How America's Oldest Drum Factory Stayed In Business For Over 160 Years

How America's Oldest Drum Factory Stayed In Business For Over 160 Years | Still Standing

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Seven generations of one family have been making drums at Noble & Cooley since 1854. The Massachusetts company started off manufacturing toys, but is now known for their high-end snare drums made from a single plank of wood.
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How America's Oldest Drum Factory Stayed In Business For Over 160 Years | Still Standing

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@jackbotman 2 жыл бұрын

"This world does not need another mediocre product" Now that is a solid company motto

@exudeku 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking at you, Tech companies

@xerodarkgohst 2 жыл бұрын

Huh. I thought the making process would be far more complex & delicate but I guess not per se. So the drums they make are all made from steam baked planks of timber/lumber? Not genuine drum making if you ask me. Pfft, I was excited to watch but very disappointing. Doesn't take a genius to guess how a genuine drum is made. And the prices are how much? Over priced genuine "toys" in my opinion. I personally wouldn't buy replicas and or "toys" of the real deal. Good beginners kit though. Meh, no thanks.

@Helixforce 2 жыл бұрын

@@xerodarkgohst How do you think top notch genuine drums that professionals would want to use are made, what would you do differently, and what construction method do you think is superior if you see the product as being toys. Also, what do you have right now if you do play, and why do you consider it to be worth the money you have spent on it?

@jackbotman 2 жыл бұрын

@Repent to Jesus Christ Repent to Jesus Christ Satan is the only lord and saviour

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

I imagine Hyeon here is thinking about the shell being made by a lathe cutting a solid block of wood, shaving away all wood inside and outside of said remaining shell.? Like hollow-ing out a log, eh? However, most other drum makers use steam on thin sheets of wood and wrap the sheets (plys) around a form, with glue between the plys and staggering the edges all around. The outside is then covered with one long ply with the edges joined with glue. Many ppl like this method as when played the drum is vibrating as "one piece". I guess the hollowed log went out with the cave man?

@anthonybovee5181 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a drummer. For years and years, I've always wanted a Noble & Cooley snare. After seeing this, I REALLY WANT A NOBLE & COOLEY SNARE!!!

@christopherharmon2433 2 жыл бұрын

Take it they're expensive.

@dantindley5181 2 жыл бұрын

@@christopherharmon2433 i have one if thier brass snares. It cost me £929 which isnt bad considering it is the most high end brand in terms of detail and efford that i can think of. Think Sonor sells a standard birch snare fo £2,100

@rigorhead01 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@jeremythornton433 2 жыл бұрын

I'd like one too and I'm a very lousy drummer.

@Guitarmickey23 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a guitar player but, appreciate what they do. God bless them!

@shadowking931 2 жыл бұрын

To me, it's a very touching thing to see that there are some companies that refuse to sacrifice high quality in the name of higher quantity!

@marcdemell5976 2 жыл бұрын

Amein.

@hannes1734 2 жыл бұрын

@Repent to Jesus Christ Repent to Jesus Christ Chill

@kishascape 2 жыл бұрын

Business inside really overhyped the single wood thing at the start. Had me thinking they were gonna be hollowing out the log to make a full one piece shell.

@robbieaulia6462 Жыл бұрын

@@kishascape same lol, but it is more practical and has less waste products the way they actually do it.

@sterlingodeaghaidh5086 2 жыл бұрын

"You can mess up at every single step, and I have." As a 5th generation carpenter, that is the statement that describes the profession.

@natemoothart6967 Жыл бұрын

Indeed. A true sign of a pro is recognition of the fact that every step is important and that every step can tank a build.

@demodave6054 2 жыл бұрын

Idk why but it's nice to hear someone who is clearly an expert say that they have messed up or failed at their job. Reminds me that no one is perfect and does anything flawlessly

@Wabi-sabi8551 2 жыл бұрын

Any person claiming to be so masterful in their craft that they knock it out of the park every time all the time... is a master of nothing but nonsense.

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

On the human level, I think striving for excellence in your craft is the best anyone can be. A drummist who will buy these drums will more so than not also do just that with their drumming. Oh, I remember the joy of playing well on a drum set of great quality, tone and response!

