Nicko McBrain's Drum One

Nicko McBrain's Drum One, drums and percussion in Manchester

Nicko McBrain's Drum One is a musical instrument shop specialising in drums and percussion, founded by drummer Nicko McBrain. It operates from a store in Manchester and serves both customers who visit in person and online buyers. Its catalogue focuses on drum kits, snare drums, cymbals, hardware, drumheads, drumsticks, brushes, mallets, percussion accessories, and bags and cases.

Advice from a team of drummers

The shop highlights that all members of its team are passionate and experienced drummers, trained across the full range of products they sell. That knowledge translates into expert, impartial advice, aimed at helping each customer choose the equipment best suited to their playing style and needs, whether they buy in-store or online.

Brands and products in the catalogue

The catalogue includes items from manufacturers such as Gretsch, Pearl, TAMA, Dixon, Yamaha, Mapex, British Drum Co., Seven Edds, Masterwork, Meinl, Paiste, Zildjian and Evans. Among the products shown are complete drum kits, shell packs, artisan and signature snare drums, cymbals from various series, lightweight hardware and stands, drumheads, drumsticks in models 2B, 5B, 5A and 7A, and accessories such as the Evans Pull Cord drum key.

New arrivals and special editions

The shop presents new arrivals and limited editions, including the Nicko's Legacy of the Royals Ltd Ed Collectors Snare Drum, the DRUM ONE T-shirt and the British Drum Co. Firebird kit. It also announces special offers and clearance deals, with the warning that available units are limited.

Own-brand merchandise

In addition to instruments and accessories, Drum One sells clothing and own-brand items, such as T-shirts, a microfleece, a softshell gilet and a softshell jacket, all in black.

Location and access

The shop is located at Astra Business Park, in Stretford, Manchester. Access by car is straightforward from the M60, with exits at junctions 9 or 10, and at weekends or busy times you can avoid Trafford Centre traffic by taking the M602 and exiting at junction 1 for Eccles. By public transport, the X50 bus route stops right by the entrance to the business park, less than a two-minute walk from the shop.

Business activity and registration details

The company that runs the business is DRUM ONE LIMITED, with company number 11020990 and registered office at 749a Ormskirk Road, Wigan, England, WN5 8AT. The shop also maintains a mailing list to announce new arrivals and has taken part in industry events, such as the launch of Drum One at NAMM 2018.

Location and contact

Unit 6 Astra Business Park, Guinness Rd, Manchester M17 1SQ · Phone: 0161 872 9777 · Email: sales@drumone.co.uk