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Different Mufflers, is this right?
Yes, the early machined tone controls are 3/4" diameter. I just measured a few snares from the early 1960s, plus the 3 toms and snare on my 1966 kit....
4 years agoDifferent Mufflers, is this right?
"....either the white felt baseball bat muffler or the earlier 3/4" diameter round knob would be factory-original for the serial number of that tom."...
4 years agoDifferent Mufflers, is this right?
Yeah, according to page 22 of Richard Gier's "Dating Guide for Vintage Ludwig Drums," copyright 2013, either the white felt baseball bat muffler or th...
4 years agoLudwig Question What To Do?
Thanks for that info, and the quick reply...and oops - I confused Mod Orange with Citrus Mod. Those type finishes were very interesting, but too "far...
4 years agoLudwig Question What To Do?
[QUOTE=MIKEY777;464779] But I know that Ludwig covered over the citrus mod finish. Whoa! This is the first that I've ever heard of this! Please en...
4 years agoWould you trade?
The tom mount looks great to me. Perhaps the chrome plate wasn't the greatest on that part - and it may look worn up close, but from your photos, it...
4 years agoWould you trade?
I agree with JR. Do it! Although I've never lusted for Vistalites, I understand well your yearning for a specific vintage kit. I drove almost 5 hou...
4 years agoConversation starter - Ringo with WMP
Great info, thanks! MB
4 years agoConversation starter - Ringo with WMP
While cleaning out some old Beatles books in my storage shed, I found the attached photo. It's well known among Ringo buffs, but maybe it'll start a V...
4 years agoSlingerland Yellow Jacket question
Interesting discussion! I've never tried the Rogers, Slingerland, or Gretsch pedals, but I'll look for them. I'm one of the old **** Speed King disc...
4 years agoWhy do I trust Ebay sellers?
123 transactions, and the seller has a 50% positive feedback rating! ! ! I've never seen on that low. Sorry to say, but that was your first clue. I...
4 years ago1964 Slingerland kit on CL
Hi guys, I have no interest in Slingerland drums, but I saw this on the local CL. San Luis Obispo, CA (central coast, midway between LA and SFO). A...
4 years agoRequesting advice on Ludwig bass drum hoop inlays
Thanks much, Mr. Vibes! I got some Elmer's and some plastic spring-loaded clamps at Ace Hardware, and - uncharacteristically (!), I'm taking my time...
4 years agoRequesting advice on Ludwig bass drum hoop inlays
Hi guys, I bought two 22" bass drum hoops to upgrade the nasty ones on my 1966 Ludwig kit. I'm very happy with the condition of the wood and the rep...
4 years ago"English Rogers" website - very interesting!
Hi guys, Although I know nothing about Rogers drums - never having owned one - I've always been curious about the so-called "English Rogers" kits. D...
4 years ago