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70s Slingerland Blue Lacquer (?) Kit
Yes, Novus works great! Novus #1 is probably all you'll need. Never hurts to have both #1 and #2, just in case. Mark
11 years agoWitch Slingerland snare is this?
Yep...a No. 203 Spitfire. I had one with my 1972 Rogers Celebrity kit. See the attached picture. Those 12 lugs drove me crazy! Of course, it's been ab...
11 years agoPearl Guys parts needed. Have any?
I have to agree with green glass drum on this. Makes no sense that the rubber foot would not be threaded. Is it possible you just have the wrong foot...
11 years agoTama swingstar
Hi Tony, Your drums are a one-year wonder, known as "Imagestar", which was an offshoot of the Swingstar line. The Imagestar was marketed to the Rock/...
11 years agoSlingerland 15X12 floor toms
+1 with what K.O. said! Here's a link showing the 12x15 as a floor tom in the Stage Band outfit, which makes perfect sense with the 9x13 rack tom! ht...
11 years agoSlingerland guys-what goes here?
Hi Dean! I believe I have these parts. Will be home late tonight and will check. Mark
11 years agoWhat drummer are you?
My "gigging for $$" days are pretty much done! Now, I collect way too many snare drums and kits. At least most of the snare drums and 2 kits at any gi...
11 years agoA movie that stars a drumset
It's a movie. Yes, it will make you angry. The ending is worth it. Just go see it! Mark
11 years ago2 Vintage Ludwig Questions
During the time period in question, I would think it more rare that a kit would contain matching serial numbers. Another reason is that, while a kit h...
11 years agoA movie that stars a drumset
If you see the movie, don't forget to stay for the credits. Excellent drumming during the credits! Mark
11 years agoA movie that stars a drumset
Just saw this movie yesterday with my girlfriend. Playing at the Arclight Theater in Hollywood. Bought our tickets online and glad we did...the show w...
11 years ago1981 Gretsch single tom mount
That's great news, Marco! Don't hesitate to post pictures when your kit is all cleaned up! Mark
11 years agoWrapping with the TAPE method
I've used Sam's wrap and tape method for quite a few years now on a few kits and many snare drums. I've yet to have a seam last more than a few months...
11 years ago1981 Gretsch single tom mount
Just saw this on eBay. More than you need, but may be the only one around for some time. OK, for some odd reason, I'm not able to copy/paste the eBay...
11 years ago1981 Gretsch single tom mount
From Marco...
11 years ago