Hi there ,
I was reading a book about fleetwood mac written by the music engineer who recorded Rumours in 1976.
He says Mick used a 8 inch Ludwig snare , though the first records I can find of a ludwig 8" is the coliseum in 1984 here-http://www.vintagedrumguide.com/ludwig_snare_drum_catalog_pages.html
Does anyone else know of any before that date ?
Thanks,
Brett
Ludwig made a number of 8X15 models. (what did the engineer say about the head size ? )
Ludwig made a number of 8X15 models. (what did the engineer say about the head size ? )
Yep, I've got an 8 x 15 WFL snare from the '50s. It's a beast.
Stephen
Ludwig made a number of 8X15 models. (what did the engineer say about the head size ? )
Hey guys ,
It's in an Engineer's book called "Making Rumours " by Ken Calliet.
Unfortunately the only info he gives is that "Mick played his 8" ludwig snare. "
This and I know it was recorded in 1976 .
Thanks,
Brett
Ken Caillat's book is interesting reading, but there is little technical detail about the recording process and any of the instruments used. I will certainly listen to those songs again with renewed appreciation.
It's more about the band's creative process (and their convoluted personal relationships), aided and abetted by copious amounts of drugs and alcohol.
And it's primarily the story of the producer, who was in his mid- to late-20s then, being in the right place at the right time.
We opened for FM in 1975. Mick had a LM402 I believe. 6.5x14.
Bun E. - Do you own, (in your collection) or play, any 8" deep ludwig snares? If yes, do you have any photos you can share?
John