@jas_bataille 2 жыл бұрын

Not only that... the guy says that he messes up. But have you noticed.... that he doesn't even seem to be using a template...??!!!! He literally *eyeball* the holes. Jesus in High Heaven, every other company use an automatic machine! He doesn't even use a measuring template, tape, or any markings at all!!!!

@AeronKabutoBlade Жыл бұрын

You don't get to become an expert without committing a few mistakes along the way.

@6thwatergateplumber 2 жыл бұрын

You can be interested in music an entire life, and have no idea a company like this exists. I'm happy to not have missed this.

@DG-sf9ei 6 ай бұрын

Great point. This company is literally underground in comparison to Ludwig, Gretsch etc. Looks like they're producing an organic product which is ultimately tested and approved by musician drummers, not some factory machine or substandard parameters which big factories tend to fall into.

@onalyd 2 жыл бұрын

I got a set of their tulipwood drums this year. PHENOMENAL company. They deliver on every single detail. They’re unsurpassed in the drum world

@marcelszekowski315 2 жыл бұрын

nice,

@TheBlueThird 2 жыл бұрын

I'll have to let my drummer know this. He wants to give his son his DW drums but wants a new set for himself.

@onalyd 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBlueThird yeah, I did extensive research before I decided on Noble & Cooley. They don’t pay to have a bunch of endorsers like other companies because the drums speak for themselves. Also, if you email the company directly, they’re really quick to respond and help you customize every detail you’re looking for

@TheBlueThird 2 жыл бұрын

@@onalyd A company that doesn't pay endorsers and has good customer service? What a concept! Thanks for that info.

@souljahfenton5164 2 жыл бұрын

@@marcelszekowski315 zsza begging

@joesantamaria5874 2 жыл бұрын

I still have my Noble and Cooley 7x14 solid maple snare from 1986, sounds incredible. Better than any of my Radio Kings or Leedy Broadway. Definitely the best wood snare I’ve played, and given that I was a drum shop manager in the day, that’s a lot of lumber!

@smellyou 2 жыл бұрын

Video link of that drum please

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

Joe, where was your shop? (I knew my local drum shop mgr on Laurel Canyon Blvd in No. Hollywood..great guy.)

@theblackestvoid 2 жыл бұрын

@@smellyou you can listen to Dookie by Green Day to hear that snare.

@aneweraofawakeningkodihopk9629 2 жыл бұрын

This is what we need in this world. More authentic quality products that have a heart built into them. What a beautiful story

@robertromanski43 2 жыл бұрын

yup,,kinda like the old days before we sold our soul to china

@JonSudano 7 ай бұрын

I've played on a N&C snare and I have yet to hear or feel a snare that unique and full of personality.

@100chuckjones 2 жыл бұрын

i'm not a drummer, I'm a guitarist but I love quality, hand built products like this. Proud to be from N.E.

@Budkiwar 2 жыл бұрын

India?

@jic1 2 жыл бұрын

@@Budkiwar I think he means he's from New England, given that this video is about a Massachusetts company, but my first thought when I saw N.E. was 'Nebraska?'.

@TheJayair 2 жыл бұрын

It is so gratifying to see a father passed down his knowledge and skills, to his son and the sons embraces it an uses to help him in his life.

@Paiadakine 2 жыл бұрын

@ jaafar I totally agree. I’ve read about many successful companies who was started and build by a patriarch, and when they pass and a son takes over, they fail. To me it’s just a waste. The kids and their kids would have a job for life, and they lose it all.

@hhf9000 Жыл бұрын

I made a pick up here over the summer and Jay actually gave me an impromptu tour. Seeing that battlefield drum in person gave me goosebumps . His knowledge and his passion for what he does was amazing and inspiring . A gift to spend that 15 minutes in his shop.

@rick3747 2 жыл бұрын

Superb drums, superb craftsmanship. Pricey, yes but well worth it!

@hazebleu6171 2 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord6545 shut up, bro.

