Search
Register
Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 138.08768%

Slingerland Snare Drum

Posts: 3 Threads: 1

Hi all, I am working on restoring several drums that are the property of the community band that I play in and belong to. (Liberty Band, Hazleton, PA) We are one of the oldest or perhaps the oldest community band still active in the U.S. Our history includes playing for President Grant at Appomattox Courthouse in 1865.

This first offering is a Slingerland Snare Drum – “Broadcaster” model – 1938?

1. Wood shell

2. Marine Pearl finish

3. Slingerland Cloud Badge (upside down)

4. Drum dimensions – 6.5 X 14

5. Natural interior finish

6. 8 Lugs with 3 point Broadcaster strainer

7. Some type of old electric socket installed? I believe there are several additional holes but look original….not sure – see photos

8. See pictures

Any additional thoughts, information or comments would be appreciated. Is there any real value for this snare drum?

Posted on 6 years ago
#1
Posts: 617 Threads: 7

Yes there's real value. The experts will post soon!

Posted on 6 years ago
#2
Posts: 111 Threads: 17

with extra holes and mod 300-400$ ...

Posted on 6 years ago
#3
Guest

The electric socket is for a heater or light bulb to keep calfskin heads from getting soggy in damp/ cold weather.

Posted on 6 years ago
#4
Posts: 10714 Threads: 579

Is the muffler pad green or red and is it a single or double pad ?

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 6 years ago
#5
Posts: 3 Threads: 1

red single pad

Posted on 6 years ago
#6
Posts: 10714 Threads: 579

I sure don't undestand the 3 extra holes, Darn shame on such a rare Broadcaster snare drum. easily $500.00 and above value. They pre date the Radio kings this one is in the 1934-1935 range. the red pad models were the later models. https://www.notsomoderndrummer.com/not-so-modern-drummer/columns/mike-curotto-medium-rare-drums/1934-35-slingerland-broadcaster http://www.coopersvintagedrums.com/The%20Slingerland%20Broadcaster.htm

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 6 years ago
#7
Posts: 3 Threads: 1

Thanks to everyone for your information. I will share the info with the Liberty Band members and officers.

My second snare drum posting will be coming soon which is a Leedy "Broadway Parallel" metal shell snare drum which I believe to be in very good condition.

Posted on 6 years ago
#8
Posts: 268 Threads: 44

Very nice instrument!

thejohnlec
Ohio Valley
Posted on 6 years ago
#9
Posts: 345 Threads: 47

Interesting project you have embarked on...keep posting pics!

Stop stringing and tuning your instrument, make music now.
-fortune cookie

Vintage Drums:
1970ish Ludwig Standard Avocado Strata downbeat
1970ish Star Acrylic 22,12,13,16
1950’s Gretsch tympani 26.5
19?? Sonor roto-tympani 13x12
70’s Ludwig Standard alum 14x5 snare
90’s Arbiter Adv. Tuning 12x5 snare
90’s Ludwig blackrolite 14x5 snare

Modern Drums:
Erie Drums 1-ply sycamore shell kit 18,10,13
Erie 1-ply maple 14x5 snare
Tama S.L.P. Acrylic 14x6.5 snare
Posted on 6 years ago
#10
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action
Something else here