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Star Conga for Sale?
Damn! Old School's post on Vintage Drums has got me thinking again! Would anyone out there have a Star conga drum that they would part with? It doesn'...
13 years agoA little Digital Dead to start the new year...
John, you are right when defining the drumming styles of Hart and Kreutzmann. For Christmas, I was lucky enough to receive the book, "Star Sets" by Jo...
13 years agoFirst gig on my vintage set
awc, that was great! I really like your snare work! It was light yet, the accents were placed in just the right spots. Your short solo was tasteful an...
13 years agoMisc. Old sticks, brushes! Any interest?
Thanks, John. As always, I bow to your expertise and knowledge. You always take the time to help others who will probably never glean the wisdom you p...
13 years agoHow Old is a vintage drummer?
You seem like a very bright young man. Compared to you, I'm an old geezer with a lot of good memories! Stay cool. Use your brain and talents. Do your...
13 years agoCongas Anyone?
Yep, congas are great! I join local musicians in Mexico every year and have a ball! Sure wish I could find some Stars sometime.
13 years agoMisc. Old sticks, brushes! Any interest?
Hello, ec! I just sent you a PM. Thanks. Brian
13 years agoHappy Drummin' New Year
Same to you, diamond and to all the members of VDF, may 2012 be the best year ever! Brian
13 years agoCharlie Watts
Yep. Charlie Watts is one of the coolest ever. I think that years ago, he realized that sometimes less is better. When he plays with his jazz band, it...
13 years agoLug Restoration: felt wrapped springs
Hi, Brian. Brian here. Once everything is cleaned internally, wrapping the springs in thin felt is a good idea if you have the patience. Simply e...
13 years ago1909 Ludwig Bass Pedal Cymbal Attachment
Merry Christmas, everyone! I know that this may be next to impossible but, I thought I'd try anyway. Would anyone have the cymbal attachment ( see pic...
13 years agoA Feel Good Christmas Story
That was a wonderful gesture, Mikey. You gave the true gift of Christmas.....human compassion. Brian
13 years ago1909 Ludwig Foot Pedal
Today I was lucky enough to acquire a 1909 Ludwig foot pedal in pristine condition. It even has the striker for the cymbal attached to the beater arm....
13 years agoChinese-Made Tamas
Thanks very much, John. As always, your responses are informative, well- thought out and very positve in nature. You have a vast amount of knowledge w...
13 years agoChinese-Made Tamas
Today, a set of Tama mini-tymps (MT68St) arrived which I had purchased from ebay. Although second-hand, they were in mint condition. I was very please...
13 years ago