@Jack-pp2ng 2 жыл бұрын

@@hazebleu6171 you successfully shut him up nice

@TWTexasA1 2 жыл бұрын

Like usual…you get what you pay for 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@muniz27 2 жыл бұрын

Tbh $1k isn't even pricey for the quality you get

@85ddrummer 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this it 100% seems worth the price tag. We had a similar manufacturer in Australia called Sleishmann. He ended up outsourcing though

@tenbroeck1958 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a guitarist, banjo player, mandolinist, pedal steel guitarist, etc., but I want one of these handcrafted drums. I could sit and watch these guys do their artisan work for hours. They are true artisans.

@jeffcrist2977 2 жыл бұрын

"The world does not need another mediocre product". Thank you. That will hang in my shop, studio, and garden for all time! Thanks for that!

@kishascape 2 жыл бұрын

“I play the radio and I’m damn good at it”

@kchilz32 2 жыл бұрын

It’s an honor to have the Jones family as friends. Great loving and caring people!

@ladylathe2122 2 жыл бұрын

Im a 3rd generation wood craftsman and its refreshing to see the level of quality and dedication. Im also a musician so it makes it that much more special.

@Pro1er 2 жыл бұрын

Two consecutive words that should be known the world over, "American Craftsmanship". Thank you Noble & Cooley for keeping those words alive.

@marcdemell5976 2 жыл бұрын

Way out of my price range though ,too bad because I would buy a set .

@JeMappelleFrikandel 2 жыл бұрын

@@marcdemell5976 stop being poor

@marshaltito7369 2 жыл бұрын

@@JeMappelleFrikandel Damn I never thought of that with my 3 euro per hour paycheck.

@OM-et4qj 2 жыл бұрын

American Craftmanship? Overrated!

@vivzermattjigosevilla 2 жыл бұрын

The relationship between the father and son is what makes these drums so damn perfect!!!!

@wriggler6983 2 жыл бұрын

Been drumming for almost 30 years - never heard of this company. Amazed.

@alysmoto318 2 жыл бұрын

This is the first time I've heard about them too. I was actually expecting it to be DW when I clicked the video.

@jojothetasmaniansassmonkey8866 2 жыл бұрын

@@alysmoto318 me neither. I was betting on Ludwig or Gretsch when I clicked

@iamthefirsttosecond 2 жыл бұрын

Woah. Hard to imagine

@branmcg9844 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Big ditto. Bet these drums will increase in value big time. Get one or a few now before they become out of the average guy's income.

@rick3747 2 жыл бұрын

I have played since 1976. Nobles didn't "hit" until the 1980s when Phil Collins and Alex Van Halen requested custom snares to start......then every top drummer in Rock, Jazz, studio.... jumped on the wagon.. . Nobles are the Cadillac and Rolls Royce of drums. So many pro drummers have a Nobles complete set just like so many pro piano players have a $100k Bosendorfer while they play a Yamaha or Steinway daily.

@tmargosian 2 жыл бұрын

Noble & Cooley are the OG’s of drum making!

@ufuk5872 2 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord6545 Jesus was a jewish man, all christian are just judaist .

@quavomnimperi7149 2 жыл бұрын

@@ufuk5872 there is a difference between Christianity and Judaism

@ufuk5872 2 жыл бұрын

@@quavomnimperi7149 one pray to god, one pray to yahway isnt it? Same thing.

@quavomnimperi7149 2 жыл бұрын

@@ufuk5872 It is not about the deity they worship it is the aspects and elements of each religious group

@ufuk5872 2 жыл бұрын

@@quavomnimperi7149 sound like a bunch of nerds dont want to be called dorks.

@elcheapo5302 2 жыл бұрын

I have no idea how to play the drums, but for some reason, I want one of these. Beautiful.

@snackboxone364 2 жыл бұрын

@Imagination Wonders unfortunately being different or trying to be different is now a group and or a specific adjective constantly applied to every single human, you can own these drums and you’ll jus the classified into the “he or she owns that special made drum” group

@snackboxone364 2 жыл бұрын

@Imagination Wonders unfortunately it’s impossible for one guy to one it in which people can easily classify that the people who own this were made by the same manufacturer even if they are different even if they are made by two different people, they are still under one company name that many people can easily classify as “the people who owns that type of drums made by that type of drums”

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

Snack Box...wtf are you talking about?

