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 - 137.88727%

Vintage kent snare drum

Posts: 3 Threads: 2

I recently acquired a 50's Kent snare drum. It has the white badge and single tension lugs. Ive seen many 14" of this era but this is a 13". On the inside of the shell there is 13-52 written in pencil. I am assuming its the year and size of the drum. Is a 13" snare in this era of Kent common? Any help would be appreciated .

Posted on 6 years ago
#1
Posts: 611 Threads: 33

The 13 is not quite as common as the 14 but there are still quite a few out there . That is a student snare . I have played a 13 just like that and it sounded quite good actually .

Warning ... Avoid member statuscymbal here, vintage_collector on DFO , and americanpatriot10 on eBay. Email me for his name. All are the same shady guy who has burned me and a list of other members on both boards . He is also selling on Facebook too ..
Posted on 6 years ago
#2
Posts: 3 Threads: 2

Thank you so much for your insight. I do like this snare. I put on remo pinstripes and a clear ambassador head. Sounds pretty good even with the original snares. Going to upgrade those to puresounds pretty soon. Was thinking about switching out the throw, but I don't know if modifying the drum is a good idea.

Although it doesn't compare to my all maple pdp snare, it has a good vintage and distinctive sound and is fun to play. And thats saying something for a drum that's almost 70 years old.

Posted on 6 years ago
#3
Posts: 611 Threads: 33

From Brian T

Thank you so much for your insight. I do like this snare. I put on remo pinstripes and a clear ambassador head. Sounds pretty good even with the original snares. Going to upgrade those to puresounds pretty soon. Was thinking about switching out the throw, but I don't know if modifying the drum is a good idea.Although it doesn't compare to my all maple pdp snare, it has a good vintage and distinctive sound and is fun to play. And thats saying something for a drum that's almost 70 years old.

You can get numerous new strainers that have adjustable mounting holes so you would not have to drill the shell . The shell on that Kent drum is Maple btw .

Warning ... Avoid member statuscymbal here, vintage_collector on DFO , and americanpatriot10 on eBay. Email me for his name. All are the same shady guy who has burned me and a list of other members on both boards . He is also selling on Facebook too ..
Posted on 6 years ago
#4
Posts: 2433 Threads: 483

Just my opinion, but don't put a Remo pin on that drum plz?

Hit like you mean it!!
Posted on 6 years ago
#5
Posts: 611 Threads: 33

From wayne

Just my opinion, but don't put a Remo pin on that drum plz?

I agree with that 1000% . I would put a coated Ambassador on that .

Warning ... Avoid member statuscymbal here, vintage_collector on DFO , and americanpatriot10 on eBay. Email me for his name. All are the same shady guy who has burned me and a list of other members on both boards . He is also selling on Facebook too ..
Posted on 6 years ago
#6
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action
Something else here