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Ludwig suprahonic keystone snare- Need Opinions!

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Hey everyone!

So I'm looking into a vintage Ludwig Supraphonic Keystone badge snare drum. Pictures are attatched. Owner wants 275 for it. It has some pitting and some rust in a few spots here and there. How easy are these to clean up if they have pitting/rust? Are they much better than the Acrolites? Ludwig fanatics assemble!

*UPDATE* Decided not to go with the original drum. Found this gem on ebay instead! 150 bucks plus shipping! Ludwig Super Sensitive 1968 with case/stand. Snare throwoff has been switched with a Ludwig P-85, so it is basically a supraphonic now. Looks to be in pretty good shape!

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Posted on 11 years ago
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its not a bad deal by any means. I sold one without the pitting for about the same price a few weeks ago. I had already detailed mine and added new heads though. cleanup isn't bad. just a disassembly and some soaking,cleaning and polishing. I think the supra and the acrolite sound good. the supra is a little more "poppy" with more crack to it.

mike

Posted on 11 years ago
#2
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Ended up going with another one! 1968 super sensitive with a p85 snare throwoff. Came with a hard case and stand. 160+shipping!

http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=301151583266

Posted on 11 years ago
#3
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Looks nice, just need some elbow grease & TLC

I had some which I bought in much worst condition, and then they looks (and sounds) great.

Keep in mind that pitting is not reversible process, you must live with it!!

Regarding price it´s not probably the deal of the month, but it´s a fair price and it will make you happy for sure!Clapping Happy2

Good Luck!


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Posted on 11 years ago
#4
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Original post updated!

Posted on 11 years ago
#5
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does the SS shell have snare beds?

Andrew

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Posted on 11 years ago
#6
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To be honest I have no idea. I will have to let you know once it arrives!

Posted on 11 years ago
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Just picked up a '76 Acrolite this past week and it's 100% original. I did put a newer batter on and I think it sounds better than my Keystone Supra. Probably just a fluke or just my ears playing tricks on me. I've had a B/0 badge Supra that sounded better than my current Keystone also...

Found it!!
Posted on 11 years ago
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