British Drum Co
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About British Drum Co.
SEPTEMBER 2015: Award-winning master drum-maker Keith Keough, whose reputation stands industry-wide as one of the most exciting drum-makers in the world, teams up with: Ian Matthews, five-time no.1 album drummer with Kasabian; Al Murray, the award-winning comedian and well-known drumming obsessive; Stu Warmington, top-level military marching drummer and co-founder of The Highwaymen Drum Corps; Alan Kitching, product designer for many well-known global brands, to form the British Drum Co, one of the most exciting drum companies in the world.
The British Drum Company adheres to the proudest traditions of British drum manufacturing, using only British-made shells, employing striking design and committing to constant innovation.
From Singapore Drum Shop's perspective,
British Drum Company was founded by a team of UK craftsmen from Premier. If you recall the UK Made Premier Drums, they are essentially British Drum Co products. The difference is, these drums are made to the highest possible level with better quality materials and finishes. Very collectable and playable.
SEPTEMBER 2015: Award-winning master drum-maker Keith Keough, whose reputation stands industry-wide as one of the most exciting drum-makers in the world, teams up with: Ian Matthews, five-time no.1 album drummer with Kasabian; Al Murray, the award-winning comedian and well-known drumming obsessive; Stu Warmington, top-level military marching drummer and co-founder of The Highwaymen Drum Corps; Alan Kitching, product designer for many well-known global brands, to form the British Drum Co, one of the most exciting drum companies in the world.
The British Drum Company adheres to the proudest traditions of British drum manufacturing, using only British-made shells, employing striking design and committing to constant innovation.
From Singapore Drum Shop's perspective,
British Drum Company was founded by a team of UK craftsmen from Premier. If you recall the UK Made Premier Drums, they are essentially British Drum Co products. The difference is, these drums are made to the highest possible level with better quality materials and finishes. Very collectable and playable.
Lounge Drum Kit
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The combination of this perfectly blended mahogany and birch shell gives life to a vibrant, full-bodied tone which is aided by our rounded-over 30-degree bearing edge. The kit is then beautifully finished with BDC's trademark mahogany and birch bass drum hoops, which are produced from the same mahogany and birch as both the Lounge and Legend Series drums.
Hand-made in our Cheshire workshop by our team of skilled craftsmen.
We have sold out of our last few sets of Lounge Drums in the older lug design with unique one-off veneers. Please contact us for orders!
Hand-made in our Cheshire workshop by our team of skilled craftsmen.
We have sold out of our last few sets of Lounge Drums in the older lug design with unique one-off veneers. Please contact us for orders!
Lounge Snare Drums
Lounge Series drums are formulated from a combination of 9 ply Mahogany and Scandinavian Birch which have been cross-laminated and cold-press moulded into a shell only 5.5mm thick. This results in super-strong, super-thin shells that produces a warm and complex tone. Like the Legend Series, these are precision hand-crafted drums and are incredibly versatile. The addition of Mahogany and 30-degree rounded-over bearing edges add a tremendous darker warmth and projection synonymous with the best vintage kits. These drums share the same wide tuning range to suit any musical situation, producing low fat tones when tuned down and a brighter warmth when tuned up.
BDC Lounge 14x5.5 Wiltshire White Snare Drum (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 810.00
SGD 599.00
14 x 5.5″ Lounge snare drum, mahogany and birch 5.5 mm blended shell, Wiltshire White finish
Lounge Series drums are formulated from a combination of 9 ply Mahogany and Scandinavian Birch which has been cross laminated and cold-press molded into a shell only 5.5mm thick. This results in super-strong, super-thin shells that produces a warm and complex tone. Like the Legend Series, these are precision hand-crafted drums and are incredibly versatile. The addition of Mahogany and 30 degree round-over bearing edges add a tremendous darker warmth and projection synonymous with the best vintage kits. These drums share the same wide tuning range to suit any musical situation producing low fat tones when tuned down and a brighter warmth when tuned up.
