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Star Factory Lug Dampers?
Hi, Mikey! Thanks for the information. I didn't realize that Star did this. These are definitely Star lugs but, I had no idea that the factory us...
14 years agoStar Factory Lug Dampers?
Dear Fellow members, I recently obtained another chrome Star eight lug snare. The one I use to gig is around 1972. It has a locking mechanism on...
14 years agojust bought these Star drums
Hello, Fayray! My Stars from 1971 or, possibly '72, came with an Imperial Star foot pedal. I am positve of that and positive of the dates listed,...
14 years agoStar Congas
Hi, Guys! I know that this is trying to find a needle...but, is there anyone out there who knows of a Star conga drum for sale? I have a restored...
14 years agoDuct tape glue
When I purchased my early 70's Stars, the wrap was ripped beyond repair. They have since been re-wrapped along with another tom and a Star cocktail dr...
14 years agoNew Kit...Bollero MIJ Funky!
Bolero was a line of Star. It is not the first with a ten lug snare. My 70's Star snare also has such a configuration. Recently, I lent my daughter's...
14 years agoStar Congas?
Fellow Members: I am the proud owner of a set of beautifully restored Stars, a great old Star cocktail drum and soon, thanks to Mikey, a vintage...
14 years agoStar Bongos!
I recently purchased a set of Star bongos for about $7.00 on ebay.ca. They are about 6 1/2 and 7 1/2 inches respectively. Four lugs apiece. The rims,...
14 years agoStar Double Knuckle Joint
Would anyone out ther have an early 70's Star double knuckle joint they would part with? It is the double geared apparatus that connects the cymbal ar...
14 years agostar tom
Ralf is right. I would certainly identify it as a Star. Interesting wrap. Brian
14 years agoStar 13 inch Tom Rim
Yeah, you're right, my friend. I guess I'm not too shrewd a businessman! On the other hand, your rims were mint! I really feel they were worth every c...
14 years agoOld Star brand snare
You're right Ryan! I have the same round badge snare which I use to play. When tuned and using the right heads, this old drum does have mojo! I'm also...
14 years agoOld Star brand snare
My God! What a beautiful job! Amazing! You, sir are an artist! I am in awe! Brian
14 years agoA Vox/Trixon Speedfire set on C/L
Thanks, Mikey! You certainly are a knowledgeable source when questions arise! Brian
14 years agoA Vox/Trixon Speedfire set on C/L
Hi, Mikey! This is very interesting. The Vox Manufacturing Company was an extremely diversified business! Of course, The Beatles used Vox amplifi...
14 years ago