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From jccabinets

I knew about the 2 floor toms being 16 each, I guess it was the bass drum I was not sure about. I've only been around here a few years, Im a slow learner.

Jeff!

You're hardly a slow learner! Buddy always played a 14X24, or sometimes even a 14x26, the 14X26 especially so from 1983 on with his restored 1940's Slingerland Radio Kings. I normally don't do anything like this, but... I had wanted to check out the recording/posting capabilities of the iPhone 6, so... I recorded a little of those 1997 Ludwigs. Have a look/listen if you desire! It's just an iPhone recording/video, but you can get a good idea as to the sound of the drums. Goes without saying, a desktop PC with nice speakers will make them open up a bit! Lastly... LOVE the job you did on that resto Jeff! Beauties!

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gznh32eLi7s"]1997 Ludwig Buddy Rich in WMP - YouTube[/ame]

Tommyp

Posted on 10 years ago
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I'm between bands now, but these get rotated when I gig. While a parent shouldn't have a favorite, if someone pressed me, I suppose it would be the walnut—I've acquired a matching TDR snare for it since this photo was taken. But having a favorite doesn't mean that you don't love the others.

Al

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9x Slingerland New Rock 50N 12-13-16-22 with 170 (Super S-O-M) holder
• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 10 years ago
#52
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Love those Slingerlands Al....

Here's my only "complete" kit pictured at a couple of recent gigs...

Cheers

John

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'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
Zildjian, Sabian , UFIP & Paiste mix.
Posted on 10 years ago
#53
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Tommy~! Wow~! Very very cool kit and man some excellent playing too! Wish I had a smidge of your talent! Thanks for posting. :)

Super nice kits everyone has. Good stuff!

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 10 years ago
#54
Posts: 510 Threads: 42

My three gigging kits- mid 40's Radio Kings

SSB Gretsch

'60's Samsonite!

Posted on 10 years ago
#55
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From Tommyp

Jeff! You're hardly a slow learner! Buddy always played a 14X24, or sometimes even a 14x26, the 14X26 especially so from 1983 on with his restored 1940's Slingerland Radio Kings. I normally don't do anything like this, but... I had wanted to check out the recording/posting capabilities of the iPhone 6, so... I recorded a little of those 1997 Ludwigs. Have a look/listen if you desire! It's just an iPhone recording/video, but you can get a good idea as to the sound of the drums. Goes without saying, a desktop PC with nice speakers will make them open up a bit! Lastly... LOVE the job you did on that resto Jeff! Beauties!1997 Ludwig Buddy Rich in WMP - YouTubeTommyp

Tommy, thanks for that! The drums and you both sound excellent. Could you slow it down about 100 times so I can figure out what your doing, lol. Man, I wish I could play that good.


Thank you!
Jeff C

"Enjoy every sandwich" Warren Zevon
Posted on 10 years ago
#56
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From Tommyp

Jeff! You're hardly a slow learner! Buddy always played a 14X24, or sometimes even a 14x26, the 14X26 especially so from 1983 on with his restored 1940's Slingerland Radio Kings. I normally don't do anything like this, but... I had wanted to check out the recording/posting capabilities of the iPhone 6, so... I recorded a little of those 1997 Ludwigs. Have a look/listen if you desire! It's just an iPhone recording/video, but you can get a good idea as to the sound of the drums. Goes without saying, a desktop PC with nice speakers will make them open up a bit! Lastly... LOVE the job you did on that resto Jeff! Beauties!1997 Ludwig Buddy Rich in WMP - YouTubeTommyp

I enjoyed this video!! Thanks Tommy!!

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 10 years ago
#57
Posts: 3467 Threads: 116

Nice smooth style Tommy.. Real nice "seemingly effortless" playing and I love the tuning of your kit..

Looks like the IPhone 6 cuts it too... Imagine recording something like that from your home just 10 years ago.. technology has come a long way..

Cheers

'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
Zildjian, Sabian , UFIP & Paiste mix.
Posted on 10 years ago
#58
Posts: 677 Threads: 47

Great playing thereMind Blowi

I love the jazz era
Posted on 10 years ago
#59
Posts: 2411 Threads: 55

Glenn!

THANK YOU for the very kind words! So glad that you enjoyed! I'm working the Infinity Music Hall in Hartford with the Sinatra Show next Saturday the 17th, 8:00PM. Maybe we could meet! http://www.infinityhall.com/Events/the-sounds-of-frank-the-ultimate-musical-tribute-to-frank-sinatra-1-17-2015/

Jeff!

THANK YOU for the very kind words! I figured what the heck, let's see how this new iPhone records in the visual and aural plane, and... you would be able to see and hear those drums. The lighting in my drum room is so-so for doing something like this, but was just enough to see. I'll have to tweak it a bit! Also, it wasn't a planned or focused recording of course, so it was me just messin' around with a bunch of different patterns and some grooves. I would call it "solo fodder" ! Basically useless stuff in the actual realm of backing a band/vocalist, but fun to just let it go now and then. Glad you enjoyed!

grantro!

THANK YOU for the very kind words too! Glad you enjoyed!

longjohn!

TOO KIND! Thank you! I will say that I have always strived to play relaxed and smooth, rergardless of style, and with good posture. I greatly appreciate the comments! Regarding the tuning of the drums: THANK YOU again! the 9X13, 14X14, and 16X16 are "tuned" to play "here comes the bride" starting with the 16X16. That has always been a great starting point for me on the toms, and I have been doing that for decades! Gives them a nice spread and tonal center. Bass drum and snare drum are always the same on all my kits, and glad you liked 'em too! Yes!... that iPhone 6 is pretty impressive! We are certainly OLD enough to remember how it used to be. So true! Technology today is off the charts!

Olddrumgeek!

THANK YOU for the kind words too! 'Twas greatly and sincerely appreciated!

Tommyp

Posted on 10 years ago
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