January 15th-18th, 2009. Johnny Craviotto met with artists and consumers alike, to discuss what's in store for the upcoming year!
Craviotto Booth @ Namm '09...

A few of the new products on display...
2009 Craviotto Classic Series - Solid Mahogany Kit. 14x22, 16x16, 9x13, 6.5x14

2009 Craviotto Classic Series - Solid American Ash Kit.
14x20, 14x14, 8x12, 7.5x10, 5.5x14


2009 Custom Shop Series - "One-Ply" Walnut/Curly Maple Hybrid w/ Matching Wood Hoops.
AKA: "The Kimmel Kit" 16x24, 16x18, 16x16, 10x14, 7x14

AND YES... The NEW Craviotto/AK COPPER Diamond Series Snare Drum! Only (50) 5.5x14 & (50) 6.5x14 will be offered...



While showcasing all of the new products for 2009, Johnny C. took a few moments to acknowledge those who have supported his company throughout the past year...


2008 Domestic Dealer Of The Year: Memphis Drum Shop. Owner: Jim Pettit.



2008 International Distributor Of The Year: BR Distribution. Owner: Barry Race.



Many thanks to all who visited our booth, and we look forward to seeing you at Namm 2010!

All the best,

Craviotto Drum Company.

On January 19th 2009, Mr. Jimmy Kimmel took delivery of his new Craviotto Custom Shop Series Drum Set. Showcased at Namm 2009, this "1 of 1" kit is a "Hybrid" of Walnut/Curly Maple/Walnut, and has matching curly maple reinforcing rings, as well as matching curly maple vintage-style wood hoops and clips.


16x24, 16x18, 16x16, 10x14, 7x14SN.

Mr. Kimmel contacted Craviotto Drum Company after Ronnie Vannucci & The Killers played on his show, just before Thanksgiving 2008. He mentioned that he thought Ronnie's solid walnut kit, was one of the most beautiful drum sets he'd ever seen. Johnny Craviotto showed him what we were "working on" for Namm 2009, and he loved the kit!



Mr. Kimmel and his son both play drums, and now own one of the most incredible and unique kits Craviotto Drum Company has ever produced. This kit, #100 for the company, marks Craviotto's 5th anniversary since their 2004 Namm debut.

Craviotto is honored to have Mr. Kimmel playing Craviotto drums.

Craviotto Drum Company Presents…

The 2009 COPPER Diamond Series Story…

Master drum-builder Johnny Craviotto has been handcrafting solid-shell wood drums for decades. In 2007, Johnny Craviotto set out to create a snare drum that had not graced the drumming community since the 1920’s. He wanted to incorporate old-world heritage while embracing the high standards of Craviotto quality. In partnership with Adrian Kirchler of AK Drums / Italy, Johnny and AK teamed up to offer a one-of-a-kind handcrafted brass-shell snare drum, called “The Diamond Series”. After a very successful run, the limited N.O.B. 2007 Diamond Series Snare Drum is no longer available…

In 2009, Johnny Craviotto and AK have teamed up for a second time, to offer a handcrafted solid COPPER snare drum. This exceptional COPPER snare drum is finished with Craviotto’s signature nickel-plated hardware, and NEW Craviotto/AK Diamond Three-Point Vintage Strainer.

The 2009 Craviotto/AK COPPER Diamond Series provides a dark, warm tone with unsurpassed sensitivity; while providing the cut and clarity that made the original Craviotto/AK Diamond Series Snare Drum, one of the most sought-after snare drums in history.

Offered in sizes 5.5 x 14 & 6.5 x 14

Craviotto Drum Company will offer a limited number of these exceptional COPPER snare drums. Only (50) of the 5.5 x 14” and (50) of the 6.5 x 14” COPPER Diamond Series Snare Drums will be produced. Each drum will have its individual number engraved inside each shell. Finished as solid COPPER with nickel hardware, Craviotto’s signature hand-engraved N.O.B. diamond-badge is placed “raised” off of the COPPER shell, adding to the unique characteristic’s of this exceptional snare drum.

COPPER. CRAVIOTTO.