Pro 1-V direct-drive single bass drum pedal. Machined aluminum construction, compression-spring adjustment and felt beater. Light scratches and cosmetic wear; non factory beater.
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Zildjian
Used Zildjian 20" A Custom Medium Ride Cymbal
$349.99
Used Zildjian 20" A Custom Medium Ride Cymbal The Zildjian 20" A Custom Medium Ride delivers the brilliant, modern sound that has made the A Custom series a favourite among drummers for decades. Combining excellent stick definition, a smooth musical wash and a clear, cutting bell, this versatile ride is equally comfortable in rock, pop, funk, fu...
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Mel Bay
Mel Bay's Stage Band Drummers' Guide (Used)
$10.00
Mel Bay's Stage Band Drummers' Guide (Used) by John Pickering A guide to reading contemporary drum charts Previously owned, good condition but does have some wear and tear and discoloration on back cover
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Alfred
Drummer Wanted: A Reference Guide to Prepare Drummers for Real-World Gigs: Drumset Book & CD (Used)
$10.00
Drummer Wanted: A Reference Guide to Prepare Drummers for Real-World Gigs: Drumset Book & CD (Used) By Daniel Mullowney Previously owned, good condition but does have some highlighting ; CD included Achieve versatility. Become more marketable. Get real-world gigs. Drummer Wanted is a styles book and play-along that provides intermediate to...
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Alfred
Drummers Guide to Big Band, by Garey Williams (Used)
$10.00
Drummers Guide to Big Band, by Garey Williams (Used) Previously owned, good condition but some highlighting; Includes disc A book/Audio package written by Garey Williams to help drummers understand how to interpret and play big band charts. Included are discussions, audio and video demonstrations on: Chart reading checklist: style, road map, in...
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Not specified
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing Drums, 2nd edition (Used)
$10.00
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing Drums, 2nd edition (Used) Previously owned, good condition (bottom corner dog-eared) This book covers everything the aspiring drummer needs to know-from an overview of drums and percussion history and theory; to information on purchasing, tuning, and maintaining drums; to basic music notation, rhythm, and ti...
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Yamaha
Used Yamaha PHX Phoenix 20/12/14 Matte Black Excellent Condition
$5,999.99
Used Yamaha PHX Phoenix 20/12/14 Matte Black Excellent Condition A stunning example of Yamaha’s flagship PHX / Phoenix series, handmade in Japan and finished in understated Matte Black with chrome hardware. Configuration 20" bass drum 12" rack tom 14" floor tom Yamaha Y.E.S.S. II tom mounting system Matte Black finish Chrome hardware Made in ...
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Sabian
Used Sabian 22″ AAX Metal Ride
$229.95
Used Sabian 22″ AAX Metal Ride Built for clear articulation in loud music, the Sabian 22″ AAX Metal Ride delivers a strong, bright ping and a powerful, cutting bell. Its heavy construction keeps sticking defined, making it a natural fit for hard rock and metal. Second-hand condition with fingerprints, surface wear and visible tape residue around...
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Slingerland
Used Slingerland Radio King Artist 5x14 Snare Drum – Black & Gold Lacquer
$779.99
Used Slingerland Radio King Artist 5x14 Snare Drum Black & Gold Lacquer A beautiful modern take on one of Slingerland’s most iconic snare drum designs. This USA-made Radio King Artist features a 3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with maple reinforcement rings, delivering a warm, full-bodied tone with excellent sensitivity and a crisp, ar...
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Leedy
Leedy Multi-Model 5x14 Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum
$849.99
Leedy Multi-Model 5x14 Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum Outstanding early Leedy Multi-Model snare dating from approximately 1923–1925. Built during Leedy's Indianapolis period, this 5x14" snare features a nickel-plated brass shell with double reinforcing beads, nickel-over-brass hoops, early self-aligning Leedy lugs and the distinctive period Multi...
