Have I mentioned Donn Bennett's Drum Studio?
It's known among touring drummers as "The Best Drum Shop in the World". Not only does Donn sell everything drums ... and if he doesn't have it, he'll get it for you ... but he rents equipment to visiting pros, and so knows absolutely everybody who's anybody. As a result, when the biggies are in town, chances are they'll stop by, and do a clinic or give lessons, or maybe just hang out. You never know who's gonna be there. Local guys like Alan White, Michael Derosier and Jeff Kathan make it a regular hang.
The staff are all accomplished drummers in their own right, and not only sell and rent drums stuff, but do drum repairs, give classes in things like drum tuning and micing, and are always happy to answer any questions.
Donn is a dynamite drummer himself (my best friend ended up playing keyboards in his band), and wholly dedicated to supporting the drumming community .. altho he focuses way too much on the kids and I'm still endeavoring to make him realize that not all beginning drummers are 12-year-old boys!
Anyhow, they might not have the best prices in town, but the customer service and atmosphere more than compensate.
You can take a gander at the place here:
http://www.bennettdrums.com/
be sure to check out the celebrity drum museum in the photo section.
**This has
not been a paid endorsement**
