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Help with Ludwig serial numbers
Ok, so from the info I've gathered, my newest assumption is that these are probably some of the final 3-ply, pointed-badges drums that Ludwig did. My...
2 years agoHelp with Ludwig serial numbers
That just adds to the mystery. So mine may be a "combo" set but maybe ordered without the granitone and b/o badges? Who knows.
2 years agoHelp with Ludwig serial numbers
Yes, they are 3-ply with re-rings.
2 years agoHelp with Ludwig serial numbers
Ok thanks! I thought Ludwig had quit making 3-ply kits by that point, but I’m definitely no historian! My best guess is 78-79 as well.
2 years agoHelp with Ludwig serial numbers
A little help please. When was my kit made? I can’t seem to figure it out. They are 3-ply with maple interiors. Thanks!
2 years agoRepairing peeling wrap
This is perfect. Thank you for taking the time to write all of this up! I have some contact cement headed my way this morning, and hoping I'll be ge...
2 years agoRepairing peeling wrap
This question has been answered a million times, so feel free to post links to answers instead of typing up your answers if you like! I just ordered...
2 years agoReplacing stripped spurs and floor tom bracket on early 70s slingerland kit
I didn't finish installing Helicoils on everything but I have everything needed to do so on an as-needed basis. I was in the middle of doing my last...
2 years agoOne more helicoil question
Update: I just ordered 20 helicoils and I’m going to go ahead and do the whole kit. The kit I have is no museum piece, and I bought them to play. I...
2 years agoOne more helicoil question
Thanks to your help, I was able to repair my stripped Slingerland bass drum spur bracket and floor tom leg bracket. Since I’m wanting to gig with the...
2 years agoVintage Slingerland set. need to know how much worth
I think $1000 - $1200 is fair for the toms and kick. I'd sell the snare separate and the cymbals separate. I would also suggest not to buy new heads...
2 years agoDrop-in replacement for Slingerland FT brackets?
Thank you for your replies! I think Inde makes a bracket that will work, but they are REALLY expensive. I'll keep on with helicoil kit. Thanks again...
2 years agoDrop-in replacement for Slingerland FT brackets?
Y'all have been incredibly helpful in helping me get my newly-acquired Slingerland kit from the early 1970s. I have another quick question. Does any...
2 years agoDo you take your kick drum anchor off when you travel?
This is a great idea! One of my anchors is a Gibraltar and the other is an off-brand but works just as well. Thanks!
2 years agoDo you take your kick drum anchor off when you travel?
Is it better take off the kick drum anchor when traveling or is it ok to leave on? I use really good padded bags and I'm easy on my gear. Thanks!
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