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Calf heads for dummies ... (uh, me)
Okay, thanks. One more question then. If I get a mounted calf head, do I still need to wet the head to aid seating, or is that step no longer required...
14 years agoVintage Slingerland Drum Heads for sale
2 drum heads for sale: 60's (I think) Slingerland logo 20" drum head - good condition, a few marks here and there but not too bad. A slight bit worn...
14 years agoSlingerland muffler knob
Looking at a later 60's Slingerland snare that seems to be missing the knob for the muffler. Would this reduce the value of the drum much? Is this...
14 years agoCalf heads for dummies ... (uh, me)
I've got an Earthtone/Gold Tone head on my snare right now. Kevin, you're right, they are goat skin. Unless they did calf at some point but I've never...
14 years agoCalf heads for dummies ... (uh, me)
I'd like to get a calf head (um, I mean calf skin head ... how would I explain a calf head showing up on the doorstep to my wife? Not to mention, it w...
14 years ago1957 WFL Ringo !!!
Do you mean the actual model of the kit is a "Ringo"? Wasn't '57 pre-Beatles? Or are you just referring to the wrap being the same as Ringo's kits?...
14 years agoWhat style of music are you playing with your vintage kit?
Low-key indie pop kinda stuff. As to whether or not a 20 x 14 would work live, well, there are SO many variables that come into play - mic'd vs. un-m...
14 years ago60's Slingerland Lt Blue Pearl Drums
Thanks. Yeah, I love this kit. It's my first vintage set and I can hardly think of any other kit (brand, sizes, wrap, you name it ...) I'd rather have...
14 years agoAcrolite?
Wow, must be your lucky day. I'm always amazed at the deals all of you guys seem to find. I'm gonna start going to more garage sales.
14 years ago60's Slingerland Lt Blue Pearl Drums
My later 60's Slingerland kit (20 x 14, 12 x 8, 14 x 14) in light blue pearl. Well, more like light green pearl due to fading, but I think they look...
14 years ago"Mr. Tyler Brewington" Recipient of Donor kit 09-2010
Funny, I just noticed that the last 3 posts giving Jonni the thumbs up were all from Canadians. Guess that stereotype about us Canadians being polite...
14 years agoFinger cymbals aka Zills
So I was at this Greek restaurant recently which had this belly dancer. Now, I can't stand it when they dance right in front of you for two minutes, B...
14 years agoAlternatives to Ludwig Supraphonics?
Seems like I've gone and generated some discussion and differing opinions. Hey, that's a good thing. I appreciate everyone's info and I'm learning thi...
14 years agoAlternatives to Ludwig Supraphonics?
Thank you for all the info and detailed responses! I'm interested in finding out more about the Slingy Krupa COB - plus I've already got a Slingerlan...
14 years ago"Mr. Tyler Brewington" Recipient of Donor kit 09-2010
Wow, what an amazingly selfless thing to do, Jonnistix. I recently spent many hours doing a thorough cleaning/detailing of my kit and all the while ke...
14 years ago