Yamaha - Music For All - Used Percussion Still Available

Monday, August 30, 2010 by Tim Gee
If you're looking for some used concert and marching percussion equipment, we still have plenty of options for you.  Check out our list of demo/used concert and marching percussion equipment that was used at the 2010 Music For All Concert Band Festival.

Some of the key items that are still available are sets of 4 new timpani priced as used timpani.  The model is the Yamaha TP6204ACL.

We also have few of the Yamaha Grand Symphonic model concert snare drums, as well as Berlin Symphonic models.  The exact model numbers are: BSM1450SWC, GSM1450SWC, GSM1465SWC.  Again, these drums were used for just one weekend, but they are priced as used concert snare drums.

There are lots of other great deal as well.  Check out the list and please let us know if you have any questions.

Pearl Bass Drum Carriers - Priced as used.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 by Tim Gee
We just finished up reorganizing our warehouse and came across some items that we need to clearance out.  Namely, some brand new Pearl Bass drum carriers.  They are specifically the Pearl RM-MVTHMB Contour Monoposto bass drum carriers.

They have a retail price of $455.00.  We have them on clearance at $149.00 each.

In this economy buying marching percussion instruments and gear at used percussion prices is a good thing.

We found more items as well.  Keep watching the blog and the website for more updates to come this week.

Thanks for reading and happy drumming!



Some Wise Advice From Our Friends at Vic Firth

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 by Derek Felix
We get a lot of questions at Chops Percussion regarding hearing and hearing protection.  I came across this article from the Vic Firth website today and felt like this was something we need to share with all our friends in the drum world.  Whether you're involved with marching percussion, concert percussion; drum set; or world percussion; you need to reevaluate how you are personally protecting your hearing.  Please take a few minutes to read this article and if you need to make changes to how you protect your ears... don't wait!!!!

http://www.vicfirth.com/exchange/2010/03/02/protecting-your-most-valuable-instrument/

Be sure to cruise the Vic Firth website once you're done with the article!

Thanks for reading and have a great week!

Used Concert and marching percussion equipment still available.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 by Tim Gee
If you're looking for some used concert and marching percussion equipment, we still have plenty of options for you.

The Yamaha Music For All percussion equipment still has a great selection of demo/used concert percussion instruments on the list.

If it's used marching drums and marching percussion equipment you're looking for, you should check out the Pear/Adams equipment page by licking here.  This equipment will be used for Eastside Fury for about 3 months.  It will be available for purchase just after WGI in April.

It's first come, first served on both of these used percussion lists.  Reserve your selections by emailing us or by phone at 1.877.900.DRUM.

Happy Drumming!

Virgil Donati Clinic at Chops Percussion

Wednesday, February 3, 2010 by Derek Felix

We're very excited to announce that Virgil Donati will be making a clinic stop at Chops Percussion on Tuesday, March 9th! 

The city of Indianapolis doesn't get to see drummers like this very often, so make sure you clear your calendar and spend the evening with us!  We're sure that Virgil will be talking about his new book, "Double Bass Drum Freedom" and displaying the skills that have made him one of the world's most in-demand clinicians.  Many thanks to Mark Terek at Pearl for making this happen. 

Be sure to check out www.chopspercussion.com/virgildonati for more details and let us know if you plan on attending the clinic.  We're certain this is one you don't want to miss!!!

*please note that an official start time has not been set as of 2-3-10.  Clinic time and artist availability are subject to change.

UPDATE:  Clinic Starts at 7pm.  Doors will open around 6:30pm.

Used Marching Drums and Used Concert Percussion from Dynasty

Thursday, January 28, 2010 by Tim Gee
We just added another list of Dynasty used marching drums and marching percussion instruments to our website.  The list also includes some concert percussion instruments as well.

Currently we don't have any photos of this equipment.  We're working with Dynasty and hope to have those posted soon.  If you have any questions, please give us a call at 1.877.900 DRUM.

Go here to view the list.

