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1961 Slingerland Stage Band
$ 250.00??? Man that's a "jump all over it" deal. They're the same 3-ply shells w/re-rings as on high end Slingerland drums with half the hardware on...
16 years ago5x13 Slingerland Black n Brass Chicago era...Questions
Hi, 13" snare hoops will be a hunt for sure. In the meantime have a look at these; http://www.drummaker.net/1-800-NEW-DRUM/www.drummaker.com/FMPro?-db...
16 years agoin-style bass drum head choice
I agree on the Fiberskyn but has anyone had any luck removing the Remo logo from a Fiberskyn??? It's easy to get rid of on a white coated, black or cl...
16 years agoSlingerland snare parts
Jones, You might consider repro parts, both lugs and hoops are available from LeeDrums and other drum builder dealers. Regards DonS Tucson AZ
17 years agoPros and Cons of adding rewrap snare to otherwise vintage kit?
Get the re-wrap if the price is fair. You'll love having a matched set [finally]and when the real deal appears, sell the re-wrap and apply for a secon...
17 years agoNew Member with Radio Kings
Wow fantastic set of RK's, they must sing!!! Looks like the snare has a repro lug, they're available from Lee Custom, Leecustom.com. Perhaps the floor...
17 years agoCalfskin Heads
Check out www.earthtoneheads.com I haven't tried them but the info. on their web site is more than intriguing. Regards DonS
17 years agoNew Member - First Vintage Slingerland Purchase
Hi Joey, Welcome and nice Drum! Old Slingerlands sound great, but I lack any objectivity whatsoever as it's the only brand I've played since my first...
17 years agoBonAmi & Dawn for rust
Bon Ami's advertising tag line since the early 1900's has been "it never scratches".
17 years agoAttaching hoop inlay strips
Be careful with what contact cement you use. I used a petro based contact cement on bass drum hoop inlays and over the course of five years the inlays...
17 years agoSlingerland ID and refinish question.
Hi Adam Adam, You've got yourself one helluva "cheap" kit to hack around on, great score! Of course I'm no too objective having only played Slingerla...
17 years agoSlingerland shell mount cymbal l-arm clamps??
Seems all that hardware for bass mounted cymbals becomes a bidding war lately. I paid 71 large for a Slingerland two piece L cymbal arm with tilter. I...
17 years agoSlingerland Help
Steve, I just purchased a pair of Slingerland spurs for a '66 Stage Band 20" bass from Palmetto Music, web site; [email]palmettomusic@mindspring.com[...
17 years agoWhat is this color
Hi Dr; I recently purchased a Slingerland 14x20 Stage Band bass drum off the Bay. The seller said the color was "purple flake". I've never heard of it...
17 years agoRK Rims
To all, I'm looking for a set of engraved Radio King 14 inch/8 hole snare rims. Condition is not important as I can have them replated. Looking too f...
18 years ago