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Westend set (The Hague)
PJC.....for the odd sized drums, the cheapest way out is round the size up to the next common size, get a hoop and head that size, then install washer...
11 years agoTrixon snare listed on C.L.
I'm the proud owner of a 1967 Tel star conical set While they are SO cool to look at, getting parts is a real bear.
11 years agoWrapping with the TAPE method
I think most if not all of the problems are due to the way the tape is used. Putting a strip of tape on the beginning and end of the wrap and calling...
11 years agotempro wmp set????
Sure they can sound good. But use that at gigs 30 times and watch all the set screws strip and some of the hardware snap. They just werent made for re...
11 years agotempro wmp set????
Fay: Whats wrong with your Telstar? My 1965 Trixon Telstar sounds great. Sure the bass drum isnt a real thumper, but the snare sounds super and the to...
11 years agoWrapping with the TAPE method
I use the 3M tape product. It wasnt really that expensive and it is great. Dont be swayed by those folks who disparage the tape method. Done correctl...
11 years agotempro wmp set????
Hmmm.....I really dont think I'd agree with the statement that most of the time MIJ sets are Great. ...in fact, I'd say its the opposite......that mos...
11 years agoTrixon Telstar Bass Drum Spur Mount
Thank you Christian. The one I need is for the Square leg. Thanks!
11 years agotempro wmp set????
Agreed. Not sure what youre paying for the set or what condition its in, but the MIJ sets generally sell for anywhere between $80 - $250. The really...
11 years agoTrixon Telstar Bass Drum Spur Mount
Thanks Diamond. Yes, I have spoken to Ingo before, he is a great guy and knows everything about Trixons. His site is awesome, you could spend all day...
11 years agoTrixon Telstar Bass Drum Spur Mount
Got a nasty surprise today, the spur mount on my 1965 Trixon Telstar bass drum cracked! Anyone have a spare in good condition that they could sell? I...
11 years agoDrums Stamped Nov 5 1959
Anybody have any? Also looking for drum catalogs from 1959.
11 years agoOval badge Pearl blue sparkle. Thoughts?
Way overpriced. $175 at most. The seller will find that out after awhile, im sure.
11 years agoHelp needed with old Revelle kit
Nice wrap color. Those MIJ had some funky wrap colors, thats fior sure.
11 years agoVERY old MIJ F.T.
Interesting drum, but boy oh boy is that the cheapest of the cheap. Look at those floor tom leg lugs....I bet they didnt hold up the legs for very lon...
11 years ago