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State of the current vintage market
I believe it slowly began to decline when the economy went down beginning in late 2007. Many fewer people had disposable income or a job, or that matt...
9 years agoVintage Rogers drums
Last of the Swivomatic era. If constructed properly, they would be very good drums. The collets that were used to lock down the toms and spurs are cas...
9 years agoGlass vs Sparkle
I'm with the comments of both Mark idrum4fun and John Purdie Shuffle. I made one attempt with glass glitter on a Rogers marching Dynasonic that came t...
9 years agoBrexit
If you've been on the fence about buying a set of classic Premier, Ajax, Rogers made in England, etc., it's time to get off and act. Discount won't l...
9 years agoSlingerland Mardi Gras
One of the best finishes of all time. Really like that!
9 years agoGretsch 14x16 FT
Are you talking in Gretsch terms, as in: 16 diameter x 14 depth or the other way around?
9 years ago60's Rogers Stick Tray
for what it's worth, I believe I saw one on eBay recently, but only included tray and L bar. there is a separate 70's era clamp too, and that would wo...
9 years ago1965 Ludwig Downbeat WMP - Stunning w/Rare Options
I've been admiring this one some more. Great looking kit, cool set-up and great price considering the cymbal arm and shipping are in there. Sorely tem...
9 years ago1965 Ludwig Downbeat WMP - Stunning w/Rare Options
This post is interesting in that it, in the list of new post, it is titled "Downbeat" kit, but in the post itself it is listed as a "Super Beat." Ni...
9 years agoSuccess! Recreated Vintage Drum Wrap
Shireman's wrap looks as if it is a black veil over a white marine pearl The original is very cool and the repro is getting very close. Nice work Comp...
9 years ago1968 Ludwig Floor Tom - Blue Onyx Pearl
Just for clarity, that is most likely oyster blue pearl.
9 years agoA Little Blues
Sounded good Mark. I thought they looked really good too. Then I noticed the singer's boots. Man, you better watch out there. Looks like some serious...
9 years agoMight be interest to some "Craigslist"
The Jazz Festival looks pretty nice.
9 years ago1936 LEEDY 6.5 x 14 ORIENTAL PEARL/FULL DRESS BROADWAY DUAL MODEL (No. 2182)
Amazing drum mechanically speaking. Beautiful finish too.
9 years agoCost of Shipping?
Ah, that's interesting. I'm surprised, because you know they are trying to combat the back strain of the employees. It must mean they figure in using...
9 years ago