BDC Lounge 14x6.5 Kensington Crown Snare Drum (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 810.00
SGD 599.00
14 x 6.5″ Lounge snare drum, mahogany and birch 5.5 mm blended shell, Kensington Crown finish
Lounge Series drums are formulated from a combination of 9 ply Mahogany and Scandinavian Birch which has been cross laminated and cold-press molded into a shell only 5.5mm thick. This results in super-strong, super-thin shells that produces a warm and complex tone. Like the Legend Series, these are precision hand-crafted drums and are incredibly versatile. The addition of Mahogany and 30 degree round-over bearing edges add a tremendous darker warmth and projection synonymous with the best vintage kits. These drums share the same wide tuning range to suit any musical situation producing low fat tones when tuned down and a brighter warmth when tuned up.
Legend Drum Kit
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Legend is the British Drum Co's flagship drum set and is the ultimate offering for any drummer.
A culmination of tried and tested traditional methods of shell moulding have resulted in a cold pressed birch shell with their unique "Finish-Matching" reinforcement rings, an attention to detail that's become expected of the British Drum Co.
Hand-cut 45-degree bearing edges polished to a smooth lustre ensures the Legend kit will adapt to any musical situation.
A culmination of tried and tested traditional methods of shell moulding have resulted in a cold pressed birch shell with their unique "Finish-Matching" reinforcement rings, an attention to detail that's become expected of the British Drum Co.
Hand-cut 45-degree bearing edges polished to a smooth lustre ensures the Legend kit will adapt to any musical situation.
BDC Legend 14x6.5 Buckingham Scarlett Snare Drum (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 904.00
SGD 650.00
The Legend Series is constructed from 10 ply 100% Scandinavian Birch, cross laminated and cold-press moulded into a shell only 6mm thick. Adding 2-ply reinforcement rings and precision-cut 45 degree bearing edges results in super-strong, thin shells that promote naturally lower fundamental tones with immediate attack and deep controlled sustain.
- 14x6.5
- Scandinavian Birch 10 ply 6mm Shells with 2 Ply Reinforcement Rings
- Reinforcement rings finished in matching finish to the outer shell
- 45 Degree Bearing Edges
- Palladium Hardware
- Palladium Snare Throw-off
- Buckingham Scarlett Satin Oil hand rubbed finish
- Made In The UK
British Drum Co Legend Series 4pc Executive Shell Pack
SGD 4,600.00
SGD 2,760.00
Legend Series drums are handcrafted using our unique cold-press moulding with 100% Scandinavian Birch, cross laminated into a 6mm thick shell. Legend’s super-strong shells are precision-cut with 45 degree bearing edges.
The results are astounding - naturally lower fundamental tones with immediate attack and deep, controlled sustain.
Easily identifiable, Legend Series is distinguished by the small, single Art-Deco inspired Palladium lug on both toms and bass drums.
The stylish brackets are fixed to the shells by a bespoke engineered isolation system which ensures greater resonance from the drum whilst maintaining dependable positioning. Rock-solid stability is assured by the Palladium tom brackets on both rack and floor toms.
The Art-Deco aesthetic of the Palladium bass drum claw is subtly enhanced by a black thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) gasket which gives added protection to the surface of the Legend Series bass drum hoops.
*Picture for illustration. The Tom shows the Executive finish. This set is sold in a shell pack, sizes as follows: 10x7, 12x8 Rack Toms, 16x16 Floor Tom, 22x16 Bass Drum.
The Archer Snare Drum
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Handcrafted in the UK entirely from English Yew, a rare and sumptuous hardwood that generates a rich, warm tone with fast attack.
The Archer is a 14” x 6” 10-ply shell with 30º rounded-over bearing edges, constructed using their unique cold press moulding process to create a shell with exceptional structural and tonal integrity. The Archer is a breathtaking drum with a variety of eye-catching features including vintage style mini-claws, gold-plated tension rods and a beautiful golden badge embellished with green sycamore in recognition of their English heritage.
