Made to Order · Crafted in Matun
Custom Drums
Build to Your Exact Specifications
Every part of your drum can be tailored — from shell size and drumhead material to hardware, logo, painting, and packaging. Configure your drum below, then request a custom quote.
1. Drum Type
Start by choosing the base drum type.
2. Dimensions
Select diameter and height. Custom proportions are available.
3. Materials
Shell wood, drumhead, and hardware define the sound and look.
4. Finish & Design
Customize color, pattern, and branding.
5. Packaging & Quantity
Choose how your drums are packed and how many you need.
6. Reference & Notes
Upload a reference image or describe your vision.
You can also attach the file again on the quote form. We accept JPG, PNG, PDF.
Configuration
Select a drum type
Please select a drum type to continue.
Customization Options
Every Detail, Your Choice
Mix and match from the options below. Not sure where to start? Our team will guide you through each decision based on your use case and budget.
Size
Choose the diameter and height of your drum. From compact 8" practice drums to large 40"+ festival drums.
- Diameter: 8" – 40"+
- Height: 6" – 36"+
- Custom proportions available
Color
Select a traditional finish or request a custom color matched to your brand or performance theme.
- Traditional red
- Black
- Natural wood
- Custom colors
Drumhead
The drumhead defines the voice of your drum. Choose the material and thickness for your sound.
- Cowhide (traditional)
- Synthetic
- Thickness options
Rope & Hardware
Tension rope and metal hardware affect both durability and appearance. Pick the finish that suits your drum.
- Iron
- Steel
- Brass
Logo
Add your brand, school crest, or organization mark. We offer three application methods to fit your design.
- Painted
- Carved
- Printed
Painting
From traditional Chinese patterns to fully custom artwork, our painters bring your design to the drum shell.
- Traditional patterns
- Custom artwork
- Lacquer finishes
Packaging
Choose packaging that protects your drums in transit and fits your retail or distribution channel.
- Standard export packaging
- Retail-ready
- Custom packaging
Quantity
Whether you need a single showpiece or a container-load for distribution, we scale production to your order.
- Single custom piece
- Small batches
- Container-load
How It Works
From Idea to Finished Drum
A clear, six-step process that keeps you informed at every stage — with a sample approval step so you see and hear your drum before full production.
Consultation
Share your requirements — drum type, use case, quantity, budget, and any reference images or specs.
Design
We translate your input into a detailed design spec: dimensions, materials, finish, and artwork.
Sample
We build a sample for your approval. Inspect the look, feel, and sound before committing to production.
Production
Once the sample is approved, our craftsmen begin batch production using the same specs and techniques.
Quality Control
Every drum is inspected and tuned. Sound, finish, structure, and packaging are checked against your spec.
Shipping
We pack and ship with proper export documentation, delivered to your door or port worldwide.
OEM Buyer Data Sheet
Complete Custom OEM Procurement Specifications
20+ buyer-facing fields for fully custom OEM drums. Tell us your spec — we build to your design, your dimensions, your brand.
Model Number
MT-OEM (project-based)
We assign a project code once your spec is confirmed. Used for all production paperwork.
Drum Type
Any — Lion Dance / Tanggu / Waist / Frame / Paigu / Custom
Single-headed, double-headed, barrel, conical, flat, or set combinations.
Diameter
4" – 60" (10–152 cm)
From handheld mini drums to outdoor ceremonial drums. Any diameter within range.
Height / Depth
3" – 36" (8–92 cm)
Conical, barrel, or flat profile. Depth ratio customizable.
Weight Target
Per spec
Weight target controlled by shell wood, thickness, and hardware selection.
Shell Material
Any hardwood: poplar / toon / birch / catalpa / linden
Custom wood sourcing available for orders ≥ 500 pcs. FSC-certified wood on request.
Shell Thickness
5 – 15 mm
Tuned to drum size and acoustic target.
Drumhead Material
Natural hide / synthetic / hybrid
Remo / Evans / custom hide supplier options. Logo print on head available.
Hardware
Iron / brass / stainless / matte black
Custom CNC hardware available for orders ≥ 1,000 pcs.
Tuning Method
Nail / bolt-tension / hybrid
Choose by user profile: traditional, school, professional.
Sound Character
Per spec — bright / warm / balanced / bass-heavy
We tune to your target via shell thickness, head tension, and body geometry.
