Other Builds

Custom builds, one-offs, and the stories behind them.

Custom builds

Custom builds are the backbone of finding your unique sound and look. Have a vision you want to see come to life? Share your idea through the contact form below and we’ll get the conversation started.

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BBDB Drum Build

Booneville Blue Devil Band

It was a privilege to build and donate a Wright Drum Co. Birdseye Maple Philharmonic snare to the Booneville, MS High School band program. The 14" x 6.5" maple ply shell is paired with a Pearl Philharmonic throw-off for strong tuning range and response. The Booneville Blue Devil Band has a rich tradition of excellence, and this custom snare is built to help define their sound for years to come.

Wright Drum Co. builder and Booneville Blue Devil Band representative with the donated Birdseye Maple Philharmonic snare drum in the band room.
Handcrafted cajon in solid mahogany and maple with contrasting wood panels.

Cajon

Commissioned piece

Cajons are as fun to build as they are to play. This one was a commissioned build with full creative freedom. Solid mahogany and maple were used to deliver a warm, articulate sound that’s hard to match with ply construction.

Steam Bent Curly Maple

First personal drum build

My first build for personal use was a 14" x 7" steam-bent curly maple snare. I chose steam bending to minimize glue and let the wood vibrate more freely for a natural, warm tone. Black nickel hardware keeps the focus on the figure in the maple.

Wright Drum Co. 14 x 7 steam-bent curly maple snare with black nickel hardware.

Let’s talk about your build

Use the form below to get in touch. For a quote, include build type (steam bent, stave, or ply), wood species, diameter, and depth. Build time depends on the style and wood availability.