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In your opinion why did Bonham start playing vistalites?

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He went from wood to acrylic, Why do you think? Or was it Ludwig that said that he should use clear drums??

Keep fixing them up...
Posted on 5 years ago
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When they came out I believe he Used them73/76 then the ss kit-was his fave I bet

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 5 years ago
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He only used them live, from 1973-1975. I believe it was because they sounded huge and were trendy and eye-catching. I'm sure Ludwig suggested he use them.

Zach

Currently looking for a 3-ply 24x14 Ludwig in champagne sparkle w/rail consolette and cymbal mount!
Posted on 5 years ago
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From TheElectricCompany

He only used them live, from 1973-1975. I believe it was because they sounded huge and were trendy and eye-catching. I'm sure Ludwig suggested he use them.

This is also what I feel is true. I think that John was intrigued by the Vistalite (acrylic/plexiglass) concept and figured he'd give them a try. Probably the same for the stainless steel kit...and the fact that he most likely didn't have to pay for these "experimental" kits! Truth be told, I think that John really liked his wood-shell kits the best. Regardless, John made all of them sound great!

-Mark

Posted on 5 years ago
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From idrum4fun

This is also what I feel is true. I think that John was intrigued by the Vistalite (plexiglass) concept and figured he'd give them a try. Probably the same for the stainless steel kit...and the fact that he most likely didn't have to pay for these "experimental" kits! Truth be told, I think that John really like his wood-shell kits the best. Regardless, John made all of them sound great!-Mark

Agreed, which is why he never used the Vistalites in the studio. Although he might have used the stainless kit...

Zach

Currently looking for a 3-ply 24x14 Ludwig in champagne sparkle w/rail consolette and cymbal mount!
Posted on 5 years ago
#5
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He could make anything sound good, even a steering wheel. Promotional, percussion promotion. As for the SS kit,...Nobody will walk away from one.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 5 years ago
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Probably many people behind that decision, such as the Ludwig reps wanting to showcase their new product, as well as the company that produced Zeppelin's stage show. Vistas are visually pleasing under lights.

Posted on 5 years ago
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From ATeam

Probably many people behind that decision, such as the Ludwig reps wanting to showcase their new product, as well as the company that produced Zeppelin's stage show. Vistas are visually pleasing under lights.

Not when you're try'n to hide a Richie ring.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 5 years ago
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Haha!- - probably the same reason I bought a set ( amber vistas in the same config.)- They LOOK cool- they rumble the room... and miked they are thunderous.... not for the music of today unless you 'tame' them with head changes/ but- imagine- if you got a set FREE from Ludwig..... would you use it (given it was the psychedelic 70's)? I sure would....

...(p.s.- never had a LARGER bass drum sound than a big vista w/a black dot...)

Posted on 5 years ago
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