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Tama Imperialstar 6 1/2 x 14 snare restoration

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Posted on 11 years ago
#1
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It looks terrific! That's a great drum - I also have one.

Barry

Posted on 11 years ago
#2
Posts: 5295 Threads: 226

Now, that`s how it`s done...Great job BBK!! That snare must have a nice crack to it...I like the sound of a 6-1/2" deep snare...

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 11 years ago
#3
Posts: 1071 Threads: 128

Great snare i also have the same snare , nice job on cleaning it up .

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1979 12 pc ludwig power factory
Posted on 11 years ago
#4
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From grantro

Now, that`s how it`s done...Great job BBK!! That snare must have a nice crack to it...I like the sound of a 6-1/2" deep snare...Cheers

Yes, a helluva crack to be specific. Heavy too, weighs about 12 1/2 lbs.....

Thanks for the kind words drums2x, grantro & barryabko

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 11 years ago
#5
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NIce job Gary. That is one of the few production metal drums I'd still like to own...

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Posted on 11 years ago
#6
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From latzanimal

NIce job Gary. That is one of the few production metal drums I'd still like to own...

Thanks Dave. She's going to be "For Sale" soon. As much as I like this beast, it's been a shelf project for a while. I'm finally getting to do some restorations with some down time in winter.

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 11 years ago
#7
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The 5.5 x 14 model is excellent as well.

Never play it the same way once.
Posted on 11 years ago
#8
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From backbeatkeeper

Thanks Dave. She's going to be "For Sale" soon. As much as I like this beast, it's been a shelf project for a while. I'm finally getting to do some restorations with some down time in winter.

PM me the price when you decide to let it go...

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Posted on 11 years ago
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