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Zildjian
2003 Zildjian K 20" Heavy Ride 2803g Discontinued
$449.99
2003 Zildjian K 20" Heavy Ride 2803g Discontinued Discontinued USA made Zildjian K Heavy Ride dating to 2003. At 2803 grams, this one has the strong stick definition and controlled wash these heavier K rides are known for, while still retaining the darker, more complex character of the K series. Strong bell, clear ping and plenty of projecti...
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Dream
Dream Contact 24" Ride Used 3359gr
$349.99
Dream Contact 24" Ride Used 3359gr Large, hand-hammered B20 bronze ride from Dream’s Contact Series. The Contact line generally has a little more weight, definition and projection than the softer Bliss models, while retaining the dark, complex character Dream is known for. This 24" has a broad hammered surface, traditional lathing and a substant...
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ZILDJIAN
Zildjian 18" K Paper Thin Crash in excellent used condition
$499.95
Zildjian 18" K Paper Thin Crash in excellent used condition Super thin, dark and incredibly responsive. This one opens up with very little effort, giving you a big, warm crash with plenty of shimmer and a quick decay. The paper-thin weight also gives it a soft, buttery feel under the stick that works especially well at lower and medium volumes....
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Paiste
Paiste 19" Signature Dark Energy Crash Mark I excellent to near-mint
$699.99
Paiste 19" Signature Dark Energy Crash Mark I excellent to near-mint Dark, warm and complex with a fast response and a rich, slightly trashy character. The 19" size gives it plenty of body and sustain without getting overly bright or harsh, making it a great choice for studio work, jazz, rock, funk and more. A beautiful professional-level crash...
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Sabian
Sabian 23" HH Billy Cobham Limited Edition Spectral Ride #011 of only 250 made
$699.95
Sabian 23" HH Billy Cobham Limited Edition Spectral Ride #011 of only 250 made Developed with legendary drummer Billy Cobham, the Spectral Ride is a big, dark and powerful hand-hammered ride with excellent stick definition, a strong cutting bell and enough give at the edge to open up as a crash. At 23" and medium-heavy in weight, it has plenty ...
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Meinl
Meinl 14" Byzance Thin Hi Hats 877/1242gr (USED)
$599.00
Meinl 14" Byzance Thin Hi Hats 877/1242gr (USED) Hand-hammered in Turkey from B20 bronze, these Byzance Thin Hi-Hats deliver a warm, dark and responsive sound. The lightweight 877g top produces a soft, expressive feel, while the 1242g bottom adds definition and a crisp foot “chick.” Rich and slightly trashy when played open, with excellent sensi...
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Zildjian
Vintage Early-1950s Avedis Zildjian 18" Transition Stamp Crash – 1371g
$399.99
Vintage Early-1950s Avedis Zildjian 18" Transition Stamp Crash – 1371g Beautiful lightweight Avedis Zildjian 18" crash dating from approximately 1952–53. Its 1⅛" Type IV Transition Stamp. At only 1371 grams, it produces a quick, responsive crash with a warm, dark spread and plenty of classic vintage character. It shows extensive natural patina, ...
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Mapex
Used Mapex Armory H800 Hi-Hat Stand
$129.95
Used Mapex Armory H800 Hi-Hat Stand Heavy-duty, professional-quality Mapex hi-hat stand with a smooth direct-pull chain drive and adjustable spring tension. Its double-braced swivelling tripod provides excellent stability while allowing room for a double bass drum pedal. Features adjustable height, rubber feet, solid footboard and quick-release ...
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Meinl
Meinl 22" Byzance Jazz Big Apple Ride – 2317g (USED)
$549.99
Meinl 22" Byzance Jazz Big Apple Ride – 2317g (USED) A beautiful hand-hammered Turkish B20 bronze ride from Meinl’s Byzance Jazz Series. The Big Apple Ride combines a thin weight, small bell and broad bow for a dark, low-pitched sound with a sweet, pearly stick response and a wide, smoky wash. At 2317 grams, this example is especially lively and...
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