Press Release
The Loudest Name in Drums Returns: Guitar Center Resurrects Orange County Drum & Percussion (OCDP)
Original Founder Daniel Jensen and No Doubt’s Adrian Young Join Forces to Reclaim the Brand’s Custom Shop Legacy as OCDP Marks its 35th Anniversary
Westlake Village, CA, April 3, 2026 — Guitar Center announced today the relaunch of Orange County Drum & Percussion (OCDP), reviving one of the most influential boutique drum brands to emerge from Southern California’s alternative rock scene. Born from Orange County’s underground custom shop culture, OCDP helped shape the sound and look of the 1990s and early 2000s, when individuality behind the kit mattered as much as the music itself. The relaunch comes as OCDP marks the 35th anniversary of its founding.
Founded in Orange County in 1991, OCDP became synonymous with bold custom craftsmanship, striking finishes and distinctive drum builds. The brand earned a devoted following among genre-defining bands including No Doubt, Blink-182, Limp Bizkit, Foo Fighters, NOFX, Slipknot, Deftones, Rancid, New Found Glory, The Used, The Offspring and 311. Guitar Center acquired OCDP in 2009, preserving its legacy and keeping its custom shop spirit alive for a future revival.
To guide the relaunch, Guitar Center reunited with OCDP original founder Daniel Jensen and welcomed back founding artist and longtime drum ambassador Adrian Young of No Doubt as advisors. Together, they are shaping the next chapter of the brand while carrying forward the creative edge that made OCDP instantly recognizable.
As part of the relaunch, Guitar Center is introducing a focused signature strategy beginning with an exclusive Adrian Young Limited-Edition Signature Snare Drum, launching in May to coincide with No Doubt’s Sphere residency in Las Vegas. The exclusive program will continue with additional signature releases from influential artists closely tied to OCDP’s early roster.
The relaunch collection brings together nine pieces, including two four-piece shell packs and seven specialty snares finished in archival-inspired designs that reflect OCDP’s early custom shop builds. The line balances boutique character with accessibility, with snares starting at $199.99 and shell packs starting at $999.99. Across the new collection, heritage design elements include shark tooth lugs, original OCDP badging and bold finishes that nod to the brand’s early custom builds while updating the line for modern players.
Collection Features
Limited 4-piece Acrylic Shell Pack in Nightglow Fade ($1699.99)
Limited 4-piece Maple Shell Pack in Sharkbite Fade ($999.99)
Limited Acrylic Snare, 14 x 5.5 in., Nightglow Fade ($349.99)
Limited Maple Snare, 14 x 5 in., Sharkbite Fade ($249.99)
Frosted Acrylic Snare with Die-cast Hoops, 14 x 6.5 in., Bubblegum ($269.99)
Spectrum Steel Snare with Black Nickel Hardware, 14 x 6.5 in. ($249.99)
Birch Snare with Spectrum Hardware, 14 x 5.5 in., Black Lacquer ($199.99)
Raw Aluminum snare with Roundover Hoops, 14 x 6.5 in. ($299.99)
Raw Copper Snare with Roundover Hoops, 14 x 6.5 in. ($499.99)
OCDP is available now at Guitar Center stores nationwide and online at guitarcenter.com.
Photo Captions
Photo 1: OCDP 4-piece Maple Shell Pack in Sharkbite Fade.
Photo 2: Adrian Young alongside the OCDP 4PC Maple Shell Pack in Sharkbite Fade.
Photo 3: The OCDP snare collection showcases archival-inspired finishes and custom shop details.
Additional photos are available upon request.