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Ludwig Question
I have what I thought to be a 76 Ludwig in red sparkle. But after sharing photos with the smart fellas on here, I found that it is a late 60's to earl...
13 years agoLudwig Acrolite
Thanks Steveund! I am computerly challenged at times.
13 years agoLudwig Acrolite
Looks like an 80s model. I've seen a new replacement P85 throw off for around 20 bucks. I think it was at Guitar Center.com where I saw it. Complet...
13 years ago76 Ludwig Red Sparkle; question on shells
All great info! I tell ya, this site is turning out to be a favorite for sure! Thanks, Justin Keep on Pl
13 years ago76 Ludwig Red Sparkle; question on shells
Thank you guys for your insight! I'm tickled to know they were older than I originally thought! Walking The sound of these suckers are great! So far...
13 years ago76 Ludwig Red Sparkle; question on shells
Hey fellas! I have this 76 Ludwig set which I picked up cheap from a friend who doesn't play. I cleaned these bad boys up (they were horrible looking...
13 years agoBored with your 80's Acrolite?
Great looking drum brother! I've got an 80's acrolite shell lying around here collecting dust.... i won't copy, but you definetely gave me an idea to...
13 years ago1940s Leedy / Ludwig & Ludwig kit
I took some photos of the 13" tom. I got to looking at the mounting bracket on the side, and it says Made in Japan. Not sure if just the bracket or th...
13 years ago1940s Leedy / Ludwig & Ludwig kit
Thanks guys for the replies. I will post pics of the toms and inside of them as well. I am about to head to work but will take care of this tomorrow m...
13 years agobrand new snare batter dented after 1band rehersal?
The ambassador is a single ply head. It could be a combination of things. If the head is not tuned tight enough, it could would be easier to dent....
13 years ago1940s Leedy / Ludwig & Ludwig kit
Thank you sir!
13 years agoLudwig Psychedelic Red
One other thing to mention. When drums are missing bottom hoops, there is a good chance that the bearing edges will be damage as well. This is from...
13 years agoLudwig Psychedelic Red
Looks like some sort of water damage in the close up pic of the inside of the bass drum. Also, the cover on the outside of the bass is beginning to pe...
13 years agoEarly 60's Ludwig Piccolo
Thanks O-lugs! I am really enjoying this snare. It's a fun little guy to play on. I wish I could come across a kit to match it, that would be great!
13 years agoEarly 60's Ludwig Piccolo
Correction on the size. It is a 3x13, not 4" deep.
13 years ago