The Archer is capable of a wide range of complex tones, from a warm, Maple-like clarity right through to a lively and potent brightness. With an understated confidence and stylistic flexibility, the Archer will be at home in a wide variety of musical situations.
The Archer is a 14” x 6” 10-ply shell with 30º rounded-over bearing edges, constructed using their unique cold press moulding process to create a shell with exceptional structural and tonal integrity. The Archer is a breathtaking drum with a variety of eye-catching features including vintage style mini-claws, gold-plated tension rods and a beautiful golden badge embellished with green sycamore in recognition of their English heritage.
The Archer is capable of a wide range of complex tones, from a warm, Maple-like clarity right through to a lively and potent brightness. With an understated confidence and stylistic flexibility, the Archer will be at home in a wide variety of musical situations.
BDC The Archer 14x6 Snare Drum (Out of Stock)
SGD 1,650.00
Handcrafted in the UK entirely from English Yew, a rare and sumptous hard wood that generates a rich, warm tone with fast attack.
The Archer is a 14” x 6”, 10-ply shell with 30º round-over bearing edges, constructed using our unique cold press moulding process to create a shell with exceptional structural and tonal integrity. The Archer is a breathtaking drum with a variety of eye-catching features including vintage style mini-claws, gold-plated tension rods and a beautiful golden badge embellished with green sycamore in recognition of our English heritage.
The Archer is capable of a wide range of complex tones, from a warm, Maple-like clarity right through to a lively and potent brightness.
Icarus Snare Drum
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What a stunning snare drum.
Nicko McBrain demands the very best. Working closely with the British Drum Co. team, Nicko’s no-compromise approach dictated that only the highest standards would make the grade for Icarus.
Nicko wouldn’t put his name to just any snare drum. Now you too can get your hands on Icarus, the wood shell snare drum that Nicko always dreamt of.
Hand-built in the UK using the British Drum Co.’s unique cold-press moulding process, Icarus features a 14” x 6.5” 10ply shell, crafted from Black Oak and finished in a spectacular Black Fishtail Oak veneer, creating a very special appearance reminiscent of a hand-hammered shell - but made from Oak! It really has to be seen to be appreciated.
Icarus sounds natural, deep and warm but with a bright presence under higher tension. Designed to powerfully cut through the high volume of rock and metal, Icarus responds equally well to softer, quieter playing, allowing the tonal qualities of the oak to shine through in any musical situation.
Nicko himself said, "Icarus is the wood shell snare drum I have dreamed about - it's my dream come true!"
Nicko McBrain demands the very best. Working closely with the British Drum Co. team, Nicko’s no-compromise approach dictated that only the highest standards would make the grade for Icarus.
Nicko wouldn’t put his name to just any snare drum. Now you too can get your hands on Icarus, the wood shell snare drum that Nicko always dreamt of.
Hand-built in the UK using the British Drum Co.’s unique cold-press moulding process, Icarus features a 14” x 6.5” 10ply shell, crafted from Black Oak and finished in a spectacular Black Fishtail Oak veneer, creating a very special appearance reminiscent of a hand-hammered shell - but made from Oak! It really has to be seen to be appreciated.
Icarus sounds natural, deep and warm but with a bright presence under higher tension. Designed to powerfully cut through the high volume of rock and metal, Icarus responds equally well to softer, quieter playing, allowing the tonal qualities of the oak to shine through in any musical situation.
Nicko himself said, "Icarus is the wood shell snare drum I have dreamed about - it's my dream come true!"
BDC Icarus 14x6.5 Snare Drum (Drum Head Signed by Nicko McBrain)
SGD 2,000.00
What a stunning snare drum.
Nicko McBrain demands the very best. Working closely with the British Drum Co. team, Nicko’s non-compromise approach dictated that only the highest standards would make the grade for Icarus.
Nicko wouldn’t put his name to just any snare drum. Now you too can get your hands on Icarus, the wood shell snare drum that Nicko has always dreamed about.
