I've finally got round to sharing a post on my Asba kit, which I've owned for 20+ years but would still like to learn more about - do any members have any info on these drums/kits?
Having sold my Radio King snare drum, I'm looking for an Asba snare to complete this kit and will seek this on the WTB page. Rare, I know, but I have had a bit of luck sourcing a new bass drum hoop - I've only ever had the one!
What do you think?
Thanks in anticipation.
A few more pics if anyone's interested...
Very interesting, was not familiar with them, especially the tom mounts on the BD. I wish you success in finding a matching snare.
Where were these made? Never heard of them. Hmmm cork - a wrap that even Slingerland didn't dream up. And they had some odd ones in the 70s..
They were/are made in France.
Lsurfa, I do not know where are you located. Maybe you are frenchman and even know about this site:
This is a must if you are an Asba owner. Salut!
Here’s copy of the original flyer...
Lsurfa, I do not know where are you located. Maybe you are frenchman and even know about this site:https://drum-garage.fr/This is a must if you are an Asba owner. Salut!
Merci Morgatto,
J’habite à Folkestone, en Angleterre. Je n'ai jamais entendu parler de Drum Garage, alors merci pour le conseil - très gentil.
Meilleurs vœux,
L
Where were these made? Never heard of them. Hmmm cork - a wrap that even Slingerland didn't dream up. And they had some odd ones in the 70s..
Some of the finishes of Asba drums were simply incredible. The quality was also right ‘up there’ and I don’t think the brand gets the recognition it deserves - there’s also not the quantity for enough people to get excited about them! Very few people will ever be able to own an original Asba kit - I’m probably a member of a rather small club...
Asba was a well reputated brand among late 60's/early 70's jazz drummers in Europe. Today they are quite affordable. I definitely love the logo. Reminds me of a fish bone if you see it from some distance.
