Hi guys, long time reader, first post. I was at a flea market and got an AMAZING deal on two 60's ludwig snares. For $40(I actually talked him down from $50, believe it or not), I got one 1969 10x14 ludwig "parade" (marching) snare in blue sparkle, and one 1966 6.5x14 ludwig "auditorium" in a dark brown natural mahogany. I know, completely ridiculous deal given that theres no real pitting, and everythings in great working condition. I may sell the parade, but the "auditorium" sounds killer and I'll likely just keep it for use. I'm wondering what would be the best products, etc. to use to clean them without devaluing them. On the auditorium specifically, as the lugs and rims have a darker, less polished color to them than the regular chrome. Not sure what metal it is but I didn't want to risk any kind of damage. Anybody know what metal this is, and what I should be using to clean it, or if I should clean it at all? It would be nice to make it look refreshed, but I really don't want to hurt the value or sound in any way. I've put some pictures of the auditorium snare, and a page from an old catalog that I am fairly sure is it. I'll try to get some good shots of the parade and put it up too. Thanks guys, love the site, all the info, and the sexy, sexy galleries.
-Miles
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