This place is the perfect place in So Cal to explore and buy drum gear! They have a selection from beginner to professional quality gear and Ed will be happy to help you out. I have sold gear here, and also bought, ..and its always a cool experience. If you are looking for a new drum kit or anything drum related, come here first or check out the online store that ships all the time!

My 14 year daughter saved her money and bought a drum set for 660. Used Yamaha and a mix of cymbals.When we got home she noticed that one of the cymbals had a two inch crack. I called the store and the man in charge wanted to see the sticker on the cymbal that specified that it was cracked. There was no sticker, he flat out denied to replace the cymbal or work out some kind of exchange.It was realy disappointing for my daughter first drum set.If you are selling damaged equipment at least let us know.

Awesome store, nice staff, and fair pricing. Im super happy with the cymbals and snare I got for my new kit and will definitely be back when I decide to upgrade.

I love this place! Ed (owner) is great, he takes the time it make sure you find what youre looking for. Great prices on used and new/like new gear. Its the only drum specific shop that I know of in the area. Its a 50 minute drive for me to get there but definitely worth the trip!

This place is awesome! EXCELLENT customer service! Owner was very responsive with my questions before hand and shipped my purchase immediately. Item arrived well packed and was even better than described. Awesome customer service. Awesome people. Reasonable prices. I cant recommend this place more for all your drum needs! Go here first before going anywhere else!

Ed OConnor is an honest shop owner. He looks to supply good products for an honest price. The shop is fully stocked and easy to see the products.

Very nice and helpful owner! Will be back.

After seeing many good thing about the shop on social media, I decided to buy from Drum Flip and support small business. However, the good price came at a cost when the drum arrived damaged. Overlooking the request to package well, and deflecting the damage due to lack luster packaging on the shipping, was given 45% of the cost to repair. Not the worst, but cant recommend.FULL DISCLOSURE FOLLOW-UPWhen I made my first and only purchase, the shop was immediately notified that the snare would incur a long rough journey overseas to Moscow, Russia via Diplomatic USPS, the only shipping service provided for overseas US Diplomats. Upon ordering, I asked for there to be extra secure packaging considering the long trip, and I was reassured it would be packed suitably for the rough journey. When the snare arrived damaged, in 1 layer of small bubble wrap, the shop was immediately notified. After 2 days of no response, on the third day I contacted them again, finally getting a response. The blame for the damage was placed solely on Diplomatic USPS without any justification, and an attempt was even made to blame the poor packaging on Russian customs, claiming it was likely repackaged after an inspection. This was also false as the shipment never goes through Customs as a diplomatic parcel, it arrived exactly the same as it left Drum Flip . I was immediately met with the response from Drum Flip that it wouldnt be covered by them, and it wasnt their fault it arrived damaged. The replacement rim was $66.02, and after going back and forth, $30 was refunded to me, but never the offer to send it back for a full refund. At that point, it was better than footing the full bill for the negligent packaging that was again reassured by the shop upon ordering. They told me that most shops wouldnt offer any refund/return, however, I believe most shops would uphold their guarantee to package securely to avoid such a situation and gain a return customer. Im genuinely believe the shops intention is not to get over on anyone but to provide a good product as their other reviews justify, however, I had a much different first hand experience. Best of luck to the veteran owned small business and their future customers.

Awesome drum store with so many amazing drums, cymbals, and hardware. Ed is welcoming, very friendly and showed our whole family around the store. Definitely, your friendly neighborhood drum store!

This is now my favorite place to buy drums and cymbals in Southern California. Drum Flip has new and used gear. The have very affordable kits for beginners and high end kits for the experienced. They have a massive selection of great condition used cymbals and hardware. I just bought a brand new Gretsch kit for much less than any deal on Amazon or Guitar Center. Ive bought cymbals here in the past for much less than any other place. The owner Ed knows his stuff, is very passionate about drums, and is the kind of guy who knows how to setup a beginner with drums and can make product suggestions to experienced guys like myself. 100% happy with my new kit, love my cymbals, and definitely will be coming back to buy more gear in the very near future.

This is an incredible shop. I just stopped in and was amazed by the diversity of their selection and product knowledge. They were friendly and helpful without standing over your shoulder. I ended up walking away with a snare drum and cymbal that were incredible and rare.This is what a drum store should be like. There their business and art.

This store, its owner is not to be trusted. They sold mean an item that did not work when I got home. I offered to drive it back to have them test it. If it did not function at their store I would take a credit and buy another piece of gear - less their 10% restocking policy on returns. The Owner sent me a photo image of a sign saying all sales are final. I would caution you to do any business with them .

Amazing, possible the best online drum store in my opinion.. Ed is the man! Bought a beautiful pair of 14” quick beat Zildjian hats. (Old classics, most likely late 80’s given the logo and serial number) Ed was prompt, and kind enough to send me a custom audio/video sample of the cymbals before I decided to purchase. Not only were the cymbals posted at an incredible price, they were exactly as he described. Amazing used product, at an incredible price! To top it off, the hi hats I bought also came with a random vinyl record!! I haven’t listened to it yet unfortunately.. Hands down amazing experience and I will definitely buy again without hesitation! Peace to you Ed and fam!!!

These folx are the BEST! Awesome gear, great prices, amazing attitudes and I always leave super stoked.

