"DRUMMERS SERVING DRUMMERS SINCE 1984"
ALEX SIMPSONOWNER/OPERATOR
Alex was born with a pair of sticks in one hand and a Rupp's Drums gift card in the other! Alex has since enjoyed a diverse career in the drum industry as a DCI Finalist, a Rupp's Sales Manager and an independent drummer in Colorado and NYC. Alex brings a wealth of experience to bear in his mission to strengthen and embolden the Colorado drumming community!
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Yamaha Club Custom - Orange Swirl Lacquer (10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, Snare) Paiste 602 Modern Essentials Cymbals DW 9000 Pedals/Hardware
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Rush - Vapor Trails
| EVAN MILLEROPERATIONS MANAGER
Evan has been playing drums for the last 15 years and performing with bands around the Denver area for the last 10. He draws from his vast experience with marching, jazz, orchestral, punk, and hip hop styles to assist drummers from all backgrounds. With one ear to the record player and one ear to the community, Evan serves both the music and the people that create it.
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Modified Ludwig Breakbeats Kit Ludwig 70's Acrolite Snare Zildjian Constantinople/Avedis Cymbals DW Ultra-Lite Hardware
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Chon - Grow
| DANIEL DOSSEYMARKETING MANAGER
Dan moved to Denver in 2018 from Branson, MO where he was the drummer for the Tony-Winning musical Million Dollar Quartet. He's performed on many different albums and stages throughout his career and is presently a sideman w/various groups in Colorado and around the country. Dan is a proud sponsor of Innovative Percussion sticks and mallets.
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Ludwig Classic Maple - Green Lacquer (12, 13, 16, 24) Ludwig Supraphonic Snare (6.5x14) Zildjian/Sabian Cymbals
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Super Furry Animals - Rings Around The World
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TAYLOR DROSESALES MANAGER
Taylor has been playing drums for 17 years and currently tours & records with Silver & Gold, Aviary Girl, Anterroir and Pie Lombardi. Taylor takes great pride in curating a world-class vintage drum selection for the store. When he's not playing drums or talking vintage gear, he can be found taking pictures or hanging out with his dog, Chloe.
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Gretsch Brooklyn - Deep Black Pearl (13,16,18,24) Gretsch USA Custom - Seafoam Green (13, 16, 24) Zildjian K Cymbals Various, Gretsch, Yamaha & Ludwig Snare Drums
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Russian Circles - Memorial
| COLLIN SITGREAVESTEACHING FACULTY
Collin received a BM in Music Performance and has been teaching private lessons and marching programs in Colorado since 2008. A verified musical chameleon, Collin performs with various pop/rock, jazz, funk, blues & musical theater ensembles. He also performs with the Denver Nuggets SKYLINE Drumline and is a Sabian Education Network artist.
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Sonor AQ2 Maple - Titanium Sparkle (10, 12, 14, 18, 20, snare) Sabian Cymbals Pearl Pedals & Hardware
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Porcupine Tree - In Absentia
| ADRIANA PEREZDRUM SPECIALIST
Drummer, audio engineer, producer, icon. When she’s not at Rupp’s, in the studio, or para-diddling away on a practice pad, Adriana gigs with Amazing Adventures, KANDIN, and The Jackson Harkness Trio. With over a decade of experience as a working drummer, and a passion for producing, her friends know her as the provider of Wheat Thins and sick beats.
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Gretsch Renown Maple (12, 16, 22) Gretsch Taylor Hawkins Signature Snare A Zildjian Cymbals Steve Gadd Signature Drumsticks
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM The Internet - Ego Death
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MARCO DELEONDRUM SPECIALIST
Marco is a devoted student of the pen, a drummer, and aspiring cactus aficionado. For the last fourteen years, Marco has found his own niche within the acoustic and electronic world of drums and appreciates the many benefits that hybrid drumming offers the modern drummer. Did we mention he knows his cacti?
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Yamaha Stage Custom - Raven Black Lacquer (12, 16, 18, 24, Snare) Yamaha DTX Electronic Drums
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Between The Buried And Me - The Great Misdirect | DEVON ROGERSTEACHING FACULTY
Devon has enjoyed performing, teaching and recording drums for 30 years. With decades of experience in drum retail, he offers a rare level of product knowledge when working with customers. Devon also enjoys giving his many drum students the tools they need to develop their skills and find their voice on the drums!
CURRENT DRUM SETUP Hybrid Roland TD-50 & DW Drums Kit 70s Ludwig Supraphonic Snare DW & Tama Pedals & Hardware
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM DJ Shadow - Endtroducing | JIMMIE DEANECOMMERCE SPECIALIST
For the past 30 years Jimmie has been involved with music performance, retail, distribution, education, and non-profits. He plays drums with a variety of artists and owns Denver Music Group, a pro audio distribution and sales company. Jimmie is an outspoken advocate for the arts and works to empower drummers in Colorado!
CURRENT DRUM SETUP DW Collectors Kit (10,12,14,16,20) Sonor 1960s Teardrop Kit (13,16,20) Soultone Cymbals
FAVORITE BAND/ALBUM Prince - Sign O' The Times |