@Rondo2ooo 2 жыл бұрын

I bought about 8 years ago a used Sonor Delite set from a guy that also came with a now 40 years old Noble & Cooley cherry snare. It has a special place in my musical heart. Thanks and greetings from Germany for such a gorgeous instrument.

@guillermoperezgerman 2 жыл бұрын

I believe this company is a treasure. Having some of their drums, as well as having or having owned top drums from Yamaha, Ludwig, Allegra, Rogers, Slingerland, Tama and DW; there is truly something special in N&C drums. It’s a quality of sound and craftsmanship. They just sound beautiful. Perfectly balanced. This is what american manufactuing can be. Master craftsmen like this, every drummer should make it a wish to have at least one N&C drum:

@bally1213 2 жыл бұрын

How wonderful to see a business built on old skills and resolute in maintaining that way, now and the future. Great dad and son relationship

@turbine6338 2 жыл бұрын

Master Craftsman's at work these days is not often we see. Wonderful to see amazing hand made drums being made

@reverentlygrim2666 2 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord6545 jesus a human like me, how exactly can he cause benefit or harm to me?! that is illogical.

@kyuutie2325 2 жыл бұрын

@@reverentlygrim2666 jesus was 100% man and 100% god

@reverentlygrim2666 2 жыл бұрын

@@kyuutie2325 How god can be eternal omnipotent being and in the same time a mortal meek man from Nazareth, listen to your self.

@kyuutie2325 2 жыл бұрын

@@reverentlygrim2666 he has the nature of both eternal deity and mortal humanity

@reverentlygrim2666 2 жыл бұрын

@@kyuutie2325 Why god chose to manifest in a human? why not a mortal eagle, why not a red pine tree or an a steroid!!

@Greg-om2hb 2 жыл бұрын

It must be so rewarding to be able to make a living creating beautiful instruments that are in constant demand by musicians who demand the best.

@snakefich 2 жыл бұрын

this is art, I bought a snare 30 years ago, still is my best sounding snare, Thank you Noble & Cooley

@TimMillernapavalleyfilmworks 6 ай бұрын

Drummer for 35 years and have yet to hear about this company. I’m glad I Did!

@raptoravenger06 2 жыл бұрын

Good quality wood= Good sound from the snare

@yawarakai3003 2 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord6545 did jesus tell you how the snare sound with good wood?

@AS-ol2kz 2 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord6545 Go and ask for a billion dollars from your Jesus so that you don't have to spam here.

@stevefolsom2778 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! I'm very impressed with these guys.They take pride in their craft.Absolutely beautiful drums that sound amazing.MADE IN THE USA.AWESOME!!

@crush3095 2 жыл бұрын

I hope kids continue to know the joy of woodworking in high school When I was a kid, I remember passing some wood through the planer, making a guitar stand, beautiful purple heart and maple strips My cousin still uses that guitar stand, over a decade later passing your fingers over the wood grain that you shaped is a satisfaction that cannot be paralleled digitally

@souldeep808 2 жыл бұрын

This video just sold a drum!!!! Wow! I will support their craftsmanship and attention to detail.

@Lone-Wolf87 2 жыл бұрын

Everything made by hand and hard working people to me is always better.

@hamtramckchronicles 2 жыл бұрын

I am a drummer, and let me tell you that Noble &Cooley are among the finest percussion instruments ever to be produced. Worth every penny they charge.

@williamford3861 2 жыл бұрын

thats great mate you have great drums i play too and have a pearl birchwood kit chrome great sound and a sonor mahogany kit i willing to bet my drums sound just as good as yours if im wrong ill give both kits to you cheers

@OliveDr0ps Жыл бұрын

I’ve been privately restoring instruments for a few years now and to see a handmade snare kit like this built makes me want to dive into something like this full time. Beautiful work.

@brianblair1478 Жыл бұрын

It's so incredible to see this kind of dedication to true craft & lageacy. It's not a marketing slogan, its a refreshing commitment to quality. It is an honorable, and a very difficult, standard to meet. Especially, in a throw-away society.

