Good morning:
WRT to my previous post about my cracked Vistalite 14x22 bass drum-debating whether I should be patient and find a 1:1 Ludwig replacement for it or do I strip the hardware off of it and go buy a new RCI shell? I had a really nice conversation with the RCI guys yesterday and am impressed with them. Kind of torn as to what to do-any thoughts?
Very much a matter of personal taste. I prefer the original Vistalites ('70s vintage) and have never had a cracking issue. I always felt that RCI was infringing on the Ludwig stuff - especially when they use the Ludwig badges. If you are not proud enough to label your own product, why would I want to buy it?
That is the way I am leaning as I want to maintain the authenticity of what I have if in fact I can come up with another shell
You can always order one direct from Ludwig.. Brand new shell that's still manufactured,
and more solid than the originals, will have it's badge, and is a perfect match.
Although, i'm not sure how long your order would take, seeing as how only the drilling of holes would be done, and badge installed..It usually takes a special order almost 3 months to get shipped to my location here in Canada (Montreal), so yours will probably take less time..
Very much a matter of personal taste. I prefer the original Vistalites ('70s vintage) and have never had a cracking issue. I always felt that RCI was infringing on the Ludwig stuff - especially when they use the Ludwig badges. If you are not proud enough to label your own product, why would I want to buy it?
I guess I'm of the opposite thought here: if you just can't find a good replacement Ludwig Vistalite, why not use an RCI replacement shell? RCI manufactures excellent shells. And, I completely understand them installing B/O badges on the shells and have no issues with this. I'm sure RCI is very proud of their products!
-Mark
Update: I did locate a 14x22 clear Ludwig Vistalite bass drum on ebay-hardware and hoops looked a little rough but I have sets of those in mint condition so will just swap them when the drum gets here-thankful to have found one and here is hoping it arrives here in one piece and not cracked........
Update: I did locate a 14x22 clear Ludwig Vistalite bass drum on ebay-hardware and hoops looked a little rough but I have sets of those in mint condition so will just swap them when the drum gets here-thankful to have found one and here is hoping it arrives here in one piece and not cracked........
Yes, hope it arrives without cracks! Post pictures of the completed drum!
-Mark
Why not repair the crack and maintain the originality of the kit? The repaired crack will be stronger than before it cracked.
Just cant bear to look at the crack-----my deal fell through on the replacement so back in the market--seller was lets just say not the honest type......so if anyone knows anyone looking to sell a 14X22 clear vistalite bass drum shell, please message me....thanks
