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1971 Ludwig... opinions?
Thank you everybody! Yes, they're beautiful, but after thinking it over, I'm going to pass as well. I could get two good Slingerland sets for the sa...
5 years ago1971 Ludwig... opinions?
Okay, not really wanting to start a flame war, but I could use advice from the forum. As I posted elsewhere, I'm kinda looking for a 1970s Ludwig set...
5 years agoEarly 80s Ludwig?
Very nice kit!
5 years agoEarly 80s Ludwig?
These appear to have the black/white badge, not the black/silver of Rockers. But to be honest, a riveted wrap doesn't appeal very much!
5 years agoEarly 80s Ludwig?
I'm thinking about an early 1980s Ludwig 5 piece kit for sale locally. It's a sparkle finish, COB snare (don't know the model yet) and in decent shap...
5 years agoSlingerland mid-60s floor tom
Looking for a sparkle red mid-60s Slingerland floor tom. Either 14" or 16" is fine. Will also consider shells with damaged wrap that can be rewrappe...
6 years agoLudwig Student Snare, early 1960s
We've agreed on a price we both can live with. I'll get it this weekend and start tinkering with it. Thank you everybody!
6 years agoLudwig Student Snare, early 1960s
That's what we're trying to find out. He's a friend from church, so I would rather help him get the best price even if it means I can't afford it mys...
6 years agoLudwig Student Snare, early 1960s
A follow-up, I've attached the photos. The snare is wood, not metal, and it's been stored in the garage for years. The owner said it was a "Ludwig S...
6 years agoLudwig Student Snare, early 1960s
Thanks! He's supposed to email me some photos this weekend, and I'll post them here.
6 years agoLudwig Student Snare, early 1960s
Good morning! I have a friend who is thinking about selling his 1960s Ludwig snare to me. I haven't see photos of it yet, so I'm not sure what model...
6 years agoAnother pawn shop score!
They actually sound too loud for my tastes, and the 22" sustains forever. Since I don't gig, I don't need them for performances. I'll probably resel...
6 years agoAnother pawn shop score!
Gotcha, thanks to both you and Mike! I'm still learning! :)
6 years agoSlingerland tuning help
Actually I agree with leedybdp and johnnyringo as to not forcing my 50 year old Slingerland to sound like a 2018 Ludwig. It's a vintage set, and its...
6 years agoAnother pawn shop score!
Thanks! The last stamp is very tall, looks like a "Type II Large" as described in one of the links. Late 50s/early 60s. I'm debating whether to k...
6 years ago