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60's Rogers Cymbal Tilter wing nut
Jazzbo: you mean the wing nut on top of the felt? Hugh
10 years agoI have come to say goodbye to my drum brothers
Jerry: that was a very touching and eloquent good-bye. While I've not had the pleasure of meeting you, our drum brotherhood is strong. May God bless y...
10 years agoRogers Big R XP8
Congratulations on your first Rogers purchase! Some say the XP8 were the most well-made drums Rogers ever produced. You will enjoy their warm sound! H...
10 years agodrum grading
Hobbs: like your stab at it. Would especially like to see pics of that Rogers Dyna after detailing done. Hugh
10 years agodrum grading
I like the idea of a consistent grading system as a guide for all. In my mind, a brand-new drum, factory boxed and wrapped with unbroken tape would be...
10 years agoGreat Rogers story
Love it. Hugh
10 years agoRogers ID
Need pics or description of interior paint, hardware, and tags to get a better idea of age due to mixed mount hardware. Hugh
10 years ago1939 Female Big Band Drummer Viola Smith
Terrific videos! Hugh
10 years agoNeed help dating Rogers Drums
Didn't realize this is a repost and Ploughman has already weighed in. Hugh
10 years agoNeed help dating Rogers Drums
Looks like a job for Ploughman. My guess is 1975 for the drums with serial #'s. Hugh
10 years agoCan anyone help with Rogers drum identification
Sounds like a job for Ploughman. Hugh
10 years agoGene Krupa in NY
jd: Gene also partnered with Cozy Cole in the early 50's to open a drum studio. My grandfather traveled by bus from NJ into Manhattan to take lessons...
10 years ago1970's Rogers Drums questions
I agree with Ploughman, who's one of the Rogers gurus around here. Those drums would be Fullerton CA drums and 5 ply, MPMPM as you said. If the collet...
10 years agoSeven Line Dyna-Sonic Snare Drums
Very nice transition, Jack. That 1171 looks pristine! Hugh
10 years agoHelp with 60's Rogers set
PM sent. Glad to help. Hugh
10 years ago