@pandorski35000 2 жыл бұрын

i'm not even a drummer but i can recognize true artisans when i see some, these people are rare and their dedication still more

@bluehornet6752 Жыл бұрын

I've played a bunch of their drums over the years--never heard a bad one. They're outstanding instruments, no question about it.

@starspangled2206 2 жыл бұрын

I owned a lot of drums in the past. …. I sold everything in the great purge. Including a few pieces I shouldn’t have. Now, years have gone by … and I’m ready to collect again… but this time around I’m going to collect by the standard that these guys live by. My next drum(s) will be Noble & Cooley. Gentlemen, I salute you 🇺🇸

@As-du9he 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most satisfying videos I’ve ever seen on KZfaq. I hope this company is around for many, many more years! I love their dedication to quality and craftsmanship. Some things ARE worth paying more for, and this is one of them.

@DeadKoby 2 жыл бұрын

The single rolled plank is a very old technique, and still highly coveted. Awesome stuff.

@ThekiBoran 2 жыл бұрын

What holds the seam together?

@mitchallen5819 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThekiBoran was wondering that myself.

@Svenz0r 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThekiBoran They bevel the ends of the board so they overlap then glue them together. If you pause at 3:05 you can see it.

@ThekiBoran 2 жыл бұрын

@@Svenz0r Now I see it. The bevel is about 4" or 5" from the ends, it isn't just the last 1/2" of each end. A lot more surface area to glue.

@eternalshadows4407 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see these made in person. Those drums are gorgeous. Been playing since I was a kid and I was drooling when I saw these beautiful kits

@gregbester3855 2 жыл бұрын

Pure artisanal craftmanship. Always loved their drums. Beautiful.

@DrGIzmoBRad 2 жыл бұрын

"Top Shelf"... brought a tear to the eye. Keep her goin' steady.

@MrAllstar 2 жыл бұрын

This is the type of company the world needs. Quality and sustainability and those drums must be amazing!

@ericcarabetta1161 2 жыл бұрын

What a clever paint drying rig.

@crusinscamp 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought so too.

@nista67 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. An idea first thought up by Sonor many decades ago.

@drumtavo 2 жыл бұрын

This video is as great and lovely as the drums they make. As a drummer with over 20 years of experience, I feel blessed and grateful that this company and its people exist. Beside this, the quality, history, tone, look and general construction and sound of Noble & Cooley drums is unparalleled. Truly unique, beautiful instruments and in my opinion, nothing really compares. Every cent spent on each of the Noble & Coley drums I own was done with absolute happiness, pride and surpassed musical joy. Gustavo Moreno. Melbourne, Australia.

@ITube4RealFun Жыл бұрын

Fascinating ! didn't know the cylinders were made of wood, always thought it was some kind of composite or synthetic material

@michaellowe17 2 жыл бұрын

In 2009 I picked up a seven inch deep maple Noble & Cooley snare made in 1988. This past Saturday I drove from Pittsburgh to Baltimore (and back) to buy a three and seven eighths inch deep walnut Noble & Cooley snare. I took it to rehearsal that night, and the guys were blown away.

@gordie4059 Жыл бұрын

Seen their drums in some boutique shops, but never knew the history behind them. Awesome stuff!

@paulsteezo1772 2 жыл бұрын

I own 6 Noble and Cooley Snare Drums!!! THE BEST SNARES EVER!!!

@6582rg 7 ай бұрын

I used a Noble & Cooley at one gig, a drummer's showcase. It was the nicest snare I've ever played. Warm, sensitive and beautiful is my best description. It was a simple piano black finish wearing a REMO Ambassador coated head.

@AlanSamuel 2 жыл бұрын

the best part of this whole video is the last sentence at the end. This is sooo moving!

@Eric_In_SF 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve seen their drums in magazines my whole life but I had no idea They were chopping down there own trees. Kind of makes me wanna get a snare

@zenmonkey9 2 жыл бұрын

My wife worked there in the '70's, in the topmost floor where they made toy drums. She worked on a hot press that formed the plastic drum head. Drove past the place on a few trips to Granville Country Store when she took me to visit her mom's house in Hartland.

@aliwatz 2 жыл бұрын

Love this story and company. I pray that it will continue for generations to come.

