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Sonor D453 question
If you returned it to round then I doubt its ferro. I had a ferro years ago that was about 3/16" out and I couldn't budge that thing. I even used a pi...
10 years agoWhat are late 70's-early 80's 22" A's going for ON AVERAGE?
Blair that heavy one might be a deep ride. If it's has a really flat profile that would be my guess. Prices are right. Can you post pics? Gary
10 years agoSonor D453 question
Just saw the pic that looks like a weld seam. I kind of think it could be brass but I just don't know. Sonor did things without disclosing in catalogs...
10 years agoSonor D453 question
Yes that's a vent hole, metal snares usually didn't get a grommet back then. I believe that's a pre-75 snare. Can you tell if it has a seam? Gary
10 years agoHorst Link Signature Series Copper Snare Stand Question
Not sure what you mean. The sig stand and hilite stand are different with different features but you could order both stands with chrome or copper. Ho...
10 years agoHorst Link Signature Series Copper Snare Stand Question
To Wayne- I'm not real sure as far as actual value goes but it seems like I've seen them go for around 150-200. Barryabko- I think that's how it's d...
10 years agoSonor thread
Yep easy to re-install. I use a large flat screwdriver and gently pry one end up. I also cover that spot with a towel so I don't damage the chrome fin...
10 years agoSonor thread
Any way to post pics of what you currently have and the teardrop? I also have teardrops and those are interchangeable with my phonics all are 1/4-20....
10 years agoHorst Link Signature Series Copper Snare Stand Question
I believe the snare stand in question is an actual signature stand that was factory copper plated to go along with the HLD 590. The hilite stands whil...
10 years agoSonor thread
Vintage Sonor tension rods are 1/4"-20. I need to ask are you wanting to ditch the flat sided screws? The only thing that will work is the sonor slo...
10 years agoSonor Phonic conversion
Wayne, do you have lugs for the snare yet? You could get these if you want to do an accurate copy. 281718617753 You then would need the modern sonor...
10 years agoSonor 505
$250 for a d505 is a really good price, I'd snatch it up without hesitating at that price. Ferro's are the real deal! Possibly the best vintage metal...
10 years agoSonor Phonic conversion
A factory 4" deep sonor snare would come with offset lugs which helps with not running out of depth for the hoops. If I wanted to do a conversion I wo...
10 years agoPlease confirm K Old Stamp
Oh that's a beauty. Looks like you got a nice one there. Can't wait for a recording. Gary
10 years agoGrommet options
Has anyone tried these from st drums in Germany? Just wondering if these would work since the outside flange is very narrow. They have various lengths...
10 years ago