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Is this unbranded cymbal Avedis Zildjian?
Interesting. Do you know for sure it's "unbranded?". Many times, the Zildjian stamp is VERY hard to see. On some cymbals I've gone round and round...
8 years agoThreads on japanese bass sivel nuts
I've run into the problem too. I always just replace the threaded insert (or swivel nut) that the tension rod threads into. That way, you can use mo...
8 years agoRogers "Big R"-My First Rogers Kit-I have a few questions......
Greetings, I recently picked up a Rogers "Big R" that was very, VERY dirty and is in need of some TLC, but most of the parts/pieces are there. I'm i...
8 years agoAnyone ever reupholster a drum seat cushion?
Here's what I do to my thrones when they need extra cushioning: Go to your local craft store (such as Hobby Lobby) and get a 2" thick piece of square...
8 years agoBest part of restoring drums?
From Ludwig-dude...
8 years agoAnyone ever use Contact paper as wrap?
Greetings Friends, I am thinking of experimenting with Contact paper on some cheap snare shells that I have. If it doesn't work out, I'm not out all...
8 years agoKOAing Final Bop Set
Looks great. Very cool! I know this might sound completely moronic, and please forgive my ignorance, but: What does "KOA" stand for? Does it refer...
8 years ago'67-'68 Thunder-Kind Pearl?
Welcome to the forum, fellow Michigander! (I grew up in suburban Detroit). Better photos would help, especially of the tom mount and the spurs, and t...
8 years agoMIJ Wrap Finishes-Let's Rank 'Em-Popular To Rare
I thought it would be fun to start a thread on MIJ finishes. I don't know that I've ever seen an Lacquered MIJ finish (at least from the factory), al...
8 years agoYamaha C200 - Golden Dragon finish
Holy Moly! Love that finish. I have a Star Gold Agate Pearl kit, but that's like School Bus Yellow Agate Pearl. Super Cool "Bumblebee" finish
8 years agoPlease help ! Is this bent ?
I have the Direct Drive version of that exact pedal, and my floor plate looks "bent" exactly the same as yours. It is definitely part of the design....
8 years agoPaiste 200 Hi-Hats
I TOTALLY agree with you, ARCHX on these. I have a set myself, and you motivated me to dig them out. Damn if they don't sound mighty fine! Very dry...
8 years agoNeed 5/16" MIJ Straight Cymbal Rod
You might be able to find an "alternate" mount. You can get 3 feet of 5/16" solid metal rod at most hardware stores for about $5 or less. You could...
8 years agoIdentify Eight Rides, Blind!
From poppies...
8 years agoRogers "Big R" Bass Drum Spur
Giving this a bump. I know one of you fine folks is going to come through for me.
8 years ago