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Getting some Torodor Drums :)

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From Drummerjohn333

I believe these were made by Pearl. and the shells will date them (you probably already know):Thin with rerings through 1967ish. Thick with no rings 1968ish and later.This rule is general and applies to both Pearl and Star made kits. Congrats - that is a great score! If you are like me - you will build an entire set of flat based MIJ hardware to go with your vintage MIJs. Scores like this is a great help toward that goal. Not quite as rugged, not quite as reliable, etc. - but they still work just fine if you make sure they are complete and in good condition. Tune the heads to the shells - and these will sound great. SOme are even shocked at how good they can sound. If you have any tuning issues - just have the edges recut - and it can totally liberate them.

Thanks for the info...didn't know that about the re-ring dating. I have a couple other MIJ kits and they are both no re-ring. I should get this kit from my brother on saturday....I'm curious to see it!

Posted on 7 years ago
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I had the same throne, but mine had been recovered. I remember it being kind of rickety and not comfortable. It eventually broke, but I still have the pieces, I believe.

My bass pedal said "Speed Pedal".

Posted on 7 years ago
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From ConvertedLudwigPLayer

I had the same throne, but mine had been recovered. I remember it being kind of rickety and not comfortable. It eventually broke, but I still have the pieces, I believe. My bass pedal said "Speed Pedal".

Yeah, the throne doesn't look too sturdy, lol

Posted on 7 years ago
#13
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Here`s a Torodor set on CL...

https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/msd/d/vintage-torodor-drum-set-1968/6344456844.html

The listing states:

This is a vintage Torodor drum set that my mom bought for my dad new in 1968. I replaced the cymbals about 6 or 7 years ago. It really hasn't been played much in the last 30 years. It includes everything pictured. PICK UP ONLY! $350 FIRM

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 7 years ago
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From grantro

Here`s a Torodor set on CL...https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/msd/d/vintage-torodor-drum-set-1968/6344456844.htmlThe listing states:This is a vintage Torodor drum set that my mom bought for my dad new in 1968. I replaced the cymbals about 6 or 7 years ago. It really hasn't been played much in the last 30 years. It includes everything pictured. PICK UP ONLY! $350 FIRMCheers

thanks for that listing....cool to compare mine to that one. I was thinking late 60's...this confirms that :)

Posted on 7 years ago
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From grantro

Here`s a Torodor set on CL...https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/msd/d/vintage-torodor-drum-set-1968/6344456844.htmlThe listing states:This is a vintage Torodor drum set that my mom bought for my dad new in 1968. I replaced the cymbals about 6 or 7 years ago. It really hasn't been played much in the last 30 years. It includes everything pictured. PICK UP ONLY! $350 FIRMCheers

That kit has been for sale for quite a while (it happens) as I saw it well over 6 months ago, if not longer. I love that it has the flat based stands which came with my kit. The stands could be a little wobbly, but they were light and easy to move. The rubber feet distintegrated over time. I did not have the hi-hat stand. My bass pedal was also different. I suspect they were packaged with different / similar hardware at various times. As I mentioned earlier inthe thread, my pedal says "Speed Pedal" and I have seen other TorODor kits with the same pedal as mine, but that could have been a coincidence of course.

Posted on 7 years ago
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From ConvertedLudwigPLayer

That kit has been for sale for quite a while (it happens) as I saw it well over 6 months ago, if not longer. I love that it has the flat based stands which came with my kit. The stands could be a little wobbly, but they were light and easy to move. The rubber feet distintegrated over time. I did not have the hi-hat stand. My bass pedal was also different. I suspect they were packaged with different / similar hardware at various times. As I mentioned earlier inthe thread, my pedal says "Speed Pedal" and I have seen other TorODor kits with the same pedal as mine, but that could have been a coincidence of course.

It looks like the snare and one of the hi-hat stands are original in the pics for the kit I am getting. Once I actually get them this weekend I will see for sure what all it came with.

Posted on 7 years ago
#17
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Got the drums...they are in great condition (wrap, chrome etc.). Sound really good too! Very nice kit. Everything came with it....original hi-hat stand, snare stand (original snare), & kick pedal. The wood looks different than my other mij kits....it this still luan? It's a lighter color than my other kits.

Posted on 7 years ago
#18
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Awesome looking set!! But, how can you play them while they are up there?

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 7 years ago
#19
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From grantro

Awesome looking set!! But, how can you play them while they are up there?Cheers

Thanks! I have 8 drums kits, and only have room to have 5 setup. When I get a chance, I am going to set them up and record how they sound. I am to the point of collecting kits now :)

Posted on 7 years ago
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