I just got a huge Luddy kit and it came with this beauty. So here is a gorgeous 100% original 78/79 (serial number 1918566) Ludwig Black Beauty 6.5x14 super sensitive snare drum. This drum is in immaculate condition and only has a tiny spot or two of rust on the hoops. The finish is very close to mint as I would give it a 9/9.5 out of 10. The super sensitive throw off is 100% complete and works beautifully.
The shell itself is in round as seen in the pics. All measurements lug to lug are 13 7/8. The bottom head looks to be original to the drum ("ludwig ensemble x thin opaque snare 14")
The muffler is complete and looks brand new.
The snare drum came from a set of 1976 3 ply maple cortex drums (check the vintage forum to see the whole kit), which were used in a home studio for the duration of the snare's life.
The only issue with the snare is that the previous owner had clipped two snare wires for the desired sound, which is excellent but hurts to see. (pictured)
If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to message me.
$1100 shipped to your door, fully insured and expedited shipping. Prefer Paypal gift or please add 3% I have done deals here and on dfo before and have had nothing but great experiences selling gear. Check the feedback section there or chorb1 on eBay.
Check the pics out here (ad I have posted on dfo)
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