1970's ludwig drum finishes
Very cool and lots of history here. The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. Please check the fields highlighted in red. from the 1976 "The Spotlight Follows Ludwig Drum Outfits" That's why it's in amazing condition! We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. LudwigDrummer.com, 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach 1. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. STEVE'S CELEB AND ULTRA RARE DRUM GALLERY, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRPqnASWu-I, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XIsmWRuisg, Craviotto Timeless Timber Birch 6.5x14 2 of 5, Larry Bunker Bill Evans era drum set, cymbals, cases, Craviotto Timeless Timber SPL birdseye/nickel 6.5x14, 54295423 requests since Saturday 15 May, 2004. See details and videos, Lots more new drums below and even more on our Illinois Reverb store. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 22 x14 About This Listing. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Up until 1969 the covering was applied to the shell while the wood was still flat, and the covering was "lapped" into the shell. There were 2 mach lug kits in the mid 70's.Yours is the mach 5 model,the other was the mach 4.Both kits came with a 5x14 supersensitive snare.If want to clean then up and keep them original,just take them apart,and soak the hardware in a solution of 50/50 warm water and Dawn dish detergent.Use a solution of dawn and water to clean the wrap,and The issue is that the bearing edge on the 16" floor tom is a bit wobbly like many 3 ply vintage Ludwigs and heads do not tune up very well. It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. I want them to tell me about anything they find, and even if it turns out to be something I'm not interested in, I still want to be told about any drums they might come across. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! See it HERE. Gretsch on the other hand seemed to really feature lacquer type finishes by the mid-to-late 70's and when those started . I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. $1,475.00. Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. The importers of foreign drums certainly took advantage of this lucrative situation, and so the American market was flooded with foreign made drum sets. Learn More. The chrome wrap had rusted significantly, to the point the wrap was deteriorating and oxidizing on the underside, outer shell ply. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. Copyright 2023 Ludwig Drums. These were meticulously cleaned and detailed 1. See Steve's video HERE. Please check the fields highlighted in red. 1. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The highest quality service is our hallmark, and we take this very seriously. All rights reserved. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. I met him with the cash. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. $336.40 . Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. See, 3/1/23: My friend Bobby Colomby, drummer and founding member of Blood Sweat & Tears, sent me information about a great new documentary about the band. READ THE MODERN DRUMMER MAXWELL NESTING KIT REVIEW HERE. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. Only available from us in these bass drum sizes. 3/17/12: Now, Maxwell Drums brings you even MORE custom options for your Craviotto drum set! Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. The 1970s version of this finish made a radical change. Heads, strainer, muffler and snares all in good shape and working condition. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. Triple inlays. I added the 13 from the same era See the video slideshow, : Amazing AK copper bop kit. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! All of the remaining Vistalite kits from our initial order are now listed at our IL store Reverb page. Purchase with or without the snare. Hey! The 1978 Combo series was made with old 3-ply shells until they were used up; the inside was sprayed with granitone. selection from the 1994 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Oops, looks like you forgot something. In the 1960s rock music took off in America as the British invasion, and the Beatles in particular came on the scene. Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? Ludwig 60s Pysch red 13/16/22 with, Steve's "From the Past" column for Modern Drummer, What The Hell Happened to Blood Sweat & Tears, Cowbird Music - Illinois Recording Studio, !NEW! RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. Matching snares in stock also. Great review! 1 of 3. Updates will be made often. Great review! NEWS! 1/19/22: See my video for Craviotto Timeless Timber birdseye/gold 5.5x14 #149 and Timeless Timber Birch #100 of 100, 1/19/22: JUST POSTED. Even though now we say, "wow, that finish is really cool." See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. Butch texted me that he was selling his "black" Ludwigs with some other stuff. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? 1970 LUDWIG Gold Sparkle Drum Set - Complete Set in Excellent Condition with Double Floor Toms, 6 Zildjian Cymbals, Stands, Ludwig Speed King Kick Pedal, Ludwig Hi Hat Stand, Cases for all drums, Sturdy Hard Case with Wheels, and 5 AKG Maestro DM 100 Microphones with Stands. Netherlands, Far more rare than Top Hat and Cane. Edges are fine. Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. 