Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Drum Store in Nashville Since 1982
Established in 1982, Fork's Drum Closet has served as Nashville's premier destination for drummers and percussionists for over four decades. Our expertise spans sales, repairs, and education, with a team of professional drummers providing personalized guidance on instruments, parts, and setup. We offer an extensive inventory of new and used gear, including complete kits, cymbals, and accessories from top manufacturers.Our repair services address everything from minor fixes to major restoration, while our rental department caters to individuals and professional studios. With two dedicated locations for retail and percussion education, we combine technical knowledge with a passion for music to serve both local and national customers.
Services
Drum Sales
Instrument Repairs
Music Lessons
Equipment Rentals
Cymbal Modifications
Percussion Education
Bearing Edge Refinishing
Djembe Reheading
Parts Supply
Event Support
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized drum expertise
- Our team includes professional drummers for personalized advice
- We maintain a vast inventory of new and vintage parts
- We provide comprehensive repair services for all drum types
- We allow in-store instrument trials before purchase
Services
Drum Sales
We offer complete drum kits, cymbals, and accessories from leading brands like Tama, Mapex, and Pearl. Our inventory includes new professional-grade equipment and carefully maintained used instruments. Customers receive expert guidance to find gear matching their style and budget.
Instrument Repairs
Our technicians handle repairs ranging from broken hardware to drum head replacements. We fix cracked cymbals, stripped threads, and damaged snare mechanisms using quality parts. Vintage instruments receive specialized restoration while maintaining original character.
Music Lessons
Professional instructors provide lessons for all skill levels at our dedicated percussion hall. Curriculum covers technique development, rhythm training, and performance preparation. Students access practice spaces and equipment during lesson hours.
Equipment Rentals
We rent full acoustic kits, snare drums, and cymbal sets for events, recording sessions, or practice needs. Rental inventory includes professional models from major manufacturers. Reservations require advance notice to ensure equipment availability.
Cymbal Modifications
Our patented process removes cracks from cymbal edges while preserving sound quality. We install rivets and perform custom modifications to enhance tonal characteristics. This service extends the lifespan of damaged cymbals for continued performance use.
People
Alan Rice
Percussion Specialist
With 30+ years in drum corps and music education, Alan provides expert guidance on marching and concert percussion equipment. He specializes in DCI regulations and educational program development.
Ben Lupton
Educational Specialist
An international percussion educator, Ben offers expertise in marching tenors and multi-percussion applications. He develops curriculum for schools and coordinates educational events across Middle Tennessee.
Questions
What types of drum lessons do you offer?
We provide private and group lessons for all skill levels at our dedicated percussion hall. Instructors specialize in rock, jazz, and marching percussion techniques.
Do you rent equipment for special events?
Yes, our rental department offers full drum kits, cymbal sets, and percussion instruments for events, recording sessions, and temporary practice needs.
Can you repair vintage drum kits?
Our technicians specialize in restoring vintage instruments while maintaining original components. We source rare parts and use traditional refinishing techniques for classic gear.
Do you sell used drum equipment?
Yes, we offer inspected used gear including snare drums, hardware, and complete kits. All used items come with warranties and receive maintenance before resale.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and cash payments for in-store purchases. Payment options may vary for online orders and special orders.
Reviews (4)
David S. Delgado
Jun 19, 2022
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My first time in the store was to pick up a kick drum head. I'm a guitar player. Staff was welcoming, store was very organized. Lots of cool drums, cymbals and percussion instruments.
Jonathan Melena
Jun 12, 2022
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A beautiful shop with all the new and vintage gear you need and want. The staff is friendly and attentive, a must-go for any drummer.
Nolan Roberts
Mar 09, 2022
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Very rare you find a genuine music store like Fork's with salesman who are knowledgeable and friendly without being pushy. Fork's in an absolutely must stop shop for any drummer passing through Nashville. Found me exactly what I needed in my price range without stretching my budget
Caitlin Cardin
Feb 22, 2022
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Always great people here. Was helped out today for a simple missing piece from my ride cymbal that caused me so much trouble. It's an older stand, and I could not find the crucial piece needed. My next resort was a c-clamp or new stand. I don't remember the guys name that helped me but I hope you know who you are. THANK YOU!