Used Marching Drums: Pearl/Eastside Fury 2010

Monday, January 25, 2010 by Tim Gee
Eastside Fury Indoor Percussion will be selling their 2010 Pearl drums through Chops Percussion again this year. The drums will be available in late April after they have been used for just a few months!  Eastside Fury is an Independent World Class marching percussion ensemble from eastern Michigan, currently in their 10th season of competition.  Chops Percussion teamed up with Pearl Drums to acquire the slightly used marching instruments. Although they were only used for a few months, and mostly just on weekends, the equipment will be greatly discounted off normal prices.  If you're looking for some great used marching percussion instruments, you can view the list here.

If you're looking for used concert instruments, you should check out the Yamaha Music For All Percussion sale list here.

Happy drumming!

2010 Music For All Yamaha Percussion Sale

Monday, January 25, 2010 by Tim Gee

2010 Music For All Yamaha Percussion SaleEvery year we get  a list of Yamaha used concert percussion equipment that will be used at the Music For All (BOA) National Festival from March 4-6. We're getting these demo instruments from Yamaha for an extra discount that you can take advantage of. These prices are below normal school bid prices for new instruments.

The items listed are more like demo models, rather than used percussion instruments.  They will only be used for 3 days, and then packed back up in the original boxes.

As a bonus, there's a free shipping offer as well.  If you purchase any of these items before the festival ends (March 6, 2010), you'll get free shipping to anywhere in the continental United States!  That's a huge savings, especially on the larger instruments.

You can find the list on our website: https://www.chopspercussion.com/run?id=8&opid=712&_tid=357

Keep your eyes posted on this blog for a future announcement of used marching percussion instruments and equipment.
 

It's That Time of Year Again!

Thursday, May 28, 2009 by Derek Felix
Hello to you all!

Marching band season is here!  Now that schools are wrapping up classes for the summer; bands will start hitting the practice fields and parking lots all over the country.  This also means that it's time to start thinking about your accessory needs for your upcoming summer schedule - and that's where Chops Percussion can help you out!

From drum sticks to drum heads and everything between; Chops has you covered.   We stock and sell products from Evans, Remo, Vic Firth, Innovative Percussion, Pro-Mark, Mike Balter, Sabian, Zildjian, and many others.  We can also order parts from the instrument manufacturers if you need to fix up your existing gear.  If you need anything at all for your marching percussion program; just give us a call!

Finally; we do still have some used concert percussion items remaining from the 2009 Music for All festival.  Check out www.chopspercussion.com and click on the Yamaha picture at the top of the page.  You will find the most current list of available instruments there.  Even though these are being called "used percussion" instruments; they were only played for two days.  Therefore, you are getting brand new gear at used gear prices!  Call or e-mail us to take advantage of these special deals before they're gone!  If you're in the market for used drums, then check out the Pearl equipment from Eastside Fury that we currently have in stock.  You can find the list of that gear on the Chops homepage too!  These drums were only used for one month so they are in great shape.  Dynasty also has used lines available at great prices so give us a call if you would like any info on what they currently have.

As always, thanks for reading.  I hope you are as excited about the upcoming marching season as we are!  Take care and have a great summer!

Used Marching Drums: Pearl/Eastside Fury

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 by Jeff Huffman

The Indoor Percussion season has come to an end and soon we'll have some great used marching drums in stock.  The instruments were used by Eastside Fury, an Independent World Class marching percussion ensemble from eastern Michigan, currently in their 10th season of competition.  Chops Percussion teamed up with Pearl Drums to acquire the slightly used marching instruments.

Although they were only used for about a month, and mostly just on weekends, the equipment will be greatly discounted off normal prices.  If you're looking for some great used marching percussion instruments, please visit www.chopspercussion.com and follow the links to Pearl Used Marching Drums.

Happy drumming!

The Drummers of Indianapolis - A Preview

Thursday, January 29, 2009 by Derek Felix

Hello, everyone.  This blog will not be like most that you have seen from us.  There will be nothing about marching percussion, used drums, or used percussion in this blog.  What a lot of you may not realize is we are more than just a store that sells marching percussion instruments - we cover it all.  We have a great showroom that's located on 65th St, between Binford Blvd. and Allisonville Rd. on Indy's north side.  If you haven't had a chance to come check out our selection of cymbals, drum sets, and percussion accessories; then you should make it a point to come to Chops sometime in the near future.

