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Old Ludwig Bass Drum

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I just picked up a Ludwig & Ludwig bass drum last night. I'm a novice when it comes to vintage drums (though I love them).

I play in a band that primarily plays pre 20's americana music from the South, Ozarks, and the Appalachians. I've been playing a kit comprised of a 1967 Ludwig Snare & Floor tom & a late 90's yamaha stage custom kick which belongs to another one of my sets. I've wanted an older, boomy kick for a while, so was very excited to get this guy last night.

Here are some pictures:

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/jP21cvG.jpg?1[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/sSNDTrR.jpg?1[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/w29XxjC.jpg?1[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/weBmZFW.jpg?1[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/u3LbNpw.jpg?1[/IMG]

The last picture seems to picture the spurs, and two types of cymbal holder.

I'm not sure what this device is for, though:

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/62xUMAE.jpg?1[/IMG]

It also included the original snare drum stand & all the tension rods.

I spent some time looking through catalogs last night, I believe this drum (or something similar) was made from 1924-1940ish. I tried to date it based on the hardware that came with it, but i did not have much luck. Can anybody give a read on when this might be from? There is no badge on the outside.

Also, the actually dimensions of the drum are 25.5" x just over 12" Can I throw a 26" fiberskyn head on there? I really don't want to learn the art of lapping for this project (maybe some other time), but if it is necessary, I suppose I will.

Thanks for your help! I'm glad to have found this forum.

If you need further info, or have questions, let me know.

-Isaac

Posted on 11 years ago
#1
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Correct assessment on the cymbal beater attachment, but I'm not certain those rods are cymbal holders. Some of these early bass pedals attached to an adjustable rod clamped to the top of the batter hoop running to the bottom. There was a whole thread here a while ago dealing just with these pedals. I'll look for that thread, but some pre-1930 experts need to chime in here.

-No Guru... still learning more every day-
Posted on 11 years ago
#2
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That is definitely a cymbal holder it is in two pieces. one piece mounts to the bass drum rims. the other piece to that piece that is mounted to the bass drum rim. you can see where the arm was mounted to each other. Then the cymbal hangs from the bent hook with a leather strap.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 11 years ago
#3
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From isaacneale

I just picked up a Ludwig & Ludwig bass drum last night. I'm a novice when it comes to vintage drums (though I love them). I play in a band that primarily plays pre 20's americana music from the South, Ozarks, and the Appalachians. I've been playing a kit comprised of a 1967 Ludwig Snare & Floor tom & a late 90's yamaha stage custom kick which belongs to another one of my sets. I've wanted an older, boomy kick for a while, so was very excited to get this guy last night.Here are some pictures:[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/jP21cvG.jpg?1[/IMG][IMG]http://i.imgur.com/sSNDTrR.jpg?1[/IMG][IMG]http://i.imgur.com/w29XxjC.jpg?1[/IMG][IMG]http://i.imgur.com/weBmZFW.jpg?1[/IMG][IMG]http://i.imgur.com/u3LbNpw.jpg?1[/IMG]The last picture seems to picture the spurs, and two types of cymbal holder.I'm not sure what this device is for, though:[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/62xUMAE.jpg?1[/IMG]It also included the original snare drum stand & all the tension rods.I spent some time looking through catalogs last night, I believe this drum (or something similar) was made from 1924-1940ish. I tried to date it based on the hardware that came with it, but i did not have much luck. Can anybody give a read on when this might be from? There is no badge on the outside.Also, the actually dimensions of the drum are 25.5" x just over 12" Can I throw a 26" fiberskyn head on there? I really don't want to learn the art of lapping for this project (maybe some other time), but if it is necessary, I suppose I will.Thanks for your help! I'm glad to have found this forum.If you need further info, or have questions, let me know.-Isaac

Get some Evapo-rust from Auto zone or other car places....

Get a big long tray...put all the rusted parts in....pour ER over it...and check every 15 minutes......

You will be surprised!

BTW....Ludwig made Their drums 25-1/2 so that you would have to buy Ludwig heads when they tore! You could not put a Slingerland 26 on it....for example........

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 11 years ago
#4
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Get a jug of this.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Foods-Citric-Acid-Powder-Pound/dp/B0017WFX6G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1372363040&sr=8-2&keywords=citric+acid+powder"]Citric Acid Powder[/ame]

Use about a half a cup per gallon of water.

It's safe and bio-degradable.

Strips rust over night.

I've used it on many bikes and a few drums. :cool:

www.macdrums.com
Posted on 11 years ago
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