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RIP George Meacham Drouyn drums

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George Meacham, a driving force behind Drouyn drums (made in Brisbane, Australia) passed away this week. George was the engine which kept Drouyn & Drouyn going for over 40 years. I had always hoped to interview him, but unfortunately, the planets did not align for that. What I am happy about is that I have at least raised his profile on the planet through my Drouyn pages at http://www.troutsounds.com/home/drums/drouyn/ George made a difference in the drumsmith world. Vale George - your work lives on.

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Posted on 12 years ago
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Here, Here..

Nice timely post..

'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
Zildjian, Sabian , UFIP & Paiste mix.
Posted on 12 years ago
#2
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Well done. I am sure his family appreciates what you are doing. Beautiful kit as well.

tnsquint
Very proud owner of a new Blaemire Snare 6.5 x 14 made by Jerry Jenkins "Drumjinx"
Posted on 12 years ago
#3
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So good that you could capture his part in Australian drum history

Posted on 12 years ago
#4
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Our condolences to the drumming world of Australia from Canada...

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 12 years ago
#5
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A so elegant way of drumming.

A dream of drums for us who appreciate this kind of fine art.

"Oh lord won't you buy me a Drouyn.

My friends all drum ludwig, I must make amends."

There will be an other drum luthier in the paradise of drummers...

Eric

STAR WMP 22-13-16-cc14 (inside grey finish)
STAR Gold Flame 22-13-16-cc14
STAR WMP 22-13-16 (with inside rings)
HOSHINO red pearl 22-13-16-cc14
ASBA Stainless Steel 24-13-13-16
ASBA Stainless Steel 24-13-18
LUDWIG Black oyster (ringo!) 1968
LUDWIG Stainless Steel 1976 22-12-13-16

Zildjian, Bosphorus, Ufip, Tosco

and few more...
Posted on 12 years ago
#6
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I'm sure Mr. Meacham was as classy as his drums are. His place in drum history is a worthy one and it is really great that you are helping to look after his and his creations' legacy.

Posted on 12 years ago
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RIP The Master... part of his soul is embedded in his drums.

His memory will live in the instruments.

George.

Posted on 12 years ago
#8
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Never heard of them till on the Forum...Cool stuff..

OT..what does your Paiste banner say?

Most say "Cymbals/Sounds/Gongs"...Never seen that one!

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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