Celebrating 30 Years of Percussion Excellence
1995 - 2025
For three decades, we’ve dedicated ourselves to crafting instruments that empower percussionists to find their unique voice. From humble beginnings to setting the industry standard, Black Swamp has evolved through innovation, passion, and a commitment to excellence. Thank you for being part of our journey—we couldn’t have done it without you. Here’s to the next 30 years of sound, community, and artistry.
Introducing the 30th Anniversary Lineup
An (incomplete) history of Black Swamp Percussion
swipe below to take a "scroll" through Black Swamp memory lane
Crafting Collaborations
The iconic 30th Anniversary snare drum was crafted in collaboration with Steve Crawley of Evetts Drum Co and Steele Turkington of Kentville Drums.
30th Anniversary Merch
Embrace the Process
Creating a successful product doesn’t happen overnight. It takes vision, persistence, patience, and pride in the process. After 30 years, we’ve learned that success isn’t just about making great instruments—it’s about making them better every time.
Martelo Percussion member, Leonardo Gorosito, composed a brand new percussion ensmeble work titled "Pântano" (which translates to "Swamp" in English). This was a gift from the group to Black Swamp Percussion in celebration of our 30th Anniversary! This brand new piece is for triangle, tambourine, castanets, and woodblocks.
The Voices of BSP
Our journey is deeply intertwined with the vibrant community of artists and educators who not only use our instruments but actively contribute to their evolution. These crucial relationships have shaped Black Swamp Percussion over the past 30 years, transforming it from a small operation into a global presence in the percussion world.