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restoration of vintage Premier kit
Looks like you have shells from different periods. The small tom looks like (lugs) pre 1965, the FT and Bass (fuzzy pic) look like late 60's and 70's....
15 years agoLooking for Vintage or Replica 60's Premier hardware
Ebay would be your best bet. They do crop up once in a while but the pickings as of late have been slim, due to the fact that I bought most of it over...
15 years agoWho out there is the Premier Guru
Pictures of would be a help. Serial numbers on most drums are meaningless, Premier especially.
15 years agoID an old snare?
Checker, clear out some of your messages. I tried to reply to you, it said your box is full. :)
15 years agoDrum setups
This may sound silly but how high do you sit on your throne? Neil Peart who is 6'4" sits low on his (last time I saw a pic of him) as well as Stewart...
15 years ago12" Ludwig, easily choked.
Reading your old post where you say the the edges are not flat. Straightening the edges and recutting would be needed. If you don't have the tools ne...
15 years agoCleaning & Repairing calfskin heads
Cleaning, wipe them down with a damp rag or sponge. Do NOT use any chemicals (soap, class cleaner). Depending on how big the tears or splits are they...
15 years agoPremier Drums
From mcjnic...
15 years agoYamaha steel snare drum serial number
Post a few pictures of it (lugs, throw, butt, badge). I've found serial numbers are pretty useless, most companies don't keep accurate records.
15 years agoID an old snare?
I'd be interested in buying it.
15 years agoCutting A drum shell down
Yes, a good cabinet maker would do the work you need. Wood filler will not affect the sound.
15 years agoPlease identify these snares
There's no way to tell who makes what when it comes to something as generic as this. Any company will carry similar wires.
16 years agoGeorg B. Stone & Son Master-Model
That's one beautiful drum! Let me know if you plan on selling it.
16 years agoPremier 60's 22" BD project
NICE! Well done! Got pix of the completed kit?
16 years agoCalf and Goat Skin Questionnaire
Are all your edges clean and smooth? Rough, uneven edges will give you problems. Also, 2 things. skin heads are better suited to rounded edges (outsid...
16 years ago