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jumping ship to Rogers Last viewed: 1 day ago

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Dear all, I have been lucky enough to have owned almost every major brand of U.S vintage drums at one time or another and from all time frames from 1940-1970 which is where my interest lies.

Having just finished with a band that played such diverse gigs that I wavered between an early 60s Leedy 18,12,14 and a set of late 40s Radio kings 26,13,16. I feel the time has come for a change.

The only brand I have never owned is Rogers, not even a snare, so I have decided to take a leap, I want something that will cover all bases, so to all you Rogers enthusiasts my question is what era/configuration should I look out for, I want a nice easy kit, much as I loved my RKs playing drums from that era has it's compromises.

Any advice gratefully received

Posted on 9 years ago
#1
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Seems like 9/72 Fullertons can be had for reasonable money and have most of the qualities Rogers drums are known for. I see them for sale quite often in the $750-$1000 range for 12,13,16,22 with a snare of some type.

Posted on 9 years ago
#2
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Ive head my fair share and still own a COB power tone that was my number one for close to 20 years (playing progressive rock too!)

You can't go wrong with any but avoid reissue scrip badges.

Cobalt Blue Yamaha Recording Custom 20b-22b-8-10-12-13-15-16f-18f
Red Ripple '70's Yamaha D-20 20b-12-14f
Piano Black Yamaha Recording Custom Be-Bop kit 18b-10-14f
Snares:
Yamaha COS SDM5; Yamaha Cobalt Blue RC 5-1/2x14; Gretsch round badge WMP; 1972 Ludwig Acrolite; 1978 Ludwig Super Sensitive; Cobalt Blue one-off Montineri; Yamaha Musashi 6.5X13 Oak; cheap 3.5X13 brass piccolo
Posted on 9 years ago
#3
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Any of the Cleveland or Dayton labeled Rogers kits in 20/12/16 will put a smile on your face, and those sizes would perhaps be the change you say you are looking for. Those are also pre 1970 as you say that is where your interest lies.

Posted on 9 years ago
#4
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I agree with Matt M.

Cleveland or Dayton era Rogers are simply amazing sounding drums. They produce more tone and resonance than any other drums I've ever played. The 20" bass drums sound like cannons and you can't go wrong with a wood shell Powertone. A 20,12,14 (or 16) set can easily compete with loud guitar amps. Perfect for soft playing, too.

Posted on 9 years ago
#5
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I agree with everything said I had a 20, 12, 16 Holiday kit with a powertone snare in red onyx that was my most favorite drums that I ever owned.

Currently my first set ever 1983 Pearl Export original owner. 2008 Grestch Catalina Maple, and a 1970 Star kit. Many snares including a big R Dynasonic.
Previous Rogers Holiday 12, 16, 20 and powertone snare.
Premier apk and Premier Cabria kits.
Posted on 9 years ago
#6
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Switching to Rogers .....mmmmm....you'll be a happy fellow.

Based on yr comments...and sizes..

I would suggest a 20 or 22" bass with a 13" tom & 16" Flr tom.

Snares r usually a personal preference, but a COB or Wood Powertone should suit well.

The later Fullertone series (69/71) would give you Great value for yr $$.

You might even what to look at a Londoner setup..(usually..22/16/13/12 & snare)

Always check ALL the Colletts (or wing tighteners) for minor cracking...

Best of luck..

Bop iT / Til U Drop iT.

ROGER's
1964 Cleveland,.18/14/12 in WMP
1966 Cleveland, 20/14/12 O'natural.
Fullerton,...20/16/13/12 Silver Glass

WFL
1957 B/R Super Classics In WMP

Snares..
Wood & COB Powertones,
Wood & COB Dynasonics,
57 Jazz Festival

Zildjian avedis cymbals.
40s/60s era.
Posted on 9 years ago
#7
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It's been my experience that 9x13's dont sound as good as the 8x12's. I always had difficulty getting a great sound out of Rogers 13" toms. But those 8x12's.....Magic!

Posted on 9 years ago
#8
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Just make sure all drums are flat grey inside...you are golden then....

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 9 years ago
#9
Posts: 294 Threads: 44

Well some of the Dayton drums had the speckled grey interiors, and they are still mighty fine drums.

Posted on 9 years ago
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