This quickly became my favorite music store after just the first visit. Ed and Susan are some of the nicest people you will ever meet and always take care of you.They are constantly getting new gear in so there is always something fresh to check out. They have a few rooms to test out equipment (one has a bottle of wine) and amazing artwork all around the store.There are always cool special events and stay very active on social media so you can see whats happening and basically everything that comes in the shop. (@drumfliped)Thanks for being such a great part of the drumming community!!

Just bought a kit and Ed helped me out. I havent had one in decades. Ed helped me out. I think he was more excited for me getting a kit than he was for the sale. Good people! Fair and reasonable!

Drum Flip is a rare gem...a local drum shop with a wide variety of new and used gear run by the most friendly folks. Ive snagged a whole lot of used gear over the past few years, and Ed has been helpful in getting me the new gear I most want, too! Ive found my spot!

I literally could not ask more out of a drum shop. Its a small operation run by a nice couple that just has a passion for drums and everyone that plays them. I understand that isnt the only thing that matters when deciding what retailers to shop at, so heres a few more reasons:A) They provide the largest spectrum of drums Ive ever seen. Anything entry level to high end custom to everything in between.B) You can trust that whatever youre buying, its a fair price but more often than not; the buyer is getting a better deal.C) They will go the extra mile on every purchase. This includes easy communication if theres a problem with shipping, they stand behind every product they sell, they also add in freebies all over the place. Stickers, drum sticks, shoot, I even got a bluray and some candy one time in an order. Its like your parents are sending you a care package but you get killer drum stuff instead of socks.D) They build the drum world by fostering partnerships and endorsements, they offer rehearsal spaces, host clinics, they bring drums into the community with pop-up shops. Also they have an up beat (sorry for the dad joke) social media presence that helps champion the craft and they are endlessly committed to improving the drum platforms in anyway they can.In short: buy drums from these people. Go to their store or check out their website. You wont regret it.Pro tip: follow their FB to snag super screaming deals.

Cool, eclectic little used drum shop. The knowledgeable owner had exactly what I was looking for at a good price.

Ed the rare Ludwig bronze 3x13 you sold me is an incredible instrument I have an amazing Snare Drum collection due to Drum Flip making prices at an affordable range and trades fairly negotiated.Much graditudePaul Kimbarow

Best store in the area!

What a great place to shop for amazing products! The inventory is impeccable. The owner, Ed, is knowledgeable and super cool! We got a great deal on a birch Tama kit. Thanks Ed!🤘🤘🤘🤘

Great local store.

Great people with great products. Ive bought quite a few things from them and i live in Indiana. Very good prices, timely delivery, and just good people all around. Support local businesses!

Relatively small shop but great customer service. Very friendly staff and they hold a good amount of events. Great place for beginners and the experienced who like custom created equipment.

Bought 2 snares from this company. Incredible service, excellent communication. The store threw in a free pair of sticks for the first snare, and surprised me with a free shirt for the second snare. Ed couldn’t be nicer. I wish I could give more stars.

The manager there was really helpful. They have great deals for great pieces of equipment. It is a nice clean location and the I found exactly what I needed and more for way under my original budget. I HIGHLY recommend this place. Far better than Guitar Center.

Ive been a professional musician for over 30 years now and grew up in Proper Drum Shops. A PDS is more than a place to just walk in and buy something, its more of a hangout. Its where people who love drums go to hang out and talk about music, learning a new beat, who is playing with whom and so on. Its the watering hole.Drum Flip brings to the drumming community a place to purchase new and used gear at really great and fair prices as well as play real drums! Every time I go there Im able to get something thats on my needs list and couldnt be happier. Ed is a great guy who really cares about the drumming community.

Such a cool and unique drum shop! Ed really knows his stuff. Custom kits, one of a kinds, and tons of options for hardware and cymbals. Definitely check it out!

Best drum store in San Diego. Great service and amazing prices! Thank you Ed

My boyfriends favorite store! Great local business!

Finally a down to earth, no nonsense, drum shop in the San Diego area. I love this place. You can find some amazing deals on new and used equipment. Check them out!

Great drums, great prices, Ed and Susan are top notch. Some real interesting and unique gear in their store. Ive bought two drumsets there and am more than happy with the quality and value.

The owner was very helpful... he took very good care of all my drumming needs! Ill definitely be returning! Local an friendly atmosphere...

Ed is a great person and has an amazing array of Drum Kits and all accessories for sale if your a drummer novice or pro you need to go see Ed @ Drum Flip....He has everything you need to complete your kit and he is extremely helpful Best Drum Shop in So. Cal period ..Billy Smyth

Great place for drums and drum accessories. Owners are awesome. I have purchased most of my drum gear here.

Ed is the man. Always hooks me up with a deal. Great gear and really cool custom sets. My next set will come from there...

Hidden gem of a music store in Vista. In the Dairy Queen plaza. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Amazing store!!!! Tons of great gear and great prices.

Local owner, very nice and helpful

Awesome place, Ed is great...

Absolutely Best place to go for any drummer!

Always the best prices and rare finds!

Ed is the man. This place is stocked with everything a drummer would need.

Great drum gear at a great price!

Always a great experience!

Drums galore!

Excellent

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