| The Design Hello friends, My name is Jeff Kirsch. I started building drums in 1999 out of a desire to produce the drum sounds that I heard in my head. I couldn't find anything on the market that filled my needs,regardless of how much I spent. So,with ten years of cabinetry experience and blind determination, I set off to study drum construction. Every brand seemed to have one part of the equation correct but most were building columns with heads on either end. I felt that drums could be more than just that. The more I researched, the more realized that drums weren't being built with the same considerations as other acoustic instrument. From guitars to vibraphones every acoustic instrument has physical requirements to function. Instrument builders cant just put parts where they look cool. Frets and the bridge of a guitar go where they have to and the neck needs precise machining. Marimba keys require exact mounting locations or they won't resonate or sustain. These instruments function on strict laws of physics that were being ignored by most drum companies. I decided to let these laws design my drums. Once I did, a whole new world of possibilities opened up. I noticed first that the drums tuned with such ease, I could finger tighten the tension rods and get my first note. Tuning range was also dramatically increased. I no longer had to search for the place where the drum wanted to be tuned. I could tell the drum where to tune.Overtones became balanced and controllable which made moongels and muffling unnecessary. Stick response was also much more lively. To me, the most important improvement was in the toms. Finally, they were as loud and present as my kick and snare. I could not just hear my drums...I could feel em. I've been in love with drum design ever since and it's that excitement that I share with you. That is why I'm proud to announce 3 new drum lines for 2011. These models are created with hard working players in mind. They are designed to be work horse kits with the optimum strength and musicality at the lowest possible price. The Players Standard, Players Vintage, and Players Custom Shipping Times PLAYERS STANDARD Kits ship within three to five months, depending on finish type and availability of shells and parts. Lead times can be narrowed down once your design is chosen. Need a kit right now? Ask us about our completed models. We may have a set you'll like, that is ready to ship. Our completed drums can also be a significant savings over a custom design. |
| Deposits Before we begin your build, we require a 75% deposit. The remainder will be due before shipping. Deposits can be refunded minus the cost of any custom or modified materials used. |