What We Do
Our Services
Custom builds, precision tuning, and 70 years of expertise at your service.
Custom Steel Drum Building
Every Tropical Hammer drum is built to order. From single tenors to full bass sets, each instrument is individually hand-shaped, tempered, and tuned by master craftsman Tom Reynolds. Tell us your needs and we'll craft the perfect pan.
- Single Tenor, Double Tenor, Triple Guitar, Bass
- Custom note layouts available
- Chrome or painted finish options
- Approximately 10 days per drum
Professional Steel Drum Tuning
Tuning is the most critical element of a steel drum's voice. With 70 years of experience, Tom's ears can detect the subtlest variations in pitch, harmonics, and overtones. We tune to concert pitch with pristine overtone clarity.
- Concert pitch tuning
- Overtone balancing
- All drum types accepted
- Quick turnaround available
Repairs & Restoration
Dented, out-of-tune, or damaged steel drums can often be restored to their original brilliance. We repair drums from any maker, bringing them back to life with careful reshaping and precision re-tuning.
- Dent repair and reshaping
- Surface refinishing
- Note restoration
- Full instrument overhaul
Steel Drum Education
Learn from a master. Tom has supplied and supported steel drum programs at schools across Florida, including the Davenport School of the Arts' acclaimed 'Pan-A-Maniacs' ensemble. We can help you start or grow your program.
- School program consulting
- Instrument packages for bands
- Playing instruction
- Ensemble setup guidance
Need a Quote?
Every project is unique. Call us to discuss your steel drum needs and get a personalized quote.
Tropical Hammer provides professional steel drum tuning services, custom steel drum building, and steel drum repairs in Sanford, Florida. Serving Orlando, Central Florida, Seminole County, and nationwide.