If ever there was a drum shop suited to a city, it’s Revival, which embodies Portland’s independent spirit, dedication to community, and allegiance to small-batch craftsmanship. Its two floors (including a wing dedicated to lessons, clinics, and performances) are heavy on vintage kits and snares from well-known manufacturers. But among the name-brand gear is a wide selection of artisanal cymbals from the Portland-based company Cymbal & Gong, snares and all manner of accessories from Pacific Northwest–based Keplinger Drums, one-of-a-kind percussion by Morfbeats, and so much more you usually don’t see, even at the most independent-minded drum shops.

July 2018 Issue