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I Did the Unthinkable

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From johnnyringo

I didn't put the center mount on, that's original to the drum. I put the mount to hold the L-arm, I only had to drill two small holes for the screws.

It's your drum, you're playing it, so done. It's not like you're piercing the Mona Lisa's septum.

Posted on 7 years ago
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From lucky

What size is your bass drum?

It's a 14x22 kick.

Posted on 7 years ago
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From johnnyringo

It's not a virgin kick to begin with, there's a cymbal mount directly on top of the drum with a good half inch hole.

I still think it's a great kit and I would probably put a rail on it. I don't mind a cymbal stand at the side instead of a mounted cymbal arm, but an extra snare stand is a load I don't want to shoulder.

Posted on 7 years ago
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Oh heck! It’s your drum... make it how you want it.

Not a Guru... just interested..
Posted on 7 years ago
#34
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The center mount for the cymbal rod can be put to good use. Insert a short 3/8" rod for a cow bell mount or a stick tray.

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 7 years ago
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I have a '61 Galaxy 22" Club Date bass drum that is setup like your bass drum with the center cymbal mount only. You can use an old Z bar that fits in that mount and moves the ride cymbal over to the "usual" position. Mine also uses the hoop mounted clipper for the mounted tom. Here is a pic showing the tom setup. I don't have a pic of the Z bar. Gibraltar makes a modern version.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gibraltar-SC-CA-Cymbal-Arm-For-Sc-Am-Mount-Gibraltar-ORIGINAL-Fast-Shipment/222781073967?epid=1800138451&hash=item33dec96a2f:g:ovcAAOSwPIhaTSah

Mike

Posted on 7 years ago
#36
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I use the center mount on my 58' New Yorker for a 7" splash . . yes very Buddy-esk

No Guru - I just love collecting & learning about vintage drums!

Some of my favorites from the kits in the collection
58 WFL New Yorker Blue Sparkle
67 Ludwig Hollywood Red Psychedelic
69 Ludwig Standard Red Ruby Strata
70's Ludwig BOP "Ringo" Kit

A few of my favorite snares
20's Leedy Black Elite
51 Leedy & Ludwig Knob Tension
58 WFL Buddy Rich Classic Blue Sparkle
63 Walberg & Auge Sea Blue Agave Green Pearl
66 Leedy Shelly Manne Blue Agate Pearl
Posted on 7 years ago
#37
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From johnnyringo

I didn't put the center mount on, that's original to the drum. I put the mount to hold the L-arm, I only had to drill two small holes for the screws.

Oh,you didn`t sin though. Sorry.

So why put a cymbal mount on a drum with a cymbal mount original ?

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 7 years ago
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From johnnyringo

I added a cymbal mount to the kick. I had to drill a couple holes, but I had this L-arm sitting around and I wanted to put it to use. I really like having my ride on the kick and it saves me from having to lug around another cymbal stand to gigs. I used a vintage Ludwig mount, so at least it looks like it's original to the kit.

While I would not have done it, in the end they are your drums to do with what you what you wish. At least your modification emulates practice from the period.

Mark
BosLover
Posted on 7 years ago
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From OddBall

Oh,you didn`t sin though. Sorry. So why put a cymbal mount on a drum with a cymbal mount original ?

I'm using a 22" ride, the cymbal would be too close and probably too heavy for that cymbal mount. I believe it's meant for a splash or cowbell.

Posted on 7 years ago
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