You may have noticed my blog title; "The Drummers of Indianapolis - A Preview."  There are a lot of great drummers in the Indianapolis area and I am going to use this blog as a way of introducing them to you - our blog readers.  I will be going out to concerts, clubs, and anywhere else I can find a drummer to feature for you.  This will also be a great way to find out who's using what gear, and why they use it.  Not all of us have the money to experiment endlessly with different head combinations, stick selection, or cymbal but the insight from these drummers may help you make your next purchasing decision - just make sure that next purchase is at Chops!

If you know of a drummer in the area that should be featured - just let me know.  All will be considered.  Thanks for reading and have a great day!

The Music For All/Bands of America Concert Percussion List

Friday, January 16, 2009 by Tim Gee

Music For All National FestivalEvery year we get a list of concert percussion instruments that will be used at the Music For All National Festival.  Yamaha discounts these instruments to us and we pass along the savings to you.  This is a great way to get slightly used concert and marching percussion instruments and stands for less than school bid pricing.

Some of the keyboard instruments have been put on Multi-frames, so they'll make great marching percussion instruments as well.

The list will go out to about 400 schools and be posted on our website this Monday, January 19th.  Because you are one of the readers of this blog, you can get a sneak peek at that list right now.

These items are on a first-come, first-served basis.  If you see something you want, call Chops Percussion right away at 1.877.900.3786.

Enjoy and thanks for reading.

Used and Demo Percussion List Updated

Monday, December 8, 2008 by Tim Gee
Hey Everyone...just a quick note to say that we just recently updated our list of used concert percussion, marching percussion, as well as a great deal on a Yamaha Oak Custom drum set.  Not all items are used.  Some are new and some are demo items.
The list includes some used marching drums from year's past as well as some microphones for various marching percussion instruments in your pit.

The list is getting shorter all the time.  Make sure you visit this page soon!

Are you Indy's Fastest Drummer

Monday, December 1, 2008 by Tim Gee
Indy's Fastest DrummerFor the holidays we thought we'd have a fun contest here at the store to see if we can find Indy's Fastest Drummer.  Whether you're into marching percussion, concert percussion, or drum set, we'd love to see you come to the store and show us your Chops.  Here's how the contest works:
Come to Chops Percussion anytime during the contest dates (now through 12/23/08) and see how many single strokes you can play in 30 seconds.  If you're the fastest, you can win a FREE Chad Smith Signature snare drum from Pearl Drums.  Enter as many times as you'd like.  One entry per day.  There is no cost to participate.

This is actually part of an ongoing contest around the country called World's Fastest Drummer.  You can check them out here.

We'll announce the winner on 12/23/08 at 6:00pm.  Stop by and visit us while you're out doing your Christmas shopping!

Used Yamaha Oak Custom Drums

Wednesday, October 15, 2008 by Tim Gee
Used Drums - Yamaha Oak CustomsWe've got a used drum set in stock that we can't believe is still sitting here.

It's a 5-piece Yamaha Oak Custom that was used by I2 Percussion for one indoor marching season in 2006-2007.

The oak shells create a unique sound that is sharp and aggressive. That's why you've seen this kit being advertised with a lot of "heavy hitters" in Modern Drummer and other magazines. They can take the pounding and deliver a huge, powerful sound.

I2 upgraded the heads with Evans all around. Hydraulics on the toms, G1 Coated on the snare and an E-MAD on the bass batter side.

The package price includes several pieces of the famous Yamaha hardware: see the list below for full details.

Drum Sizes: 22" Bass; 10",12", 14" Mounted Toms; 14x5.5" Snare

Components N2T58UA Complete Outfit:
  • NBD-822UA
  • NTT-810UA
  • NTT-812UA
  • NTT-814A
  • NSD-085A
  • TH-945
  • CL-945
  • CSAT-924
  • SS-840
  • HS-840
  • CS-840
  • CS-845
  • FP-8210
* Cymbals not included

Price: $1399.00.

If you're interested in this kit or other used drums or percussion, please email Chops Percussion at chops[at]chopspercussion[dot]com.  Or visit our website at www.chopspercussion.com.
UPDATE:  This drum set recently sold.  Thanks very much for reading this post.