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Hi, all!

I think I'm finally finished with replacing all of my heavy modern, clunky hardware with vintage Ludwig flat base cymbal stands, snare stands, L-arms, mounts, cowbells and wood blocks with mounts! I just yesterday bought my last piece ( Who am I kidding?): a vintage Porto Throne. I've researched it a bit and all I can come up with is that it's from the sixties. Would anyone be able and willing to give me a more detailed history lesson, please? I'm still in the process of learning about vintage Ludwig. Thanks very much, guys!!!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 6 years ago
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I had one in red.

One night the weld from the seat metal bottom plate to the post (in middle of triangle) broke off leaving me teetering, tottering and balancing on the tube, till the song ended.

Plus I was singing lead vocals.

I was rocking but not rolling.

Ringo used a black one.

BLAEMIRE DRUMS
Thanks to Mr. Jerry Jenkins
Posted on 6 years ago
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Ok I'm going to say something that might get me in trouble... 'vintage' is not always what is best. Thrones are something that require a little consideration. We're talking about the future health of your spine if the throne is not right.

Round thrones cut off free blood flow to the legs and press on nerves in a spot behind the thigh that guarantees you'll be sore after sitting on it for extended sessions. Ergonomics behind the kit dictate that your legs are free to move unencumbered. For that you need to look at bicycle seat style thrones!

Think of your leg movements on a bike, they can move freely without the nerves being pinched or the blood flow to the legs being cut off. You ever get tingling/pins and needles in your legs after a long gig? The nerves have fallen asleep... round seat! Most vintage thrones are round seats. As a friend, I'm telling you be good to your body. Get an ergonomically shaped bicycle style drum seat like a Rock N Sock. You'll be glad you did the first time you play a three, or four hour gig.

Dude the main consideration is not looks, or whether it completes a vintage kit, or whether it matches the rest of the hardware. As a drummer you need to be well-anchored on the seat. Your torso needs to be centered on the throne so when you need to lean into the kit to put your body in between two targets you don't lose your balance. Go with a bicycle seat. In this case screw vintage, make life easier on the 'modern' drummer!

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 6 years ago
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Thank you very much for responding, my friends! green glass, that's a very good story you relate. I'm sure all is well and that you rock'n'roll with the best! I'll print out your photos with gratitude! John, you make a lot of sense. You know how much I value your opinion, amigo. I and many others on this forum have learned a lot just by reading your sage replies. I'm lucky in that I've never had any trouble with round seats. Maybe it's the thirty years of working out under my belt. Nevertheless, why push my luck as I get older? I am going to keep the throne along with my old Star but, look into the bicycle seats as well. Thanks again, guys! I really appreciate your input!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 6 years ago
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This may loosely apply....

I was gifted the throne in this pic of my Windsor RKs...(now sold) to complete the Outfit, and the donor referred to it as:

"A looker, not a sitter"....

LOL

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Kevin
Posted on 6 years ago
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Thanks, Kevin! LOL! You may have a good point!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 6 years ago
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I have one of those funky Ludwig thrones like pictured above, almost threw it into a dumpster last year with some other drum junk. Those are the most awkward unbalanced designs ever made. Its hard to sit on, at least get something solid weather round or tractor seat style. I have the roc n sock tractor seat throne, its OK, kinda wish it was round at times.


Thank you!
Jeff C

"Enjoy every sandwich" Warren Zevon
Posted on 6 years ago
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Thanks, Jeff. It looks like my purchase may not have been a very wise one at all. It's not the first time however. LOL! Hey, maybe bad choices in vintage drums and hardware might make a good post!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 6 years ago
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From salty 1322

Thanks, Jeff. It looks like my purchase may not have been a very wise one at all. It's not the first time however. LOL! Hey, maybe bad choices in vintage drums and hardware might make a good post! Brian

Nothing at all wrong about gathering all the vintage pieces together for a kit, especially the correct ones. The hunt is fun and fulfilling, at least to me. I have several to go with my kits. But I normally use a modern one as I'm a big guy.

Mike

Posted on 6 years ago
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From mlayton

Nothing at all wrong about gathering all the vintage pieces together for a kit, especially the correct ones. The hunt is fun and fulfilling, at least to me. I have several to go with my kits. But I normally use a modern one as I'm a big guy.Mike

Hey, Mike!

You are so right, my friend! The gathering and hunting are great part of the restoration! Very fulfilling for me as well, Mike. The throne will arrive within a couple of days and I am already looking forward to finding the correct tips for the feet and going over every inch of the chrome. I may never even use the seat as I am a big guy as well but, I'm having a ball just envisioning the restoration! It's all a part of the fun! Take care, my friend. Thanks for responding!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 6 years ago
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