16x16 5x14 snares $599. She's a looker that's for sure The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. Almost ready to go live! NO WAITING 22 WEEKS! Oops, looks like you forgot something. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. All Rights Reserved, White paint (except for larger, 18" floor toms which were left unfinished), Shell date-stamping started with red ink in 1956 with comparitively large numbers and letters, 1961 and 1962 stamping were still red, but with slightly smaller characters, 1963 shells can be found with either red or black ink stamps, Beginning in September / October 1968; most shells were made with 3-ply Maple / Poplar / Maple, Change back to natural finish interior except for the Standard series which changed directly from white paint to granitone. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . Louie Bellson's Rogers WMP Drum Set and his wood Dynasonic snare drum! Those were snare drums, no sets. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. We will do a video featuring both of these sets. The much better made American drums were expensive, so Ludwig and also the other big American brands introduced their own less expensive lines in order to compete.The Standards were high quality and utilized the same three ply shells Ludwig used on their premium drums. turn on the red light 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. Overnight every young person wanted to be a drummer or play guitar. And we have 3 of our Ludwig Classic Maple Rose Marine pearl kits in 13/16/22/6.5 and 3 sets in 12/14/20/5x14. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish 9x13, 16x16, 16x18, 14x22, 6.5x14. Ludwig SteveS DRUM Gear & PERCUSSION Fairfield, CA, United States 1970s Ludwig Vistalite Quadra-Plus Drum Set with Single-Color Finish Used - Very Good $1,999 + $250 Shipping It looks like that piece of gear is gone. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. Pics and video soon! (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The early 1970's shells were designed as a 3-ply drum consisting of an outer and inner maple ply supported by an inner poplar ply. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. We talk about the differences in shells, edges and sound quality of the 50s-70s USA drums. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. Follow this Product Steve's Travel Schedule: HERE. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Drum Outfits, Snare Drums, Marching & Concert Drums, Timpani, Mallets, Drumsticks, Drumheads, Atlas Hardware, Atlas Drum Luggage and much more. This set was acquired by Butch Braddy several years ago. We definitely want to communicate with you. ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. Thanks for looking Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. Typical signs of light use, patina from age, no heavy corrosion on hardware. As a result, drum set sales began to soar. The first time I saw this set, I told him I wanted to buy them when he let them go. This seems inconsistent, as they also have natural-finish interiors with reinforcing rings, which I believed were phased out in 1976, when Ludwig moved to 6-ply shells, no rings. early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. NEW! Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. New collection for sale. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Click Here. And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. 1970 LUDWIG flyer 2 pages (3Mb PDF) 1970 LUDWIG Standard catalogue 12 pages (23Mb PDF) 1970s LUDWIG Vista catalogue 15 pages (4Mb PDF) 1971 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages See it. It is managed through MaxWeb Productions, which is the video production division of our business. In the late 1970's the Black Beauty was reintroduced and again in the 1990's. Ludwig also made gold-finished drums in the 1920s that were marketed under the name "Ludwigold". Ludwig Thermo Gloss 5pc Drum Kit Set 12/13/14/16/24" Vintage 1970's $1,499.99 Used - Good Ludwig Classic Maple Gold Sparkle Jazz Bop Drum Kit 14x18_8x12_14x14 +Free Universal Wood 14x6.5" Snare Authorized Dealer $2,539 Brand New Free Shipping 30-Day Return Policy Ludwig Club Date Drum Set 1965 Champagne Sparkle (w/ Set of Bags) $100 price drop You can even get a 20% discount from his website: www.joelrothman.com A selection of his books are available for digital download: https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/If you teach drums please email Joel: joelrothman@btconnect.com, Lems Cymbal Felts - ultra high quality traditional wool felts. Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. Just click HERE. If your Standard kit has Classic lugs that might also be correct. He kept one, we had one which we sold, and this is the third one. ALL GRETSCH SNARES AND SETS INCLUDING OUR USA CUSTOM, BROADKASTER, AND BROOKLYN SHELL BANK DRUMS. Vistalite drums were the name for the acrylic drums produced by Ludwig. 8/23/11:NEW! Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. The perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. Some special deals! Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Contact Steve at vintagedrums@aol.com or by text at 630-865-6849. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, One could argue the best complement to skill, pocket or "chops" is the equipment that lets the drummer's talent shine through. My friends and family are always on the search also. Some info on the first wave of items! It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish All rights reserved. I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. Designed and Developed, 1970s Ludwig Standard S-330 drum set finished in bronze strata, A Deeper Mission For Austin Drummer Magazine , https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/. Latest Videos: Steve demos a wood dyna: HERE. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. They are in excellent shape, and the Bronze Strata finish is very rare.The Standard line was Ludwig's attempt to introduce a more affordable drum set to the public when the foreign made drums flooded the market. Welcome & Thank you for visiting our vintageludwigdrums.com site. This is the book for you. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. This was a quadra plus kit originally Note: Estimate based on US sales prices for similar items on Reverb. Used Sonor Force 3000 17x20BD, 10x12TT, 12x14FT, 6.5x14 SD, Hardware and Cases included. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. Check them out. 1924 Ludwig Aero Kraft catalogue(18.4Mb PDF), 1932 Ludwig Drum Corp catalogue(27Mb PDF), 1937 WFL catalogue (orange) 16 pages (26Mb PDF), 1940a Ludwig catalogue 62 pages(85Mb PDF), 1960 Ludwig catalogue 70 pages(120Mb PDF), 1962 LUDWIG catalogue 78 pages (102Mb PDF), 1964 Ludwig catalogue 100 pages(25Mb PDF), 1967 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages (41Mb PDF), 1967b LUDWIG catalogue 16 pages(22Mb PDF), 1967d Ludwig Parts catalogue 11 pages(1.5Mb PDF), 1969 LUDWIG Standard catalogue 12 pages (26Mb PDF), 1970 LUDWIG Standard catalogue 12 pages(23Mb PDF), 1970s LUDWIG Vista catalogue 15 pages (4Mb PDF), 1971 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages(89Mb PDF), 1973 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages(67Mb PDF), 1973 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 4 pages (2.5Mb PDF), 1973 LUDWIG Vistalite pricelist 4 pages (1.6Mb PDF), 1975 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages(85Mb PDF), 1975 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 6 pages (1.8Mb PDF), 1976 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 6 pages (1.9Mb PDF), 1976 LUDWIG The Setup catalogue pages(18Mb PDF), 1977 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 6 pages (832Kb PDF), 1979 LUDWIG Marching catalogue 24 pages (15Mb PDF), 1979 LUDWIG Vistalite pricelist 20 pages(18Mb PDF), 1980 LUDWIG catalogue 102 pages (74Mb PDF), 1980 LUDWIG Snare catalogue 5 pages (4.8Mb PDF), 1981 LUDWIG catalogue 38 pages (31.3Mb PDF), 1981 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 8 pages (2Mb PDF), 1982 LUDWIG catalogue 12 pages (10.4Mb PDF), 1983 LUDWIG Vistalite catalogue 4 pages (31.3Mb PDF), 1984 LUDWIG catalogue 108 pages (88Mb PDF), 1986 LUDWIG Rocker catalogue 6 pages (10.7Mb PDF), 1988 LUDWIG catalogue 36 pages (28.3Mb PDF), 1989 LUDWIG Update catalogue 6 pages (5.1Mb PDF), 1994 LUDWIG catalogue 24 pages (29.3Mb PDF). HERE. MENU. The hardware was lighter, and I suppose cut the cost somewhat. See them on our Reverb stores: ILLINOIS: HERE. Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. Just like the catalog kit but ours has two 22s. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. Steve on new Ludwig Legacy Mahogany: HERE. Everything you see in the pictures is included. Ready to ship! This site serves to preserve and document drums produced by the Ludwig Drum Company during its Golden Era of the 1960's and 1970's. It's a free reference for drummers and collectors alike. We have a classic Ludwig vintage set in stock that has been beautiful restored by a vintage Ludwig drum aficionado. Ludwig Acrolite Snare with 1970 date stamp and blue-and-olive pointed badge. Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. Details: 9X13 tom 10X14 tom 16X16 floor tom 16X18 floor tom 14X24 bass drum All drums in . 12/14/20, 13/16/22 and 12/14/12x18 "Jazzette"size bass drum. The interiors of the bass and toms are coated with grey speckled paint, but some Standards have white painted interiors. selection from the 1998 Ludwig Drum Catalog, Reference This set was sold and kept in NOS condition and then sold to my client who also kept it in NOS condition. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! She's not perfect but neither was Roxanne Click Here. 1. Red, Blue, Green, Smoke, Yellow, Pink, Amber, Clear Vistalite. Starcraft drumZ. For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo ShopUp to 25% off select Gibson guitarsShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. These kits with 18" and 20" bass drums are only available through us, and are in stock right now in with 18" BDs in red. 5 Drum Sets, This is the finish selection Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. See and buy the kits HERE. consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. We have a new Video Program section of our site. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Steve's Video Selections page. Used - Very Good $800 + $150 Shipping As low as $37/mo Add to Cart Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! 8.5 of 10 IMHO 18" kits $2349. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Home; . We have Larry Bunker's 60s era Gretsch 12/14/20 with his Ludwig COB pre-serial 5x14 Supra and all of his cymbals and cases from his Bill Evans era. Courtesy: Reviews. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Chicago Collection Craviotto Kit 436. 1970's LUDWIG BLUE/OLIVE SNARE DRUM HARD SHELL CASE | Musical Instruments & Gear, Percussion, Accessories | eBay! I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. See the listing, The Billy Gladstone drum set has been sold and now resides in the museum at Percussive Arts Society in Indianapolis, IN in a permanant display. Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. 1970 Ludwig Classic Black Panther 2 up 2 down - $1499 This stealthy looking vintage Ludwig kit sports a real unique wrap unlike any other material commonly used to wrap a drum. On our Reverb store. I had forgotten he had those. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. I have owned this kit since it was new in 1970 and it has never left my music room. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. Beginning in 1976, the Classic series was made with new molds and a new construction; small (6" and 8") toms were 4-ply and larger drums were 6-ply maple & poplar, with no reinforcement rings. Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! The 1970's are referred to as the era of the Blue/Olive badge. 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Ludwig Custom. It features all original factory components free of any modifications. You can even get a 20% discount from his website: www.joelrothman.com A selection of his books are available for digital download: https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/If you teach drums please email Joel: joelrothman@btconnect.com, Lems Cymbal Felts - ultra high quality traditional wool felts. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. Additional Info. Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 Ludwig is a manufacturer of percussion products and accessories. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. The rest is history. Full details soon. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: He was playing in a nearby town and brought them with him. The rarest set I have ever seen! (#314255977917) . Incredibly, Sam Bacco was able to find some 600 year old Timeless Timber birch and was able to craft kit #1000 from this wood. If you have any questions please email me By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. Hey! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. 3 ply maple w/ re-rings. Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. We have Finishes for WFL Ludwig & Ludwig and The Ludwig Drum Company. Johnny pioneered the solid shell timeless timber drums back in the very early 2000s. Vintage 1970's Ludwig Red Sparkle 10"x16" Timp Tom $99.95 $45.26 shipping 12 watching 1920s Ludwig 5x14 Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum $574.00 Free shipping or Best Offer Vintage 1960 - 63 Ludwig 14 x 22 Bass Drum Gold Sparkle no s/n Keystone $599.00 $89.90 shipping or Best Offer VINTAGE 1950's Ludwig WFL 16 X 20 Bass Drum $595.00 $99.00 shipping Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Non-US regional data coming soon. Once again, I left without the Oyster Black set. 20" $2499. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. Currency: I'm glad he took the time to contact me about them. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Click Here, STEVE'S CELEBRITY AND ULTRA RARE DRUM GALLERY: Click Here, Please always feel free to call Steve's celldirectly at 630-865-6849 ANYTIME at all. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Six Strata (swirl) finishes were offered as well as Five Astro (satin) finishes and four Mist (Sparkle) finishes. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Check out the, Vintage Ludwig Drum, 1960 Super Ludwig 400, Ludwig Classic 6-ply Drum Kit in Blue Sparkle, Vintage Ludwig Supraphonic LM400 Restoration, Vintage Ludwig Super Sensitive Snare Drums, Blue/Olive Badge 1970, Vintage FM Drums | Specializing in vintage drum restoration, drum repair, drum rewrap and drum sales |, This early '70s Ludwig Supraphonic LM400 earned the nickname, "beach bum" it was a sad bummer of a drum that we found in an oceanside Beaufort, SC garage, To rechrome or not was the big questionand we chose not to, Vintage FM Drums' love for drum restoration turned this beach bum drum into an great player, What happens when a total coincidence reunites brother and sister? This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. The problem was, did the kids who were buying the drum sets think it was cool, and did the music store owner take a chance placing the finish in his store when he knew a blue or red set would sell.This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. It has all original shell hardware: rail mount, cymbal/tom bracket, spurs and mufflers. The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Availability: Sold out Shell sizes Bass drum - 14" x 22" Floor tom - 16" x 16" Tom tom - 9" x 13" Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. The only sign of age is at the edge where the gold sparkle wrap meets, but that's not seen from the front. Check out some of our recent projects below and visit our, A complete restoration of a highly sought after 1960 chrome-over-brass Super Ludwig 400. I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. Super Classic: 4-ply for all sizes; lighter in weight, billed as having "clean, resonant sound" (same price) (Offered as an option; the Classic shells were still catalogued, described as producing a "deep, powerful" sound), Rocker "9-ply cross-laminated veneers with a maple inner ply", Classic 9-ply maple approx 6mm, all maple Rocker Pro: 7-ply, Birch & Italian poplar, 7mm Rocker Elite: 5-ply, Maple inner and outer plies, Rocker Elite: Maple inside, basswood outside 8-ply 8mm Rocker: Basswood inside, Luan outside, 8-ply, 8.1mm Accent: Phillippine Juniper inside, mahogany outside, 7-ply, 7.2mm.