Handbuilt in the UK using the British Drum Co.’s unique cold-press moulding process, Icarus is a 14” x 6.5” 10ply shell, crafted from Black Oak and finished in a spectacular Black Fishtail Oak veneer, creating a very special appearance reminiscent of a hand-hammered shell - but made from Oak! It really has to be seen to be appreciated.
Icarus sounds natural, deep and warm but with a bright presence under higher tension. Designed to powerfully cut through the high volume of rock and metal, Icarus responds equally well to softer, quieter playing, allowing the tonal qualities of the oak to shine through in any musical sitiation.
Nicko himself said, "Icarus is the wood shell snare drum I have dreamed about - it's my dream come true!"
Comes with a drum head signed by Nicko McBrain himself!
Talisman Snare Drum
Talisman - the steel snare drum Nicko McBrain has been waiting for all his life.
The Talisman snare drum is a labour of love for Nicko. Deeply involved in the design and development of this signature snare drum, Nicko’s passion for engineering excellence played a significant role in bringing Talisman to life.
Handcrafted in the UK, Talisman is seamlessly spun from British Steel. The characteristic ridges undulating across the outer surface of the 14” x 6.5” shell reveal the artisan’s craft in a signature finish, unique to every single drum. Cool and visually understated, Talisman does not hold back when played.
Loud, vibrant and full of tone, the seamless steel shell really sings. Designed by one of the world’s greatest metal drummers, Talisman is not a snare drum to be ignored.
The Talisman snare drum is a labour of love for Nicko. Deeply involved in the design and development of this signature snare drum, Nicko’s passion for engineering excellence played a significant role in bringing Talisman to life.
Handcrafted in the UK, Talisman is seamlessly spun from British Steel. The characteristic ridges undulating across the outer surface of the 14” x 6.5” shell reveal the artisan’s craft in a signature finish, unique to every single drum. Cool and visually understated, Talisman does not hold back when played.
Loud, vibrant and full of tone, the seamless steel shell really sings. Designed by one of the world’s greatest metal drummers, Talisman is not a snare drum to be ignored.
BDC Talisman 14x6.5 Snare Drum (Out Of Stock)
SGD 1,625.00
Talisman - the steel snare drum Nicko McBrain has been waiting for all his life.
Talisman has been a labour of love for Nicko. Deeply involved in the design and development of this signature snare drum, Nicko’s passion for engineering excellence played a significant role in bringing Talisman to life.
Handcrafted in the UK, Talisman is seamlessly spun from British Steel. The characteristic ridges undulating across the outer surface of the 14” x 6.5” shell reveal the artisan’s craft in a signature finish, unique to every single drum. Cool and visually understated, Talisman does not hold back when played.
Loud, vibrant and full of tone, the seamless steel shell really sings. Designed by one of the world’s greatest metal drummers, Talisman is not a snare drum to be ignored.
Merlin Snare Drum
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Winner of the Music Industry Association Award for "Highly Recommended" under the Percussion Category for the Trusted Music Store Award 2016.
The Merlin features a hefty 20ply, 10.5mm thick shell struck from their perfect recipe of maple and birch. With its 45-degree super smooth edges and 1.8mm hand cut snare beds, its lustrous silky matt finish makes the Merlin fit perfectly into any musical situation. A favourite amongst pro drummers, the Merlin has gained recognition as one of the top snare drums in the market today.
The Merlin features a hefty 20ply, 10.5mm thick shell struck from their perfect recipe of maple and birch. With its 45-degree super smooth edges and 1.8mm hand cut snare beds, its lustrous silky matt finish makes the Merlin fit perfectly into any musical situation. A favourite amongst pro drummers, the Merlin has gained recognition as one of the top snare drums in the market today.
BDC Merlin 14x6.5 Snare Drum (Out Of Stock)
SGD 1,020.00
Winner for the Music Industry Association Award for "Highly Recommended" under the Percussion Category for the Trusted Music Store Award 2016.
The Merlin, with a hefty 20ply, 10.5mm thick shell struck from our perfect recipe of maple and birch. With its 45 degree super smooth edges and 1.8mm hand cut snare beds, its lustrous silky matt finish makes the Merlin fit perfectly into any musical situation. A favourite amongst pro drummers, the Merlin has gained recognition as one of the top snare drums on the market today.
