![]() ![]() The company thrived for about 10 years, but because Martins interest in drum manufacturing was a low priority, the company did not keep up with changes in the market place. Martin Organisation, makers of Martin Guitars. Eventually, Bob and John decided to sell the company to the C.F. They came up with the name by combining the core sound of a drum-vibes, short for vibrations, and fiberglass, the material used in the original drum shells.įibes quickly became one of the foremost American manufacturers of professional quality percussion instruments. Here is the entire history if you are curious:įibes Drum Company was originally founded in 1966 by Bob Grauso, a professional drummer, and John Morena, a specialist in composite materials, and also a drummer. They are great drums especailly the Austin built drums, I love my little Fibes kit. ![]() In addtion, the fact that Fibes is no longer building drums makes the desirable too. As Wayne mentioned the assocaition with Jasper built shells, the same company as Gretch shell came from is part of the allure. ![]()
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