Drum Restoration & Repair - TRS Custom Drums

Vintage Drum Restoration

Your One-Stop Shop for Drum Repair, Restoration, and Customization

Drum Revival and more!

As Canada’s go-to drum crafting experts since 1985, we offer specialized services for leading brands like Gretsch, Yamaha, Pearl, Sonor, and Ludwig, but our passion extends to all vintage and modern drums. We bring vintage drums back to life with expert restoration, refinishing, and repairs, ensuring your kit retains its original charm and delivers incredible sound.

Whether it’s a custom upgrade, routine maintenance, or a complete restoration, we ensure your drums are always stage and studio-ready. Beyond repairs, we’re also avid collectors with a vast inventory of vintage and collectable snares, kits, and parts.

With extensive knowledge of drum history, woods, and edges, we’re the specialists who can help you find the perfect vintage drums or restore your cherished kit or snare to its former glory.

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Services:

Cracked hoops? Missing hardware? Need a new wrap or an appraisal? We handle all your drum repair and restoration needs, plus expert valuations for vintage and unique drums.

Complete Restorations: Bringing your drums back to their former glory.
Repairs & Upgrades: Hoop repairs, hardware, wraps, and more.
Bearing Edges: Expertly cut, leveled, and trued.
Wood Refinishing: Period-correct finishes for vintage drums.
Metalwork: Cleaning, plating, polishing, and more.
Custom Parts: Sourcing hard-to-find parts.
Museum-Quality Preservation: Expert care for your prized drums.
…and more!

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"TRS CUSTOM DRUMS is where I go for all my drum repairs. Seppo has been repairing and building his own brand of drums for many many many years. Great attitude fantastic service and great workmanship!"

Gene C.

"My son has owned quite a few drums, specially vintage drums, he has owned; Gretsch, Ludwig, Sonor, Pearl and Tamas....then we met Seppo, He introduced us to the TRS line; We were impressed with the workmanship and quality of the drums, but foremost THE SOUND, what a great SOUND, and because of this impressive sound, today; my son owns three 3 drumsets and quite a few snares. We are so happy with TRS DRUMS, that we have suggested them to other drummers; AND...., in addition to mention that TRS DRUMS ARE GREAT DRUMS with a GREAT SOUND for GREAT DRUMMERS, these babies are MADE IN CANADA. THANKS SEPPO, and as we always say " Thanks Maestro for such a great Product ""

Erik B.

"The Arts Music Store in Newmarket directed me to TRS when one of my son's Tom-Toms needed two lugs repaired. Seppo was very helpful and did the repair within a day. He replaced the top skin as it was not sealing properly. He also took the time to show me around his facility. Very pleased all round and definitely recommend Seppo and TRS."

Terry A.

"TRS Custom Drums is my go-to for all things percussive. Owner Seppo Salminen is a master drum builder with decades of experience and know-how. His shop is stocked with parts, accessories, and, of course, a bevy of high-end drums and percussion. I can't say enough good things about every one of my interactions with Seppo and TRS Custom Drums over the past 30+ years."

Alexander ‘Sascha’ T.

Let's talk shop!

We know revamping or getting new drums is a big deal, and you probably have some questions. That's why we're here!

Our team is passionate about drums (just like you!), and we're ready to help you find the perfect kit or snare drum. Whether you prefer to chat online, talk on the phone, or even visit us in person at our facility, we're happy to answer all your questions and guide you through the process.

Get in touch today, and let's build your dream drums together!

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