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Old Guy..Newbie Here...Any other Walberg & Auge owners here? Last viewed: 3 days ago

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Hi all:

I just joined this forum today. I'm sure that there are quite a few folks on this forum whom I know from an other drum forum. A few bits of info about me:

* I am of retirement age, and retired after a long career as a manufacturer's rep in the music business

* I'm originally from the Chicago area, and have lived in the Dallas area for over 30 years

* I've played drums since I was nine years old in school band

* I played professionally for over twenty years--usually as a part time player while in college and/or working full time "civilian" jobs

* I have nothing against newer drums. But, those ar for other people. I am very happy with vintage drums of the 1950s and 1960s.

* My preferences in drums are for Leedy, Slingerland, Rogers, and Walberg & Auge

But, enough about me......... Are there any other Walberg & Auge owners here?

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 14 years ago
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Welcome! I own a WAMCO hi-hat pedal.

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Posted on 14 years ago
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Welcome great to have you with us Yes Sir, and yes there are WAD members here also as on the DFO!

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 14 years ago
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Hi, and welcome Leedybdp........!!!

Kevin
Posted on 14 years ago
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Welcome leedybdp! Hope you enjoy your stay with us. There are alot of knowledgeable people here on the VDF. Feel free to ask any questions.

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 14 years ago
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I suppose that it would be proper as well as self-serving to list my drum sets here. Hell....any excuse to do that is Ok by me. I also have no shame.D' Drummer

* 1963 Cleveland Rogers 4 piece Champagne Sparkle

* 1963 Leedy Shelly Manne 4 piece Black Diamond Pearl

* 1968 Slingerland 4 piece Red Glass/White Marine/Blue Glass striped

* 1960's Cleveland Rogers 5 piece (with added Jasper 8x10) Blue Glass Glitter

* Rescue Leedy orphan 4 piece rewrapped in White 3D Moire to match 1960s Camco snare

* Rescue Ludwig Clubdate 4 piece plus Ludwig bongos rewrapped in Red Sparkle to match 1963 Slingerland snare drum

* 1963 Walberg and Auge 3 piece Salmon Satin Flame with 1961 W&A Champagne Sparkle snare

* 1965 Walberg and Auge 4 piece Gold Glass Glitter (with 16 deep x14 floor tom)

* 1972 Walberg and Auge 5 piece Ice Blue Glass Glitter (latest date I've seen for W&A, and never before seen color)

* A few extra snare drums including Black Galaxy Acrolite, Radio King WMP 4x13, Cleveland Rogers Chrome Powertone

* Many A. Zildjian ride, ping, crash, splash, and hihat cymbals from 1940s through early 1970s. No China cymbals--never heard one that sounded musical

* A lot of stands and pedals from the 50s and 60s. Favorites are Rogers Swivo stands and pedals

* Three canister thrones: 60s Ludwig Blue Sparkle, Bermuda Sand custom made for me by Jim Petty, a weird black Tolex covered square canister that someone made, and sold on eBay

I think that nine sets and associated gear have reached the point of critical mass for my drum room. I have had many other vintage sets. But, I love swapping some of mine for some of someone else's if we each have something that appeals to the other person.

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 14 years ago
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Wow!, a very impressive collection...PLEASE, post some pics! Jumping2

Posted on 14 years ago
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I'm here too leedybdp

Posted on 14 years ago
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