SONGBONG DRUMS

Dunedin, New Zealand

We make and repair drums

We make drums for schools

Our drums evolved between 1996 when we started out, till around 2010, when we started to sell the current floor toms for children. This evolution, combined with customer feedback, has resulted in a drum stock ideal for school and kindergarten applications.

We repair drums

If your drum is worth repairing, then we’ll be happy to do it. Your drum will be fully restored, although probably sturdier than it was new and more suited to sustained use.

We have a range of proven drums

Most of our early drums from the 1990’s are still in use and working fine. Very few of the newer ones, all around New Zealand, have needed repairs.

We listen to your needs

We usually make floor toms, ashikos and tamborines. This will not stop us producing a custom-made membrane instrument tailored to your requirements.

Why we do it

Reason 1

It is very hard to find drums set up for children to use. Our drums are long lasting and can be re-tightened regularly. They are sturdy and will take the kind of punishment that occurs in schools.

Reason 2

We want to be proud of our products so we create repairable drums and source our materials locally. We follow our ethical principles as best as we can. Some of our materials would be discarded unless we use them.

Still not convinced? Here is another one:

Reason 3

Percussion music has always been part of our life. We simply love the idea of enabling a wider access to music. The developmental impact of using drumsticks and rhythm, for children, is a worthwhile project. We propose percussion equipment with clear pedagogical benefits.

What our customers say

“SONGBONG offered an outstanding service. They made drums of exceptional quality that have been used regularly in workshops and performance groups. SONGBONG provide a great service: they are professional, fast and friendly, and highly recommended.” Henry Johnson | Otago University Dpt of Music

“We use the drums each year in a parade and also in some of our lessons. The drums have lasted well and retained their tone. I would recommend them to anyone.” Robert Scott | Music teacher at Port Chalmers School

” I’ve been playing one of David’s djembes for 15 years at different performances and when giving classes. In my years of teaching I have found people, especially children, are more interested for a longer period of time when there is a great quality of sound. After playing David’s drums nothing else comes close to the range and quality of sound.

My Djembe drum “Vouivre” has truly helped me become the bass heavy drummer I am today.

I am very grateful for David’s skills as a drum maker.”

Paul Marcham | Drummer and music educator

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027- 473-6488