On Tuesday, July 6th, DCP hosted its second high profile visitor in as many months. This time, Mr. Shinichi Usuda, owner of the Canopus Drum company in Japan stopped by to say hello. The purpose of Mr. Usuda’s visit was to announce that Shane and the Drum Center of Portsmouth are Canopus’ #1 dealer in the United States! Click to read more

Yamaha Electronics are now in stock!
We are proud to announce the introduction of Yamaha Electronic Drums to our product lineup. Yamaha has been a leader in Electronics for decades, and I have watched and worked closely with them enough to have the confidence to bring them in to DCP. The groundbreaking DTXplorer ($599) to the new DTX900/950 kits, cover every possible user and price point. I have been extensively trained in all aspects of E-drums and I am knowledgeable enough to make the right recommendations for your …

Sonor’s Phil Rudd Snare is Here!
Sonor has introduced a number Signature model products lately. First it was the Steve Smith kit, then came the Danny Carey Snare, and now, the AC/DC’s Phil Rudd has his very own snare drum. The recent history of Sonor’s Signature is interesting. The Steve Smith kit was a bit of a slow mover due to the high price, while the Danny Carey snare has proven to be a solid performer because of its relatively affordable price point. With the release of the Phil Rudd …

Hi – My name is Andy Gulbrandson. If Shane is the Yin of drum and percussion retail, then I am the Yang. I am happy to be working with Shane, helping him build the Drum Center of Portsmouth into the region’s hippest, friendliest and most happening destination for drummers and all things drum. You can reach me at andy[at]drumcenternh[dot]com. Click my ugly face or the big title above these words for more.