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Downbeat set for jazz?
I've been thinking of switching to a Ludwig Downbeat set for my jazz stuff. I currently have an old Yamaha Maple Custom (not Absolute) with an 18" bas...
13 years agoProjection or lack of...curious
Great points above. I was thinking 3 ply shells as a reference point in this case.
13 years agoProjection or lack of...curious
Some people seem to argue that many of the vintage drums lack projection. I'm not sure I believe the hype. Heck, Ringo was playing stadiums and Bonham...
13 years ago6 ply vs 7 ply maple snare...may only keep one
And the results are in...spent time with these two drums tonight. Before today, I haven't even really picked up the 6 ply snare. So... I tuned up the...
13 years ago6 ply vs 7 ply maple snare...may only keep one
From Purdie Shuffle...
13 years ago6 ply vs 7 ply maple snare...may only keep one
I have two "modern" maple snares...both 6x14. One is 7 ply (solid black) with wood hoops, while the other is 6 ply (silver sparkle) yet matches a set...
13 years ago60s Zildjian 16" crash
Looking to get one in the thin to med thin weight range...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
Gotcha...so I guess the champagne Ludwig 60s drums that I recently got is actually pink champagne sparkle. For some reason, I was thinking pink champa...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
My revised list to include 4 instead of 2. BOP BDP Oyster blue Pink Champagne Luckily I have 3 of these in 60s super classics, but one day I need to...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
From GG Vintage...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
From Mspartacus...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
From billnvick...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
From AtlantaDrumGuy...
13 years agoFavorite Ludwig finish?
Okay guys, we all know it's the sound that matters...but let's face it, a cool finish can provide mojo. What are your two most favorite finishes? Does...
13 years agoHow Old is a vintage drummer?
Mid 30s, but age is just a number...I play more than collect! I own modern drums as well though. Currently have two 60s Ludwig kits and another on the...
13 years ago