Big Softy Snare Drum
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When you need your snare drum to deliver deep, warm and mellow tones, your first choice has to be the Big Softy.
This drum is designed to do all the hard work so you don’t have to. Recognised and loved by professionals as their “go to” studio snare drum, Big Softy also performs magnificently onstage, from the intimacy of a club jazz gig to the bombast of a full-blown arena rock show.
Handcrafted using cherry inner and outer veneers, Big Softy’s 14” x 6.5” shell encircles a central core of kiln-dried Balsa. Yes - Balsa! Don’t be turned-off by thoughts of model planes and crafting, Balsa is a seriously underrated wood and is perfectly suited to the Big Softy. This surprisingly light, open-density hardwood possesses a micro-pore grain structure which actively filters out higher frequencies, giving you a massive range of tonal possibilities. Big Softy is designed to enable higher batter head tension for a truly responsive rebound and still achieve bigger, warmer and funkier sounds without the need to detune. Absolutely at home in the studio, Big Softy is adored by drummers, producers and engineers.
Big Softy articulates every stroke so your playing is efficient and effortless whilst creating huge sounding backbeats.
Whether you want that classic “fatback” snare or a more contemporary complex tone, Big Softy is the drum for you.
This drum is designed to do all the hard work so you don’t have to. Recognised and loved by professionals as their “go to” studio snare drum, Big Softy also performs magnificently onstage, from the intimacy of a club jazz gig to the bombast of a full-blown arena rock show.
Handcrafted using cherry inner and outer veneers, Big Softy’s 14” x 6.5” shell encircles a central core of kiln-dried Balsa. Yes - Balsa! Don’t be turned-off by thoughts of model planes and crafting, Balsa is a seriously underrated wood and is perfectly suited to the Big Softy. This surprisingly light, open-density hardwood possesses a micro-pore grain structure which actively filters out higher frequencies, giving you a massive range of tonal possibilities. Big Softy is designed to enable higher batter head tension for a truly responsive rebound and still achieve bigger, warmer and funkier sounds without the need to detune. Absolutely at home in the studio, Big Softy is adored by drummers, producers and engineers.
Big Softy articulates every stroke so your playing is efficient and effortless whilst creating huge sounding backbeats.
Whether you want that classic “fatback” snare or a more contemporary complex tone, Big Softy is the drum for you.
BDC Big Softy Snare Drum 14x6.5 (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 984.00
SGD 699.00
When you need your snare drum to deliver deep, warm and mellow tones, your first choice has to be the Big Softy.
This drum is designed to do all the hard work so you don’t have to. Recognised and loved by professionals as their “go to” studio snare drum, Big Softy also performs magnificently onstage, from the intimacy of a club jazz gig to the bombast of a full-blown arena rock show.
Handcrafted using cherry inner and outer veneers, Big Softy’s 14” x 6.5” shell encircles a central core of kiln-dried Balsa. Yes - Balsa! Don’t be turned off by thoughts of model planes and crafting, Balsa is a seriously underrated wood and is perfectly suited to the Big Softy. This surprisingly light, open-density hardwood possesses a micro-pore grain structure which actively filters out higher frequencies, giving you a massive range of tonal possibilities. Big Softy is designed to enable higher batter head tension for a truly responsive rebound and still achieve bigger, warmer and funkier sounds without the need to detune. Absolutely at home in the studio, Big Softy is adored by drummers, producers and engineers.
Big Softy articulates every stroke so your playing is efficient and effortless whilst creating huge sounding backbeats.
Whether you want that classic “fatback” snare or a more contemporary complex tone, Big Softy is the drum for you.
Maverick Snare Drum
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Handcrafted in the UK, the Maverick is made of 10-ply North American Maple shell with a Eucalyptus outer veneer. Maverick features 30º round-over bearing edges, constructed using BDC's unique cold press moulding process to create a shell with exceptional structural and tonal range. With its stylish Palladium hardware and delicate figured finish, the Maverick is the epitome of classic drum styling.
