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Best way to clean brushed metal wraps?
Greetings, I just picked up a Mapex QR jazz kit with an 18" bass drum for a great price. It is the "Grey Steel" wrap, which is similar to a typical...
6 years agoCanopus Jeff Hamilton flat base stands with 6 mm tilters-for small hole cymbals
From Rich K....
6 years agoCanopus Jeff Hamilton flat base stands with 6 mm tilters-for small hole cymbals
Greetings, Jeff has always been one of my favorites. This trio video is superb. I know that Remo isn't making drums anymore, so Jeff is now with Ma...
6 years agoVintage Ludwig Kit 3 ply? Help?
I'm certainly no Ludwig expert, but was Ludwig using the curved spurs in 1970?
6 years agoSqueaky hi-hat
There is a much easier way. Use a socket wrench to unscrew the coupling nut that is sticking out of the top of the tripod base. You might need to hold...
6 years agoGator case
Unless you are picky about the brand, you can usually find used hard shell cases for around $50-$60 bucks.
6 years ago1960s Super Classic - unususal dampening
Wowza.........what the H happened to the inside of that bass drum?
6 years agoAnother Craigslist Rant............
So, I happen to see a Gold Sparkle bass drum in a "Drum Stuff" ad (Photo Below). Seller listed it as a Stewart bass drum and that it was an 18". As...
6 years agoGator case
Looks like that particular model might be discontinued. This one is very similar, just no straps; it's held together by the center bolt. https://www...
6 years agoBring wrap on Camco snare shell back to original color?
One thing I have tried in the past is 3M Headlight Restorer. I used mine on an MIJ kit that was Silver Glitter. Here is the thread I posted about it...
6 years agoGetting a tour of Zildjian today!
From J!m...
6 years ago1963 Rogers Swing Time in Blue Onyx
What a beauty! Great job, Mark! I have always loved that finish. I have an MIJ in that finish and it's one of my favorites. Very "Rogers-esque", b...
6 years agoHow to repair 70's mount-HOLE on 60's bass shell?
Another option that I've used before on the "Pearl Style" mounts with about 1" holes: Put several layers of painter's tape on one side of the hole (i...
6 years agoBeverley 22" Ride
How do you like it? To me, it sounds a little tinny and harsh to use on a lighter gig, but not big or ballsy enough to use on a loud gig. It's a cym...
6 years agoTip for extra height adjustment on Ludwig Rail Mounts
Greetings, I have a 20" Bass drum that has a rail mount and uses a standard, Ludwig L-arm mount that is 3/8" (9.5 mm) on either end. As you know, th...
6 years ago