New marching drums for the Conscript Band of the Finnish Defence Forces

The Finnish Defence Forces’ Conscript Band got new Kumu marching drums in early December. In total, there are 12 drums, which all feature SuperWoodHoops. The dimensions are 14” x 13”, and the color is TunisianNight, finished in GlossTone. In addition, the hoops come with chrome bands and the sides are furnished with battle flags. Pretty cool for marching displays all over the globe…

The Hustler

At times you have let loose a bit, so I carried out an idea I’d had for a long time…

A New Set for Kuoppis

A while ago Sami came up with the idea of a more compact set...

Past features

» 25 years of building instruments!

» Greetings from Lahti and Tavastia Drum Fairs!

Contact and ordering

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It’s also worth checking out the FAQ section. And please note: when you wish to come over and test Kumu drums, remember to contact me in advance.


The unique Kumu drums have secured their place in the drum world. A musician, who wants a really individual top-class drum set - made exactly for him/herself, with specific sizes and at a reasonable price – will choose Kumus. The starting point for the Kumu sound is the super-thin shells which are made in our own molds. Add to these handmade top-notch bearing edges, individual D-lugs, bass drum SideHoles, Kumurim suspension system for the toms, ClassicWoodHoops / SuperWoodHoops or PowerHoop steel hoops. All this results in a drum set which makes life easier both in live performances and in the studio: the drums have a healthy and balanced sound, and they are effortless to tune and play. Also, at the same time you always get “a collector’s edition” drum kit, in the best meaning of the term “collector’s choice”.

All the best,

Pekka "Kumu-Pekka" Helanen


(Translation by Sami Huohvanainen)

KUMU DRUMS

Olympiakatu 1, 13130 Hämeenlinna, Finland, Puh./fax (03) 612 7424, email




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