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WTB: Sonor Teardrop era D-444 snare
Looking for a 14x5 D-444 snare. Player's condition is fine. D-426 or D-424 fine also. Mid-late 60s Teardrop era. Thanks.
8 years agoSonor "Metal" Snares from the 60s-70s
I've been looking at getting another metal snare and am curious about these. The strainers look pretty rickety, but what about the sound of these thin...
8 years agoSecond best snare ever
Crazy as it sounds I never liked the Supra or Acrolite, despite all the hit recordings it's been on. Actually never cared for any Ludwig snares I've t...
8 years agoDrums for recording
The sound of the drums for that type of thing really comes more from the miking, treatment, heads, room, tuning and of course, the player! Coated Amba...
8 years agoSunset Satin Flame Gretsch
Nice! I'm actually on the hunt for a set in this finish at the moment. Preferably in the jazz sizes but I'll take the 16 FT to save money. I see the L...
8 years ago'60s Gretsch Name Band/4157 snares…That hit or miss?
So I've been looking for one of these for awhile. I played one at a drum shop that sounded amazing, but it was too expensive. Also played another drum...
8 years agoWTB: Gretsch Aqua Satin Flame 14x5 snare w/ Microsensitive
Edit: Preferably with RB Microsensitive strainer but SSB/Lightning strainer is okay also.
8 years ago60s Premier Shells and Sound?
Thanks everyone. I'll definitely go check these out. The "low and fat"/dry Slingerland-ish sound isn't my thing and I was concerned the mahogany Premi...
8 years ago60s Premier Shells and Sound?
I've come across a 20/12/16 Premier kit locally from the mid 60s. Were told the heads were pre-international, which means I'll have to order replaceme...
8 years agoSonor Teardrop 20/12/ 14"?
I know the standard sizes for these drums was 20/13/16 (and later the 12" tom was an option), but I'm looking at some old photos of Bernard Purdie and...
9 years agoFor Sale: 1971 Gretsch Player's Kit 20/12/13/16 in Peacock Satin Flame
Thanks! Yeah, I love this kit, but I don't use a 16" FT much and never use the 13" at all. Need to make space and it deserves a better home.
9 years agoFor Sale: 1971 Gretsch Player's Kit 20/12/13/16 in Peacock Satin Flame
Very early stop sign badge drum set. 20/12/13/16 in Peacock Satin Flame wrap. Shells are 6 ply Jasper from late Round Badge era, right before the seri...
9 years agoYamaha D-20 Drums
I'm curious about these or the C-200 series, mainly because of the funky wraps they have and I've heard the quality control was better than the smalle...
9 years agoPremier COB Royal Ace 14"x4" snare
From dukekamaya...
9 years agoPremier COB Royal Ace 14"x4" snare
Yeah, I hear you guys. Especially since it's not technically broken. I have a COB Hi-Fi snare that already got busted for a Ludwig strainer, so maybe...
9 years ago