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Ludwig Black Beauty snare drum question
And to make things even more confusing, when the Black Beauties first came out in '77, they were brass shells and no stamp at the muffler at all.
8 years agowhy are 65 Pearl drums so heavy??
How early was Pearl making fiberglass shells?
8 years agoVintage '67 Star Cocktail Outfit
I recently spotted what appeared to be an original Star 16" bass drum for sale. Star (Pre-Tama 1960's) did make some smaller kits for children, but th...
8 years agoLudwig 6.5x14" Bronze Snare lm306
Yes, it is a newer drum, but no longer in production. It appears that these did become more sought after once Ludwig discontinued them. Don't see too...
8 years agoVintage drum or new Ludwig?
Supposedly, it's a work in progress wrap that Ludwig is working on...something along those lines. I read some feedback that this was discussed at NAMM...
8 years agobig question - to strip or not to strip ? (shell interiors, that is)
When I buy drums, I much prefer the interiors to be original. I've gotten a few in which the drums had been nested and scratched. I just gave them a g...
8 years agoHelp! Old Ludwig strainer...Modified?
No problem. Glad to help. I think the bottom part that you want to replace is the same for the P83 strainers, which are common. I would soak yours in...
8 years agoHelp! Old Ludwig strainer...Modified?
That strainer is legit and usually shows up on '61 drums. Ludwig used parts of a couple strainers to create that one. They did not like to waste stuff...
8 years agoQuestion about Ludwig Super Classic Lugs and Mounts
Haven't seen gaskets on those 60's mounts either. Usually wingnuts on the bass spur mounts, floor tom leg mounts. Sometimes wingnuts and plenty of hex...
8 years agoGuess the brand
I would have taken a gamble on those as well. They have a good look to them. Good Luck!
8 years agoFor Sale: '55-'57 WFL 6.5 Ray McKinley/Symphonic Snare Drum
Drum is sold. Thanks.
8 years agoLudwig Black Beauty snare drum question
Love the interior grommet/badge. See a few of those from time to time.
8 years agoOld drum, new life
Now that is a job well done! I too am a big fan of putting orphans togethers. You gave all three of those drums a new lease on life. And...did it in a...
8 years agoLudwig Black Beauty snare drum question
If your drum is an 84, it is right after the end of the blue olive badges. Mike
8 years ago1969 Black Panther Superbeat
Looking good as always Mark! Love the original front bass head. Mike
8 years ago