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Acrolite 14x6.5 re-issue!

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Saw this today, limited re-issue of the Classic 14x6.5 Ludwig Acrolite. Sweet! B/O badge and all.

[IMG]http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l407/olimpass/NewLudwig14x6.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 13 years ago
#1
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Pretty cool, but technically NOT a reissue since the Acrolite was only available in 5x14 size and this finish for years. The 6.5x14 size was an addition to the Acrolite line when they went with the black galaxy powdercoat finish in recent years. The acrolite was never available in this size AND finish. Cool drum, but not a reissue per se.

Posted on 13 years ago
#2
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Still very nice.

How much are they asking for it?

Posted on 13 years ago
#3
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Ten lugs????

Posted on 13 years ago
#4
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They always have to get it wrong,don't they?

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 13 years ago
#5
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From blairndrums

They always have to get it wrong,don't they?

If I'm not mistaken, the '60s NYC School Acro 6-1/2x14 was a 10 lug model.

So in that respect, it is a re-issue

http://www.acrolitesnaredrum.com/snare_drum_acrolite-6.html

The new one looks simply like a Blackrolite 6-1/2 without the powder coating.

MW

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Posted on 13 years ago
#6
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OK..thought that was a 8 lug also...

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 13 years ago
#7
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The number of lug casings, the finish on the shell, the depth...these things don't matter so much. What matters is that this is a KILLER snare! Grab one while you can...

1970 Ludwig Downbeat
1965 Ludwig Hollywood
1970 Ludwig Jazzette
Posted on 13 years ago
#8
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All of the 14x6.5 models made were 10 lug. This model I've seen were going for approx. $400.

Posted on 13 years ago
#9
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The models I saw online were in the $400 range as well. Certainly not in line with the original "student line" pricing back in the day, but not a bad price for what this drum is in actuality.

tnsquint
Very proud owner of a new Blaemire Snare 6.5 x 14 made by Jerry Jenkins "Drumjinx"
Posted on 13 years ago
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