Custom Drum Building & Expert Repairs
With a passion for craftsmanship and a deep understanding of drum construction, I specialize in building and restoring drums to bring out their best sound and look. Whether you're seeking a full custom build or want to breathe new life into a vintage shell, I offer expert services including:
Recutting Bearing Edges for optimal tone and resonance
Wood Shell Refinishing with high-quality stains and finishes
Drum Wrapping & Rewrapping using durable, professional grade materials
One-of-a-Kind Custom Builds tailored to your unique style and sound
Every drum I work on is treated with care, precision, and a player’s perspective. Let’s build something that sounds as good as it looks.
See some examples below of recent projects.
26" Slingerland Marching Bass Drum rewrapped in White Marine Pearl
26" Slingerland Marching Bass Drum rewrapped in Blue Ripple to match DW Pale Blue Oyster
Frenzied Fortress Custom 14" x 6.5" Aluminum Snare
Frenzied Fortress Custom 14" x 6.5" Copper Shell snare
Custom Order Frenzied Fortress 18" x 14" Kick drum wrapped in Vintage White Marine Pearl
Custom Solid Stave Cherry Wood 14" x 5.5" snare stained in a natural brown
Rewrapped Mapex Saturn Pro (originally satin green) to Maple Blue Fade
Contact me directly at burke@frenziedfortress.com to place your custom order or get a price quote on a rewrap or stain.