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New Girl In Town

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Well hello everybody! I am so happy to find this forum and the vast amount of knowledge that must be available here!! I am brand new at playing the drums (coming up on a year) although I have been a drummer all my life :)

Even before I knew a thing about drums, I knew what sound I loved. The softer, warm and lingering drum sounds of classic rock has always been the most pleasing to my ear. When it was time to actually buy a set for myself, I knew nothing else would hit the spot like the actual drums that made the music that moves me the most.

That being said I am the proud new owner of a set of 1967 Ludwig Sky Blue Pearl drums. They look brand new and have been kept in amazing shape by a single owner for 44 years. I am looking for tips on caring for these drums and keeping them beautiful for the next 45 years!

I just opened them up yesterday so I don't have too many pictures yet but I will be posting soon.

I look forward to getting to know everyone and learning more about my gorgeous new drums!

Amanda

:Snow Flake:

Posted on 14 years ago
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Let me be the first to welcome you warmly to the blessings of vintage drums. It's good to have you here!

What Would You Do
Posted on 14 years ago
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Well thank you sir! I cant wait to get to know everybody

Posted on 14 years ago
#3
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welcome Amanda and good kit sounds sweet, enjoy, to care for them, here in this forum is a wealth of knowledge and you will learn a lot pics pleaseWelcome

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 14 years ago
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Amanda, welcome aboard!

Sounds like you've found a nice kit to play and love.

We love pictures of drums 'round here, so post away!

Posted on 14 years ago
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It's a pleasure Amanda. Also, you can not describe such a wonderful find as your new drums without posting some pictures. In fact I would be willing to bet that it's against the law to do so in Texas! :p

Can't wait.

fishwaltz
Posted on 14 years ago
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Hi, and welcome.

67 Luddies, SBP, one of my favorite wraps. Mine are 62s. Her are some tips on keeping them looking new.

1. Keep them out of direct sunlight, to avoid wrap fading.

2. Keep them clean, waxed, and lubricate moving parts.

3. Use cases, when traveling with them.

4. Make sure drums aren't "touching" each other when playing, to avoid "rash."

Enjoy!

Posted on 14 years ago
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Welcome to the Forum Amanda!

Nice drums! That year is very special to me.....67 was my last year in High School....dating myself lol.

Enjoy your drumsD' Drummer

Posted on 14 years ago
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Welcome Amanda!

Have you started lessons yet. A good teacher is the way to go!

Posted on 14 years ago
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Nice to have you here Amanda! That is an excellent set up drums to fuel the fire and desire to want more and more vintage items!! :-)

Keep them clean and shiny, also find the catalog (most likely on the sister site of the forum) that matches your drums. Something very rewarding (and a bit nerdy) to get everything set up exactly like the catalog page.

Hope to hear from you soon!

Kevin

1961 Ludwig Super Classic 22,13,16,18, WFL BR Snare WMP
1951-52 Slingerland Radio King Krupa Outfit 24,13,16 Champagne Sparkle
1960s/70s Polaris MIJ 20,12,16 Red Sparkle
2005 Gretsch Catalina Club WMP First Run
2008 Pearl Masters MCX 20,10,12,14f,16f & 14 Diamond Glitter
1999 Yamaha Stage Custom 22,10,12,14r,16f. Marina Green

...& many more...
Posted on 14 years ago
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