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Help indenitifing slingerland snare
I concur with Mark, he has given you accurate information. Serial 477xxx is expected for 1980, and may even be early '81, so not a Buddy Rich model....
3 years agoHelp indenitifing slingerland snare
What is the serial number?
3 years agoLudwig 1930's Rope Tension Drum ?
ssoccer, the drum in the link the expert provided has a different badge than your drum, so it's not a perfect match. Very puzzling as the badge in th...
3 years agoPrototypes
"Prototype" is overused, usually as a way to explain something that isn't understood. Prototype's less distinguished brother is "Made on a Monday/Mad...
3 years agoBuddy Rich Cymbal
Hello Keith, could you post some pictures?
3 years agoWhat are the differences between Ludwig and Slingerland shells?
There is a complete history of Slingerland shells right here on VDG. A must read. All your questions will be answered. http://www.vintagedrumguide.c...
3 years agoWhat are the differences between Ludwig and Slingerland shells?
From thin shell...
3 years agoNeed a chuckle? Check this out!
Based on the woefully inadequate pictures looks to be a '55-'57 kit. "Good condition Repainted white" per the seller. I wonder what wrap is under th...
3 years agoThis is the Display Your Slingerland Drums Thread
Mark, you've got examples of some of the best variations of both BDP and Blue sparkle.
3 years agoThis is the Display Your Slingerland Drums Thread
Nice Mark. How do you not have a blue sparkle? (LOL)
3 years agoSlingerland 6.5x14 10 lug 3 vent BR models
From Drumwhacker...
3 years agoSlingerland 6.5x14 10 lug 3 vent BR models
IF you are referring to the '76-'77 Buddy Rich snare then 5-ply only would be expected. That Buddy Rich model was essentially a TDR Deluxe Concert Ki...
3 years agoLudwig Supraphonic LM400 Question
From thin shell...
3 years agoPlease help me identify a Ludwig 6.5x14 Black Beauty
Available on eBay, it's a must have: https://www.ebay.com/itm/265140792475?hash=item3dbb9f6c9b:g:T2UAAOSwTd9fePND
3 years agoLeedy Superior Hardwhite heads
FWIW, "Leedy Superior Hardwhite" calf heads were available into the 60's. Not sure if the logo changed or not.
3 years ago