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1970's Ludwig Standard Drum Set
Looks like a finish called Gold Mist. Also looks like a 22" bass. What is going on with the mounted tom? My gut tells me to look for some water d...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
One vote for Galaxy Sparkle, early 60s.
13 years agoGretsch Model and Serial Numbers
The model numbers on the labels correspond to the model numbers in the catalogs of the era. Each specific model number had consistent characteristics...
13 years agoGretsch round badge
From tdennis...
13 years agoLudwig Standard Question
Both vinny and tdennis have good theories. With a less drum-knowledgeable seller, it is really hard to tell without pictures or being there with the...
13 years agodrum show
From billnvick...
13 years agodrum show
I am going for my first time as well. I will be talking about my research into Gretsch's use of serial numbers at noon on Saturday in the upstairs Ma...
13 years agoVintage Heyn/Duplex Bass Pedal and Low Boy
There was also a very cool double pedal in the trunk. I took a cell phone pic at the time, but it is the same as this one in David Anfuso's collectio...
13 years agoVintage Heyn/Duplex Bass Pedal and Low Boy
I was visiting a fellow drummer in the area over the weekend and he pointed to an old trunk that he said held some old equipment. I was intrigued and...
13 years ago1959 Slingerland Kit and Gretsch Snare help...
The Gretsch snare is from the later 60s, probably about 1967. This is based upon the serial number, but also the combination of the Round Badge (used...
13 years agoInformation Request - Ludwig's 'B' lines
I am the other forum member fishwaltz mentions who is looking at this. My focus is mainly the original series of Ludwig Standards. I just got tired of...
13 years agoGretsch round badge
Ray, Thanks for the kind words. I hope to enhance the website so that I can receive reports of drums as you suggest. I am not that web savvy, so it...
13 years agoGretsch round badge
From russd...
13 years agoGretsch progressive jazz kit
I have a similar set with inlays that look about the same.
13 years agoDating Gretsch Bass drum
From mlvibes...
14 years ago