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Garbage or Gold? Need help Identifying an old snare...

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Hey guys, I'm new to the forum, found you looking for info on identifying drums. I am in the market for a vintage snare, preferably Supraphonic or Acrolite, but I came across this and thought it was interesting, they want $35 bucks for it. I spoke to the woman on the phone and there were no markings, cept for a spot where there was once a badge or sticker. The throw works, tho the bottom head seems to be unseated. Will have to see if the rims warped if we go to get it. I looked around and couldnt find any throws that looked like this, tho to my eyes the lugs look like slingerlands, and I am guessing that wrap was once champagne or gold sparkle. The more I look at it it looks like a cheap snare, but what do I know...Any help would be greatly appreciated. Heres a few pics but I also made a gallery of all of em.. http://www.soulnyc.com/snare

[IMG]http://www.soulnyc.com/snare/images/drummpicd4.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.soulnyc.com/snare/images/drummpicd8.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 17 years ago
#1
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No, it's likely not even an American drum. It's likely a Japanese import from the 70's. $35.00 is probably all it's worth. However...the Rogers logo head might be worth a few bucks to a Rogers collector. Something "funny" is definitely going on with the bottom rim -or possibly the head has torn loose of its flesh hoop.

I highly recommend you save the $35.00 and look for a used 70's Acrolite on Ebay. I see them all the time selling for under $100.00 and they are consistently great sounding drums.

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Posted on 17 years ago
#2
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Man you must be a mind reader... I just posted that I wonder if I'd be better off with an Acrolite then the 90's Supra in my other post. Thanks alot. My gut is that you're on the money here. I just missed one going for $109 buy it now. Theres a few more I am watching. I'll post an update if I grab something.

Right now, I'm playing the matching snare that came with my Mapex M Birch set, but I feel its limited in the sounds it will produce, even tho I like it.

Thanks alot man, I really appreciate the help.

Posted on 17 years ago
#3
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Hi,

If you're set on picking up an Acrolite, I've got an EXTREMELY CLEAN one from the 70s that I'd be willing to sell you with the original Ludwig hard shell case for $120.00 (plus shipping costs). I'd be more than happy to send you some pics if you're interested. All I'd need is your e-mail address.

Posted on 17 years ago
#4
Posts: 130 Threads: 33

OldSchool - thanks for the offer but I just saw this post AFTER I grabbed one I've been watching off Ebay tonight. $95 incl shipping for the snare, hardshell and stand. Looks to be late 70's. Can't wait to play it..

Posted on 17 years ago
#5
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Great choice. You're going to love the sound, especially for the low price!

Enjoy.

Posted on 17 years ago
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