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Los Angeles Drum Services
2911 Thornton Ave
Burbank, CA 91504
Uber
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Services
Cymbal Services
Professional Cymbal Cleaning, Restoration, Logo Replacement, Custom Graphics
Any cymbal without cracks can be professional cleaned and looking new
We replace your logos using the same special ink the manufacture uses.
So you can be sure it will withstand a beating.
We have an extensive official Logo file of most new and old company logos.
We do custom work for cymbal manufactures.
We accept and ship International and out of state orders.
Cleaning
You can call and schedule a time to drop your pies (cymbals) off if you are in the area.
If you are not or that is just not convenient you can click on the "GET A RA#" links or buttons. If you planning on shipping your cymbals please download the shipping guide prior sending them.
Our turn around time is fast and satisfaction is our #1 Priority!
Pricing
- 7" - 13" $15.00
- 10"-13" Hi-Hat Sets $20.00
- 14" - 18" $20.00
- 14"-17" Hi-Hat Sets $25.00
- 19" - 24" $30.00
We offer special discounts for schools, Music Stores, Drum Corps, Music Institutes
Call or Email us for a quote
Some people don't like company logos on their cymbals
Let us know if you would like them removed during the cleaning process. See below for logo re-stamping/Replacement.
Replacing your logos..
We can replace the worn out logos on your cymbals. We have an extensive logo library of most new and old Zildjian, Sabian, Paiste cymbals
We pay careful attention to detail and have provided this service to cymbal collectors who appreciate those efforts.
We use the same specialize Ink the manufactures use so can rest assured it will withstand your punishment
Pricing
- 7" - 15" cymbals $30.00
- 16" - 24" cymbals (per logo set) $20.00
We offer special discounts for schools, Music Stores, Drum Corps, Music Institutes
Call or emails us for a quote
Custom Graphics!
Now We're talking!!
LADS is the first company in North America to provide this service. We may not be the last but we were the first!!
Our designs, your designs or let us create something for you!
We can ink in multiple colors including UV mixtures or UV Ink!
Imagine your cymbal graphic glows under UV lights.... BLAMBO! Looks normal under regular lights and then.....Blambo! (Not sure that's a word but we're using it).
Pricing in this area is going to be a bit complex for custom orders and will be based on how intricate the art work is and how many colors
Your Signature Inked
- one side $20.00
- Both sides $30.00
The UV Skull (or similar simple artwork)
- one or both sides $25.00
We offer special discounts for schools, Music Stores, Drum Corps, Music Institutes
Call or emails us for a quote
Equipment Storage
WE DON'T JUST STORE DRUMS!!!!! But we do limit our storage to professionals in the music business and musical equipment.
As you may or may not know I (Chris Achzet) have been a touring tech for 25+ years
One of my biggest frustrations of being a tech was the storage situation. After a tour the gear just gets town back in the locker and see ya next time ya need something mentality. I would have to root around in an unorganized locker, never able to find stuff should a session or a last minute need arises. Nofault of anyones just the way things have been done. Those days are over.....
Each incoming client has their gear inventoried at no additional expense
This is done as a one time courtesy. We continue to monitor what comes in and out from that point forward.
Each case, bag or loose item is either ID tagged or labeled
We can provide our suggestions as how we could help you better organize your gear so it is more readily available
We do keep your locker in order as things come and go.
We are also happy to customize your locker to soot your needs. Box Shelving for individual drums
Elevated Shelves for room for road case underneath. Vertical shelves for guitars, Slotted shelves for keyboards. Whatever your needs are we can simplify your musical life!
Until demand over rules, LADS amazing practice room is FREE to use (subject to availability) to our storage clients
Pricing
- Full 10'x10'x12' Private Locker (Per month) $300.00
- Half 5'x5'x12' Semi-Private Locker (Per month) $150.00
- Rack Storage: for one kit and hardware package (Per Month) $75.00
Open Storage
prices vary on space usage
Cartages
Although we are not a dedicated cartage company we will accommodate our clients requests if possible.
Manufacture Services
Find out what LADS can do for your Brand! ; Come and experience the fast, reliable, professional support that is Los Angeles Drum Services! ; "The rig got tons of attention and response. If there could have been a Best In Show in our section, we would have gotten it" - Brand Owner
LADS takes a unique approach to working with equipment manufactures
Get the best Artist support in LA from people who have the experience!!
You could leave your equipment in the hands of a rental company or you can use LADS professional services
LADS is not a dedicated rental company so your equipment does not get rented out to anyone and especially back yard barbecues. Your gear is reserved to support your artists and for opportunities to get your brand in front on TV, FILM.
How this makes sense for LADS is we charge a minimal storage fee to house your gear
Those fees are dependent on what your space requirements are. This gear remains yours. We will not rent it out so it always remains in pristine condition. It stays looking good, sounding good and we know how to service pros. We have been doing it for over 20 years! Feel free to call or email Chris Achzet should you have any questions in this regard. As more and more manufactures are concluding, this makes sense.
Other Services Offered
NAMM Display / Product Display Designs
We can do the extraordinary!