The Maverick’s maple shell offers a smooth warmth with a hint of brightness that responds effortlessly and allows your playing to really cut through in any musical situation.
The Maverick is a truly versatile snare drum with an awesome tonal range, designed by the British Drum Co. to inspire your playing to new levels of creativity.
The Maverick’s maple shell offers a smooth warmth with a hint of brightness that responds effortlessly and allows your playing to really cut through in any musical situation.
The Maverick is a truly versatile snare drum with an awesome tonal range, designed by the British Drum Co. to inspire your playing to new levels of creativity.
BDC Maverick 14x6.5 Snare Drum (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 935.00
SGD 650.00
Focused sound and punchy resonance. The British Drum Co. Maverick 14 x 6.5 Maple Snare Drum will not disappoint. With a 10 ply Maple drum shell, the Maverick snare produces warm tones with enhanced lower frequencies. The British Drum Company snare features 30-degree round over-bearing edges, which with the drum shell, helps to control overtones and offer punchier sounds. Also, the snare is fitted with 2.3mm triple flanged hoops which allows for wider opened sound and long sustain.
The signature Cold Press Moulding by the British Drum Company is at the heart of why their sounds are so legendary. This construction process eliminates heat which leaves the sound uncompromised and top of the range, holding the natural tone of the wood. If the construction and sound quality wasn't enough, the Maverick snare from the British Drum Company is finished with a stunning eucalyptus outer veneer along with the recognisable British Drum Co. logo; you'll stand out from the crowd at any venue with this styled snare with signature sound!
BDC Maverick 14x5.5 Snare Drum (SDS 10th Anniversary Promo)
SGD 885.00
SGD 650.00
Focused sound and punchy resonance. The British Drum Co. Maverick 14 x 5.5 Maple Snare Drum will not disappoint. With a 10 ply Maple drum shell and Eucalyptus outer veneer, the Maverick snare produces warm tones with enhanced lower frequencies. The British Drum Company snare features 30-degree round over-bearing edges, which with the drum shell, helps to control overtones and offer punchier sounds. Also, the snare is fitted with 2.3mm triple flanged hoops which allows for wider opened sound and long sustain.
The signature Cold Press Moulding by the British Drum Company is at the heart of why their sounds are so legendary. This construction process eliminates heat which leaves the sound uncompromised and top of the range, holding the natural tone of the wood. If the construction and sound quality wasn't enough, the Maverick snare from the British Drum Company is finished with a stunning eucalyptus outer veneer along with the recognisable British Drum Co. logo; you'll stand out from the crowd at any venue with this styled snare with
Imp Snare Drum
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The IMP shell is a combination of maple, tulip and birch, arranged to optimise volume and projection, these are cross laminated plies that utilise BDC's signature Cold Press Moulding technique which results in a super strong air gap free shell. BDC's precision hand cut 30-degree round-over bearing edges are used on the IMP which increase head to shell vibration to boost output.
The IMP is aimed at the professional looking for a compact size that can deliver. The 12x5.5 snare delivers an excellent sound with top of the range durability. It has great attack, but can be tuned up for tons of character or down lower for a fatter feel.
The IMP is aimed at the professional looking for a compact size that can deliver. The 12x5.5 snare delivers an excellent sound with top of the range durability. It has great attack, but can be tuned up for tons of character or down lower for a fatter feel.
BDC Imp 12x5.5 Kensington Knight Snare Drum (Out of Stock)
SGD 622.00
It may look small, but The Imp packs a punch way above its weight. Beautifully finished, inside and out in our luxurious Kensington Knight finish, The Imp is handcrafted using BDC's unique cold-press moulding system to the same exacting standards as our Legend and Lounge series kits.
Joe's Butler
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A cool add-on accessory for you to store your drink, mobile phone, wallet, pens and drum key. Clamps onto a tom mount. Made in UK.
Price : $80 |