@soarornor 2 жыл бұрын

Great report! Real quality. It’s nice to see a small American company thrive so beautifully. This is the way it should be.

@billiepulera1008 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Being a drummer I give this family and it's company nothing but love and much respect.

@zafir7 2 жыл бұрын

What a blessing to work with your own father/son.

@butchcassidy3373 2 жыл бұрын

One of these days I'll own some of these drums. Great company with unmatched craftsmanship.

@TWTexasA1 2 жыл бұрын

There’s not much more pleasing than something crafted by an individual with precision and care. Whether it be a musical instrument or a piece of furniture . Machines might make it faster but they won’t make it better…thanks for a great little video showing how awesome your company is 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@JeffinMJohn 2 жыл бұрын

A treat for drummers 🎊

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

Ah yes. For drummers and for all who hear these great drums in music.

@casterman2 7 ай бұрын

A drummer friend helped me record one of my songs in 2004. He had a Noble & Cooley set. I’m so glad we were in a studio that had the equipment to do it justice! U87 room mics, AKG 414s, Neve console was absolutely ear candy. Not to mention he was a great drummer. A forever memory.

@johnfoster535 2 жыл бұрын

This small company...and especially it's PEOPLE....are a national treasure. Let's pray succeeding generations of this family will keep it going with all the same love and care they put into it now. They made a " Lincoln Drum" for the future president's campaign which bore Abe's image on it and it had special silver hardware. James Cooley noted that he finished the drum in his book, calling it " the finest thing ever made ". It was taken into the war by a Massachusetts regiment and remains missing to this day. Brave boys bore their NC drums into the hell of combat...many into eternity. If any company deserves to be recognized and preserved for their history and quality...it's THIS one !

@ScoutSniper3124 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive workmanship, and I'd LOVE to be able to buy some of their throw away wood. Black Walnut is so beautiful.

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

Black Walnut wood can be bought in many quality wood shops I imagine.

@cvn6555 2 жыл бұрын

I have two 40 foot black walnut trees you can have for free.

@ScoutSniper3124 2 жыл бұрын

@@cvn6555 Where?

@cvn6555 2 жыл бұрын

@@ScoutSniper3124 Pennsyltucky

@ScoutSniper3124 2 жыл бұрын

@@cvn6555 I wish I lived closer, I live in Florida. Thank you for the offer. Anyone who knows how beautiful black walnut is should jump at the chance to cut and clear those trees for you. Thanks again.

@BaltimoreAndOhioRR 2 жыл бұрын

This was really interesting! 🥁

@chad9160 2 жыл бұрын

You’re everywhere lol

@EarthtonesCymbals 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing but absolute love & respect.

@williampalenik7306 2 жыл бұрын

I am a drummer but I never heard of this drum company let alone that they are the oldest company in the USA making drums this day, I hope they never quit we need more USA manufacturing in this country than shipping in stuff from other countries.

@davide.pedersen3378 2 жыл бұрын

During a period of my career I worked for a backline rental company. I primarily worked in drums and percussion. We had a NC snare drum in the inventory. And it was usually the first or second choice on a number of tech riders. It was painted in a deep green lacquer finish, which made the hardware really pop! And the drummers that wanted it, had nothing but good things to say about it. 🥁😎☮️🥁

@krenwregget7667 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely fantastic. As a drummer/woodworker who has built his own stave kit from scratch, this is inspiring.

@drumbumrockyable Жыл бұрын

As a drummer of over 25 years I highly respect this brand. Not many American drum companies do it like this and I'm all for it. Hell yea brother

@mcmarine777 2 жыл бұрын

Very rare sight - a company such as this. Great to see

@johnpenley 2 жыл бұрын

Noble and Cooley makes a wonderful drum shell. Glad they are getting their recognition.

@christiancea6 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video. I had NO idea the history on this company went back so far. The attention to detail and the quality is outstanding on their drums. Awesome!

@AlbertMoyerJr 2 жыл бұрын

As a drummer, I never knew the history of Noble & Cooley. Now that I do I love their drums even more. I never knew why their drums cost more, but this video definite shows the pride, quality, and materials that warrant the price paid for a top-quality product. Made in the USA.

