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Help! Is this a Ludwig Downbeat snare? Take a look. Last viewed: 6 minutes ago

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Hey guys, give me a hand. Take a look at this clip with SJ.

Is this snare a Ludwig Downbeat? If so, I may have to get one.

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RruAmVYiGYs[/ame]

Posted on 13 years ago
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And while we're at it, anyone know what THIS snare might be?

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLduQpy7P14[/ame]

Posted on 13 years ago
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That first video sure looks like a downbeat to me. Sounds great too. I had a 6 lug 3x13 model and it didn't sound that good by any means. I almost wonder if he had the edges redone or something. Much "crackier" than what I had. No idea on the second drum.

Thanks for sharing the vids, those were great.

Posted on 13 years ago
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From Gravy

That first video sure looks like a downbeat to me. Sounds great too. I had a 6 lug 3x13 model and it didn't sound that good by any means. I almost wonder if he had the edges redone or something. Much "crackier" than what I had. No idea on the second drum.Thanks for sharing the vids, those were great.

He's a great player for sure. I was even thinking it could be a 4x14 Downbeat in the first one?

Posted on 13 years ago
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yep just like mine 62 good luck in finding one im liking mine a lot it's in silver also there pretty pricy if the money is right id sell mine whoa did i just say that

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Posted on 13 years ago
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From jaghog

yep just like mine 62 good luck in finding one im liking mine a lot it's in silver also there pretty pricy if the money is right id sell mine whoa did i just say that

I've noticed these are tough to find though! I'd love to find out the snare in the 2nd video...had a nice looser sound to it. But that Downbeat is funky!

Posted on 13 years ago
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I had a 4x14 1960 Downbeat that I sold because I had not developed the appreciation for that vintage sound that I now have. I now regret that sale.

It would be nice to see that same drum back on the shelf.

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Posted on 13 years ago
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From AtlantaDrumGuy

He's a great player for sure. I was even thinking it could be a 4x14 Downbeat in the first one?

Yep looks like a 4x14 to me. I've watched that video a few times, awesome stuff. I like that little Beatles part where he's playing 8th notes on the bass drum.

Posted on 13 years ago
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First vid looks like 6 lugs to me...therefore couldn't be a Downbeat.

My guess is Jazz Combo

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Posted on 13 years ago
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From O-Lugs

First vid looks like 6 lugs to me...therefore couldn't be a Downbeat.My guess is Jazz Combo

Hmmmm the plot thickens!

Posted on 13 years ago
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