Product Development
Chris has more experience in drums, drum parts and hardware than most and has been an innovator in his field.
Artist Relations liaison
Studio and Television Services
"I have done more TV promo, Award Shows, Studio Sessions and music videos than I can shake a stick at!"
Chris Achzet (LADS OWNER)
MTV, The Tonight Show
Johnny Carson, Jay Leno), Ellen, David Letterman Show, Rosie Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, American Idol, Jimmy Kimball Show, MTV Awards, Billboard Awards, VMA's, AMA's, Grammy's, Oscar Awards events, CMA's and many more for the last 25 years
Tuning Sessions
Dweezil Zappa, Black Sabbath, George Lynch, I Mother Earth, Great White, numerous sessions working under Paul Jamieson Studio Drum Rentals in the late 80's - early 90's. Currently providing drums and tunings for ABC's Rising Star iTunes sessions.
" I haven't done a ton of studio setups or tunings due to my extensive time touring but since I started LADS that has changed."
Chris Achzet (LADS OWNER)
Recording Services
LADS can offer some amazing recording kits
We have some selections that are unique in the USA and are some of the best sounding recording kits we have worked with.
Are Studio Rental Prices are amazing
We offer packages which include up to 8 snare drums for no additional charge. So if you're ready to stop over paying for studio drum rentals give us a call!
What you get is service with a smile and a professional attitude
LADS technicians are prompt, professional and experienced.
SAVE $$$$
Studio Kit rentals
Extensive Snare Drum Collection
25+ years of tuning experience
On time service
Knowledge on how to achieve your desired sound
You only get level of experience with the years it takes to accumulate that the of knowledge.
Television
LADS has the experience required to provide tech and tuning services for your show
Be it seasonal contracts or one-off's we can provide the piece of mind that we will have you covered and worry free.
Tech Services for house bands
Tech Services for guest bands
Custom configured stands and drum racks. Make your band stand out
Equipment/Backline Team Leader
Video Services
Drum Head Mutes (Yes ours actually look like drumheads)
Cymbal Mutes
Marshall Dummy Amps and Cabs
Drum Kits
Name Brand Cymbals or Custom Cymbal Graphics Optional
Equipment Stand design
Equipment Consultations
Tech Services
Need a drum tech or backline tech? We can cover your needs with experienced professionals and you can rest in comfort knowing things will be done right
Live Concerts
Studio
Show Cases
Television
LADS has 25+ years in servicing concert tours, studios and Television!
Touring Tech
Chris offers private classes on what it takes to be on the road behind some of the worlds best drummers and artists
Intermediate and advance drum electronic setups and programing
Tuning and tuning dynamics
Advise and guidance
Tips on setups
Each private class is tailored to what you need to accomplish most
"I will tell you my secrets that helped me get to where I have in touring". -Chris
If you are interested contact LADS to schedule an appointment with Chris.
Be sure to ask for rates and any currently running discount offers
Testimonials
J. Colangelo, Drum / Back Line Tech: Rihanna Touring
As a professional Drum Tech, finding out you are being sent to LA to learn the ins and outs of an electronics rig by Tech-to-the-stars, Chris Achzet, in preparation for an upcoming Rihanna tour is awe
I could only equate it to being a promising hitter in the major leagues and finding out your hitting coach was going to be Mickey Mantle. You know the experience is going to be amazing, daunting at times, and most likely change the way you approach your job forever.
I am one of the lucky few that have lived this experience and it will, without question, change the way I approach any gig going forward
The end result of this 4 day long process was that I walked away with a skill set for the drum electronic system that I could not have gained anywhere else, let alone in that amount of time. It also resulted in a stadium tour that went off without any problems to speak of.
As a professional tech with over 20 years of touring experience, my advice to anyone serious about learning drum electronic and set ups is to embrace any chance possible to spend time at L.A.D.S with
It will be an amazing experience that you will never forget.
I am proud, and fortunate, to have Chris as both a mentor and friend."
Tour Preparation Service
This service is a gem for certain situations where you don't have returning back-line techs
new band lineup or don't want to fly and pay for the expense of having out-of-towners come to the LA area f. Whatever your reason is this service makes a god deal of sense.
We can provide back-line techs for one or all positions you need covered for your rehearsal period
In some cases a tech may be available to join the tour if requested. The point of this services is to provide the Production experienced hi-end techs to come in and get the band/musician tour ready. LADS techs have the connections with the manufactures to help insure production receives the very best deal. Can trouble shoot any initial problems and have the foresight to head off anything that doesn't make sense or would be over looked by a less experienced tech. Once your band is good to go a production can bring in the normal tech, bring in a more affordable tech or whatever makes sense. The long and short is the band will be set for tour, have the gear, supplies they need and the confidence to go with it.
A quick bullet point list of what can be done
Initial Setups/Builds
Design and build tour rigs
Programming
Liaison with player endorsement companies to get what gear is needed for the tour for free or the best possible deal
Build cable looms
Address cases and get with production for what is needed
Can design new cases, look in artist locker for something hat would work or find the best deal on used cases that may work