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Rare Ludwig Identification

Here's a few screen shots of the Ludwig catalogs from the '20's... One of the pages (Ludwig_1927_b) has the statement "Send for prices on ornamental...

7 years ago

How the devil does one date Tama drums?

While you're waiting for some expert/knowledgeable commentary, Tama has a great online resource for the old catalogs for you to search through. Her...

7 years ago

Not Your Usual Speed King Question

That item wasn't offered as a separate part as it was integrated into the footboard via a press rivet (used to secure the "connecting link"). As id4f...

7 years ago

90th

From jaghog...

7 years ago

More info on this Ludwig snare please.........

Looks like you've got a 6.5" x 14" Ludwig "Super Classic" five-ply snare drum with a lovely African satinwood outer veneer. This series was a "limi...

7 years ago

Weatherking Ambassador Coated versus Ambassador Coated

Dan On the Remo Classic Ambassador heads, the "Weather King" is a nod to the old logo & advertising that weather/humidity didn't affect the mylar head...

7 years ago

Replacing the nylon tube bushing on older cymbal stands

From teverson-sr...

7 years ago

Looking for Ludwig Thermogloss drums

No leads... Infrequently, you might find a set in the For Sale section. BTW... welcome aboard!

7 years ago

Slingerland Black Beauty on eBay

Nice! Ouchie on the price... However, I'm diggin' the triple bead and the killa' patina on the shell.

7 years ago

Vintage Ludwig Kit 3 ply? Help?

As mentioned earlier, you'll need a photo of the bearing edge to be sure of the shell lay-up. I've attached some images that may be of some use to yo...

7 years ago