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Vintage Hardware...or not?
This is an interesting discussion. I've been playing my '69 Ludwigs for over 30 years now in a wide range of musical styles. The original hardware s...
16 years agoMy Slingerland Blackrome Kit
Definitely a sweet kit. I hope you plan to play some serious Rock 'n' Roll with them!D' Drummer
16 years ago69 Ludwigs
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16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Thanks, O-Lugs. My kit did come with a hardware package, and it was definitely the lightweight version. As I recall, the soft spring in the HH stand...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Pounder, Thanks for corroborating our theory. Actually, I'd be happy if they were '67s, because they'd be the same age as my "vintage" Chevelle (but...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Kurt, Thanks for your input. Your hypothesis that mine is a 67-68 kit with a later date stamp seems to agree with most of the comments I've received...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Thanks. I've heard from others that 69 was a "transition" year for Ludwig. I guess my kit got caught up in the mix. Any idea if its uniqueness make...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Kurt, Thanks for your comments in both the Gallery and this thread. I'll try to respond to both. First, however, let me say that I checked out your...
16 years agoHello Everyone
Marc, Thanks for the quick reply and the useful information. I had not heard of either of the sources you mention, but I'll be sure to check them ou...
16 years agoHello Everyone
Marc, Thanks for the great story on your web site. I've owned my Luddies since I was 12 and it's the only kit I've ever used. I doubt I've played n...
16 years ago69 Ludwigs
Could be '68s, but the date stamp in each is "Dec 11, 1969." Could they be early release '70s?? And, yes, there does seem to be a bit more noise abo...
16 years ago69 Ludwigs
I've owned this kit since 1975. I've used them a lot to play a wide variety (gospel to semi-heavy metal) of music over the years and hope to get anot...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Thanks for the responses. Here are a few pics of the kit. Also, some additional info: When I got this kit, it had all the original (I assume) hardw...
16 years agoLudwig Mod Orange?
Hi folks. I'm new to this forum and am looking for some help in identifying the model and finish of my drum kit. I don't have a picture handy, but i...
16 years ago