Mattoon Vintage and Custom Drums
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    • Snare Drums
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      • Functional Restoration of a 1940's Slingerland Radio King Snare Drum
      • Dunnett Geo Way 830 Throw Off Modifications
      • Bearing Edges
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Mattoon Drums and Percussion.
​Crafted by hand to respect your craft.
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Find your voice with a Mattoon Snare Drum.

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Mattoon Rosewood/Maple 6.5X14

Distinctive

Exotic veneers inside and out allow for distinctive colors and sounds.
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Mattoon Single Ply Sycamore 5X14

Innovative

Our unique single ply and three ply construction stands out amongst the rest, and you will, too.
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Mattoon Cast Brass 7.5X14

Powerful

Cast bronze and aluminum shells will cut through the mix, no matter the genre. 
Your snare drum is the signature voice of your set. Articulate, powerful, subtle; a professional snare will enable you to reach new levels of playing and feel proud doing so. Our snare drums are constructed by hand, one by one, to be as individual as you are. 

Shells: We offer a variety of shell constructions, each different and unique. 
  • Single ply shells, constructed with reinforcing rings and internal bracing, are light and resonant and project well with the character of exotic and domestic woods.
  • Three ply shells are focused and dry, and are individually bent and laminated in house from domestic and exotic hardwoods. 
  • 6-ply maple shells are modern and bright, and can be veneered inside and outside for subtle variations in resonance and tone.
  • Cast aluminum shells are heavy and bright, and cut through any mix without uncontrollable overtones.
  • Brass shells are vintage and warm, and can be custom engraved in the old tradition.
  • Cast bronze shells are loud and sensitive, and speak with authority no matter the setting.
Lugs: All of our lugs are machined from solid brass in house. They can be finished bright or brushed.
Hoops: Snare drums can be appointed with wood hoops, diecast rims, cast bronze rims, triple flanged rims, or S-Hoops for a tonal blend of the two. 
Throw-off's: We outfit each snare with a Trick 3-position throw-off for durability, easy of use and functionality.
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While we do offer pre-built instruments in our Online Store, we believe you should be involved in the design process from start to finish. Contact us today with your needs and together let's discuss what we can do for you. 
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Contact Mattoon Drums here! 
  • Custom Drums
    • Snare Drums
    • Drum Sets
    • Percussion / Accessories
    • Audio Demos
  • Vintage Drums
    • For Sale
    • Gallery
    • Wanted
  • Restoration Services
    • The Blog >
      • Functional Restoration of a 1940's Slingerland Radio King Snare Drum
      • Dunnett Geo Way 830 Throw Off Modifications
      • Bearing Edges
  • Online Store
  • Lessons
  • Contact Chris Now!
  • About Chris Mattoon