How to Find Yamaha Replacement Drum Parts
Many, if not most, drum parts are universal. Drum hoops, screws, wing nuts and other small parts tend to be similar or identical while lugs usually vary from brand to brand. Use your best discretion to determine if your replacement part is a Yamaha exclusive or a standard drum part.
Begin your search for parts at the local usic shop. Local music store employees are a useful resource and can provide a level of attention and experience that the online retailers can't. If they don't have the part you need, they can often steer you in the right place and are full of information.
If your local shop doesn't have the parts you need, try a search on eBay.com, the Internet's largest auction house. If that fails, try Craigslist or MusiciansFriend.com, Samash.com, Sweetwater.com or any of the host of other major online instrument retailers. Contacting manufacturers for small parts is often the most expensive and least efficient avenue, so contact Yamaha as a last resort.
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Finding Yamaha Drum Parts
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Make a list of the items you need to replace. Identify the part numbers and names of the items you need to replace and--importantly--the sizes, as these can sometimes vary based on the size of the drum. Check Yamaha's catalog for part names/numbers (see Resources below).
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Visit your local music shop with your parts list. You may want to price check eBay or MusiciansFriend beforehand. Never discount the benefits of purchasing locally; you might save a few cents buying online, but the knowledge and expertise of local drum authorities can often help you avoid costly ordering mistakes. Also, buying local can mean getting it today, which is kind of nice if you've got a tonight. Call ahead to check stock.
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If your local retailer doesn't have your parts, and can't locate them, search eBay and Craigslist. It may be difficult--though cheaper to find the precise parts you are looking for on auction and classified sites. Thus, if you are in a hurry, search out new parts at MusiciansFriend.com, Music123.com, Samash.com, Sweetwater.com, GuitarCenter.com, Zzounds.com or any of the other reputable online music shops.
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If you still cannot find your parts, contact Yamaha directly, starting with their website. Depending
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