Recommended Use
Per spec
Indoor, outdoor, school, parade, ceremony, stage, recording, ritual.
Recommended Users
Per spec
Youth, adult, professional, school, ensemble, distributor.
Finish
Solid color / hand-painted / lacquer / natural
Pantone color matching. Custom artwork from your brief or our designer.
Logo / Branding
Painted / printed / laser-engraved / embossed leather patch
Your logo on shell, head, hardware plate, or carry case. MOQ varies by method.
Packing Size
Per spec
Single drum, bulk carton, retail-ready box, or wooden export crate.
Gross Weight
Per spec
Target weight locked at sample sign-off.
MOQ
From 50 pcs (OEM)
Standard OEM MOQ 50 pcs. Below 50 pcs handled as custom-sample tier (higher unit cost).
Sample Availability
1 prototype + 2 samples
1 white-sample prototype + 2 finished samples for approval. Sample fee credited on bulk order.
Sample Lead Time
15 – 25 days
Includes 1 round of artwork revisions and 2 rounds of physical revisions.
Bulk Lead Time
30 – 60 days (by quantity)
50–199 pcs: 30–35 days. 200–499 pcs: 35–45 days. 500+ pcs: 45–60 days.
Shipping Terms
EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP
EXW Luoyang, FOB Shanghai / Qingdao, CIF major ports, DDP US / CA / UK / EU on request.
Customization Options
Everything customizable
Submit your spec sheet. We will reply with feasibility, lead time, and quote within 24 hours.
Estimated Price Tiers
Reference price ranges
| Order Quantity | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Sample / Prototype (1–3 pcs) | Request quote |
| 50 – 199 pcs | Volume pricing |
| 200 – 499 pcs | Volume pricing |
| 500+ pcs | Custom quotation |
Reference ranges are FOB Shanghai, USD. Final price depends on tooling, finish complexity, and order volume. Tax / shipping not included.
Lead Time & MOQ
Production & delivery
MOQ
From 50 pcs (OEM)
Sample Lead Time
15 – 25 days
Bulk Lead Time
30 – 60 days (by quantity)
Sample lead time includes 1 round of revisions. Bulk lead time starts from sample sign-off and deposit receipt. Sea freight 7–14 days; air freight 3–5 days.
Customization Checklist
Tell us what you need
Use this checklist in your RFQ to speed up quotation. Confirming these details up front avoids back-and-forth and gives you a more accurate price.
- Drum type & family code
- Diameter, depth, weight target
- Shell wood species (incl. FSC)
- Drumhead material & supplier
- Hardware finish & CNC option
- Tuning method
- Acoustic target (bright / warm / bass)
- Pantone color match
- Custom artwork / motif
- Logo placement & method
- Retail / bulk / wooden crate packing
- Quantity tier (sample / 50+ / 200+ / 500+)
Optional Accessories
Add to your order
| Item | Included |
|---|---|
| Project manager assignment | ✓ |
| Design / artwork consultation | ✓ |
| Sample revision rounds (2 included) | ✓ |
| Custom retail packaging | + |
| Replacement drumhead set | + |
| Barcode / SKU labeling | + |
| Marketing photo / video shoot | + |
| Private-label carry case | + |
Packing & Loading
Built for export
Custom packaging per spec — single retail box, multi-pack, or ISPM-15 export crate.
| Pieces per carton | Per spec |
| Carton size | Per spec |
| Gross weight per carton | Per spec |
| 20' FCL capacity | Per spec |
| 40' HQ FCL capacity | Per spec |
See full shipping & import options on Shipping & Import.
Why Custom?
A Drum Built for One Purpose — Yours
A custom drum is more than a product. It's an instrument tuned to a specific performance, a brand stamped on a specific shell, a sound shaped for a specific stage. Off-the-shelf drums are built for everyone; a custom drum is built for you.
Schools order custom drums in school colors with their crest. Lion dance teams specify the exact diameter and drumhead thickness that match their style. Distributors white-label our drums with their own logo and packaging. Whatever your reason, custom is where craftsmanship meets intent.
- Match your brand, school, or troupe identity
- Tune the sound to your specific performance style
- Stand out with unique artwork and finishes
- Consistent specs across repeat orders
Custom Built
Your Specs · Your Sound · Your Brand
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Ways to Customize
Start Your Custom Order
Tell us about the drum you want to build — type, size, customization, and quantity. We'll send a detailed quote and design proposal within 24 hours.