I always wondered what kind of drums Radar used. I know that's a 5x14 Supraphonic, which is completely period IN-correct for Korean War era (how did they get that one past the censors!). But what about the rest of the kit? I can't make out the lugs, and that is some wild "tangerine ripple" type of finish that screams early '70s. MIJ? MIK? Should this unauthentic stage management ruin my overall M*A*S*H* experience-- with it's acclaimed acting, deep characters, and ensemble cast? Well, Radar does have some chops (even though he alsmost duffs it at 0:35).[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AN7r4GjjVw[/ame]
Identify Radar's drums?
I believe those are Yamahas
Late 30s Slingerland Radio King- 7x14
SJC Custom Snare Pink Sparkle- 8x14
62 Slingerland COB Radio King- 5x14
Is that Duct tape on the bottom head? Did they even have "Duck" tape then?
1965 Club Date/Downbeat Combo Blue Sparkle
Cleveland Rogers COB Powertone snare
1965 Ludwig Supra Snare
yes, I also think those are 70s Yamahas.
Gary spent time as a Slingerland endorser. Just putting it out there.
Gary lost a finger on his left hand. If you look closely, you'll see he's got a tentative hold on that left stick at best. There is only one meat-hook (instead of two,) over the stick. Makes for big time control problems at higher tempos I'm sure. I have a lot of respect for guys that can play on Gary's level with a physical handicap. Example: Rick Allen/Def Lepard.
Considering his obstacles, Gary played his ass off!
John
Gary lost a finger on his left hand. If you look closely, you'll see he's got a tentative hold on that left stick at best. There is only one meat-hook (instead of two,) over the stick. Makes for big time control problems at higher tempos I'm sure. I have a lot of respect for guys that can play on Gary's level with a physical handicap. Example: Rick Allen/Def Lepard.Considering his obstacles, Gary played his ass off!John
Interesting John I never knew that. I always thought he played great in this clip and cool to see him steal the show.
Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.

dont think fayray you are right. i put looking for my tom to the side and told my self that i will show up when i lease expect it.
1979 12 pc ludwig power factory
Turner Classic Movies had a ad were everybody was dressed in 30's attire,and played old instruments EXCEPT THE DRUMMER. he played a 80's set of drums. Kinda throws the vibe off kilter.Oh no dont I have something better to do???? Well,well,well..V
65-WMP Clubdates
66-Green Sparkle Clubdates
67-Root Beer Clubdates
65-Cream tiger-stripe Pearl Presidents
60's Red Sparkle Artist LTD
60's yellow sparkle Trixon's
??'s Kingston-MIJ--3piece kit/Pearl snare
many vintage pedals,cymbals,parts,ect,ect
dont think fayray you are right. i put looking for my tom to the side and told my self that i will show up when i lease expect it.
I was thinking it looked like this one. The tom mount is different but the lugs and finish could be right
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