@Rudare916 2 жыл бұрын

It put a huge smile on my face to hear this business is thriving and did well during economic times.

@earldrum 8 ай бұрын

I’ve owned five of there snare drums, one drum kit, and they refinished my favorite N&C SS 5x14 snare during the pandemic. They are a classy business and I love their drums! Great story!

@VOLAIRE 2 жыл бұрын

This was so therapeutic and relaxing to watch, I can't explain it haha

@TU42Fuzzy 2 жыл бұрын

Facts lol

@Assimilator702 2 жыл бұрын

I seriously get teared up seeing drums bring made by hand and every aspect of quality control bring meticulously scrutinized.

@rhunter5008 2 жыл бұрын

How does your name look like that

@EricJh21690 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me happy seeing this as I'm personally a Masshole born n raised myself haha. We've also got Zildjian in Norwell MA 🤘🏼

@johnrogers9481 2 жыл бұрын

...what is "personally a Masshole"??

@EricJh21690 2 жыл бұрын

@@johnrogers9481 a person from Massachusetts....aka a masshole 🥴

@Bozha_Kapetanovic91 5 ай бұрын

I'am a drummer almost 20years, I never heard about this company, I am WOWed!

@Dolores5000 2 жыл бұрын

So incredible integrity and craftsmanship! Fantastic

@crazy8sdrums 2 жыл бұрын

I have huge respect for N&C! Made in the USA!

@Samir-gx2fb 2 жыл бұрын

My school's band is the reason why this company is still running

@mammontustado9680 2 жыл бұрын

Oh really? What a hero

@cristiancamberos5 2 жыл бұрын

@@mammontustado9680 😂🤣😂

@CalebD413 2 жыл бұрын

Noble and Cooley, Zildjian, Vic Firth. All Massachusetts companies. :)

@justinl.3317 7 ай бұрын

Noble & Cooley was the only newer drum i ever owned. I always had mid 1950's to late 1960's vintage drums. My go to were Gretsch, Premier, and Rogers in that order. I did purchase a plied and solid shell off Ebay; that were great snare drums. I had also owned 2 Slingerland Radio King solid shell snares, one being a 1939 and a mid 1940's. Again those old vintage drums had sound. Surprising to most, i had found a 13" x 8" Premier snare drum that was a brass shell, that had a five ply piece of Birch inside the shell. In my top 3 snares of all time. Primer had also made a 14" x 9" version.

@Buddythunder1 2 жыл бұрын

What lovely folks, I've just put one of their snares on my wishlist. Beautiful!

@wkeena 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome these drums are gorgeous and true handcrafted instruments made by great craftsmen! I love Noble and Cooley!!

@themangopyrate 6 ай бұрын

Played a N&C kit in the 90's, in a studio in Wisconsin. I have yet, to this day, ever played a kit that sounded so pure. It was absolutely amazing.

@superbmediacontentcreator Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic company profile by Business Insider. Just terrific work all around guys!

@landonjones1516 2 жыл бұрын

VERY COOL MACHINERY! Good on ya boys!!! Your family is a huge inspiration! Keep it up fellas!!

@alanfurlong-drummer4419 2 жыл бұрын

This is just amazing craftsmanship really awesome video and it’s wonderful to watch these guys passion to create an amazing drum(s). Dad and son are awesome God bless you guys and your business.

@janpavelkovar2248 2 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing business, work, process, and family team. WOW.

@davidseabourn4093 2 жыл бұрын

American PRIDE!!!! Thank you gentlemen for keeping the tradition alive. Your ancestors are smiling. 🇺🇸⭐🇺🇸⭐🇺🇸⭐🇺🇸⭐🇺🇸⭐

@saraswatic7996 2 жыл бұрын

One thing I've understood from this series *"still standing"* is that For all those still keeping the same business , it's not a business for them ,it is themselves they see in it. You can't give up on yourself 👍

@surfershaper 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting perspective! Thanks for pointing that out. I've been perfecting an art and craft for decades! It's a passionate obsession, but actually using your creation as it's designed is where the drive comes from, and makes the work enjoyable.