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My 1980s Gretsch 4-pc Classic Set

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This is my 1980's Gretsch. I have a PDP Platinum Series Snare (i am working on getting the sets original snare drum back). Zildjian (ZBT) cymbals. Evans heads. Gibralter hardware

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What do you think about it? You like? Hate? Let me know.

You can call me Carter!
1980's Gretsch Red Rosewood
2000's Gretsch Catalina Birch
Zildjian/Paiste - Remo - Pro Mark/Vic Firth
Posted on 14 years ago
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Looks very nice, I really like the 80s Gretsch kits, same sound with way nicer hardware. Is it a wrap or a stain finish? Looks like a red rosewood stain to me, have never heard of red marble wrap on Gretsch, though I could be wrong.

Posted on 14 years ago
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From deadhead

Looks very nice, I really like the 80s Gretsch kits, same sound with way nicer hardware. Is it a wrap or a stain finish? Looks like a red rosewood stain to me, have never heard of red marble wrap on Gretsch, though I could be wrong.

Haha I don't think red maple exists. I'm a rookie and didn't know what to call it. I also am currently trying to find out everything about these drums from its previous owner. You're probably right with the red rosewood stain.

You can call me Carter!
1980's Gretsch Red Rosewood
2000's Gretsch Catalina Birch
Zildjian/Paiste - Remo - Pro Mark/Vic Firth
Posted on 14 years ago
#3
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Yes, that is a Red Rosewood stain. Got a set myself.

Jeff
Posted on 14 years ago
#4
Posts: 384 Threads: 28

The Gretsch rosewood kits always look classy to me. Nice score.

Rogers early Fullerton Blue Strata 22,13,16 w/brass Dynasonic
My first kit, 1983 Ludwig Rocker? (it has the classic lugs and 4ply maple shell) 22,12,13,16 ..now in black oyster pearl. I still have it
Stop Sign USA Gretsch (80's), black nitron jasper shell 22,12,13,16
1995 Fibes Austin,Texas Badge (original owner) 22,10,12,16,18 in natural wood
USA 2007 Rosewood Gretsch 22,13,16 w/12inch 70's Rosewood Gretsch tom
Posted on 14 years ago
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From Super B

The Gretsch rosewood kits always look classy to me. Nice score.

Thanks. I got it for free too from a very wealthy friend :D He didn't give me the Gretsch snare because he has it tuned the way he likes but I am waiting for when he will switches heads and hopefully (for me) he won't get his sound back and do a trade. *fingers crossed*

You can call me Carter!
1980's Gretsch Red Rosewood
2000's Gretsch Catalina Birch
Zildjian/Paiste - Remo - Pro Mark/Vic Firth
Posted on 14 years ago
#6
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From warwormx

Thanks. I got it for free too from a very wealthy friend :D He didn't give me the Gretsch snare because he has it tuned the way he likes but I am waiting for when he will switches heads and hopefully (for me) he won't get his sound back and do a trade. *fingers crossed*

Wow, an even better score!

Rogers early Fullerton Blue Strata 22,13,16 w/brass Dynasonic
My first kit, 1983 Ludwig Rocker? (it has the classic lugs and 4ply maple shell) 22,12,13,16 ..now in black oyster pearl. I still have it
Stop Sign USA Gretsch (80's), black nitron jasper shell 22,12,13,16
1995 Fibes Austin,Texas Badge (original owner) 22,10,12,16,18 in natural wood
USA 2007 Rosewood Gretsch 22,13,16 w/12inch 70's Rosewood Gretsch tom
Posted on 14 years ago
#7
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Dang, free red rosewood Gretsch! You have a very generous friend warworm. The rosewood is defintely a classy finish, one of the more sought after finishes from that era. Worth a pretty penny. What are the sizes?

Posted on 14 years ago
#8
Posts: 117 Threads: 30

From deadhead

Dang, free red rosewood Gretsch! You have a very generous friend warworm. The rosewood is defintely a classy finish, one of the more sought after finishes from that era. Worth a pretty penny. What are the sizes?

Haha yea he's a cool guy. And I am not positive on the sizes but I will find out for you tomorrow (busy right now sorry)

You can call me Carter!
1980's Gretsch Red Rosewood
2000's Gretsch Catalina Birch
Zildjian/Paiste - Remo - Pro Mark/Vic Firth
Posted on 14 years ago
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