Nicko McBrain's Drum One  Reviews 92

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Looking at 50 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the high quality of the products, often highlighting specific items like custom snare drums. The staff is frequently commended for being friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, providing excellent service both online and in person. People also appreciate the efficient and quick delivery service, noting that orders arrive promptly and are well-packaged. The overall service, from ordering to communication, is described as excellent, with many consumers expressing their satisfaction with the smooth process. Reviewers are particularly impressed with the company's ability to resolve issues swiftly and their commitment to keeping customers informed about their orders.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top notch. I ordered a legacy of the Royals BDCo Snare Drum. It was later arriving than advertised and I didn’t hear from Drum one about that, but once I got in touch, they were extremely helpful and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’d been trying to get my son a BDC snare drum for Christmas. But the model he wanted was out of stock everywhere. I’d repeatedly called a number of competing retailers to get an ETA on new stock, but... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What's not to love about this place? I have just been to collect my Legacy of the Royals snare, which is a thing of sheer beauty, I must add! I emailed Phil laat week, like an excited schoolgirl, to l... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good and quick contact with the store's staff. I bought a custom "Legacy of the Royals" snare drum and a few other items, but there were complications with paying double VAT. The store resolved t... See more


Company details

  1. Drum Store
  2. Music Store
  3. Musical Instrument Repair Shop

Written by the company

Welcome to DRUM ONE, the newest drums and percussion buying experience that is owned by legendary Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain. Our store is based in Manchester, England and our brand new online store is set up to supply products Worldwide. To be the best we believe we need to be different and it is this difference that we hope to reflect in everything that we do, be that in store or online. Everybody that works at DRUM ONE is a drummer and we have all trained extensively on all of the wonderful brands and products that we sell, whenever you interact with us you are assured of unbiased, qualified advice so that you can make the best choice possible on what products are right for you


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Once again i ordered another item from…

Once again i ordered another item from this store and it's amazing how these people CARE about their customers! Perfectly packed! I will mention it again - The BEST Drum Store in UK! And trust me, i tried a few before! If you are a drummer who cares about quality? - Drum One Store!

April 15, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A good selection of drums and hardware

A good selection of drums and hardware. I was searching the Internet for a paiste 900 series 20" medium crash, this is the only place I could find that had one in stock. I placed my order and i received it in a couple of days. Well done Drum one.

March 5, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great shopping experience

Went to Drum One to shop for some replacement cymbals and the guys there couldn't have been more accomodating and helpful.

I spent a good 45 minutes A/B ing different crashes and trying out various cymbals (I ended purchasing extra stuff I hadn't even intended to...). When I took my 2 new crashes back to the rehearsal room to try them out out in the context of my kit, I found that one just didn't sit right with my overall sound, despite it being a beautiful cymbal. Drum One couldn't have been more helpful in sorting me out and helping me get the right crash to replace it.

After being burned by TWO major retailers over the course of two months when trying to purchase these crashes online, this was a pleasurable hassle free shopping experience that brought home the importance of being able to go to a shop and play, inspect, and then walk away with cymbals - instead of receiving poorly packaged & damaged goods or being told that your order will actually enter the UK a full 6 weeks after the date you were given prior to purchase.

Recommended.

February 28, 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service!

I ordered a couple of bass drum heads online and they arrived quickly and very well packaged! Thank you very much, will be back for more things soon I’m sure

January 17, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff here is exceptionally…

The staff here is exceptionally welcoming and well-informed, and the kits are stunning. Adding Amedia Cymbals and Balbex sticks would make it perfect. Sending love to everyone! ❤️

January 19, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great job done on dispatching and…

Great job done on dispatching and delivery.a last minute merch order for a gift
Quick and efficient,,
Wouldn’t hesitate to order again ,,
Parcel was trackeble from pick up to drop off ,,
A great service
Well done to the team at drum one ,

January 2, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The most genuine, lovely, selfless staff

I really can't put into words how wonderful the staff are here. I want to give a particular shout out to Phil (the store manager).
Over Christmas 2025, I was without a kick drum pedal. My stepdad had purchased me one but was admitted to hospital. In a desperate attempt to find one, I called Drum One and explained my situation. Phil had no reason to trust me (as he didn't know me) but he offered to lend me a pedal until I got my new one.
This meant that I could play my drums through a very difficult time. My stepdad managed to give me my Christmas present... before passing away a day later.
I returned the pedal shortly after and I explained the situation. Naturally, I cried and Phil was a huge source of comfort. It is very clear to me that this is not just a business, but more like a community or a family. I was incredibly overwhelmed by Phil's kindness and I will never forget his kindness towards me.

Thank you Phil and all the staff at Drum One. You truly are a credit to the music community and I will absolutely be returning for any drumming needs I have. You all absolutely rock x

January 3, 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The interaction with the store's team…

The interaction with the store's team was excellent and efficient. I purchased a custom Legacy of the Royals snare drum along with a few other products, but there was a problem with being charged double VAT. The store swiftly fixed the situation (thanks to Craig). The products are top-notch and were packed with great care and security. The staff is incredibly friendly, helpful, and quick to answer any inquiries, offering superb customer service. This store is outstanding, and I highly recommend it!

December 31, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These guys care.

I’d been trying to get my son a BDC snare drum for Christmas. But the model he wanted was out of stock everywhere. I’d repeatedly called a number of competing retailers to get an ETA on new stock, but they just weren’t interested - one promised to call back three times and they still haven’t. Then I called Drum One - obviously too late for Christmas, but they said they’d do their best to get one from BDC as soon as they could. Guess what? The drum arrived by FedEx in time for Christmas Day. Open and honest about availability, good price, good comms, great delivery. Perfect service. Thanks guys.

December 17, 2025

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