1970's ludwig drum finishes

Learn More. Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. https://reverb.com/news/how-to-date-a-ludwig. Ready to ship! Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. 1971 Ludwig Catalog. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Currency: The sound of these sets is incredible! He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. Steve on new Premier bop kit: HERE. See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. When you factor in the heavier Rims, which also choked it off some, you can see how the Acrolites of today differ from those dating from the 1960's & into the mid-1970's with the "older" style having a more open, resonant sound, as well as a broader tuning range. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. 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. NYC: HERE. The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. Note: Estimate based on US sales prices for similar items on Reverb. Sounds terrific. . Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. Check them out. Check out our selection here! Details: 9X13 tom 10X14 tom 16X16 floor tom 16X18 floor tom 14X24 bass drum All drums in . I met him with the cash. See details and videos, Lots more new drums below and even more on our Illinois Reverb store. Steve's Video Selections page. $336.40 . For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. I am always on the hunt for a nice vintage drum set for sale. 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? Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. This made for a less perfect round shell, but prevented problems with the finish pulling off. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. MENU. Remember, rare now means the finish didn't sell as well as the others. Please see feedback The 70's blue and olive badge started as rhombus shape with pointed non-continuous lower left and upper right corners. This set is a milestone in Craviotto history and will soon be in my IL store along side kit #1. $1,475.00. 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. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. We have them IN STOCK, OVER 200 DRUMS. 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! Drum restoration magic, These two Ludwig Super-Sensitive snare drums were born on the same date, The LM 410 model 5x14 was reconverted to its original setup, Learn more about this complete restoration, Check out Vintage FM Drums' latest vintage rewrap. These were meticulously cleaned and detailed Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. May 8, 2015: Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. Some info on the first wave of items! Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn 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. CHICAGO-LAND STORE UPDATE AND PHOTO TOUR: HERE. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. 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: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. This is the book for you. Larry Bunkers Gretsch 50s Copper Mist 12 14 20, 1. Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! All rights reserved. $2349 for 12/14/18, plus $599 for optional 5x14 snare. In the 1960s rock music took off in America as the British invasion, and the Beatles in particular came on the scene. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. Once again, I left without the Oyster Black set. Steve's Website Status Updates: HERE. And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. 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. ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 Up until 1969 the covering was applied to the shell while the wood was still flat, and the covering was "lapped" into the shell. I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. turn on the red light The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. Here we go: MORE AUDIO SLIDESHOWS ADDED TODAY PLUS "STEVE'S SESSIONS" #3 "FINGER CONTROL". Ludwig has produced many stellar finishes throughout the 1960's. Some were unique to the Ludwig catalog, while others were timeless classic common with most manufactures. 9x13, 16x16, 16x18, 14x22, 6.5x14. Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. Follow this Product 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. Hey! Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? Please check the fields highlighted in red. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. Reviews. NEWS! Have a great Fall and keep collecting and playing those great vintage drums. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. Color Swatches. Someone reading this may know how many of each finish was sold. WE NOW USE REVERB FOR ALL ONLINE SALES. Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . 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. As a result, drum set sales began to soar. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Click Here. The rail consolette does a wonderful job positioning the mounted tom. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. 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). 13/16/22/6.5 NOS, SOLD. We will do a video featuring both of these sets. See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . See Steve's video HERE. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! Which actually has the original heads on it EBAY auctions. Take a look and stay tuned for the finished drum. 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach 5 Drum Sets. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. See the list. New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? 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. Everything you see in the pictures is included. 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. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. 8/23/11:NEW! Oops, looks like you forgot something. Even though now we say, "wow, that finish is really cool." The 1970's are referred to as the era of the Blue/Olive badge. If you have any questions please email me DW buys Slingerland from Gibson! She's a looker that's for sure Hey! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. The 1978 Combo series was made with old 3-ply shells until they were used up; the inside was sprayed with granitone. Six Strata (swirl) finishes were offered as well as Five Astro (satin) finishes and four Mist (Sparkle) finishes. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. 5 Drum Sets, This is the finish selection It is much like the Acrolite series. Home; . Steve's Travel Schedule: HERE. 1970's Ludwig 28" Blue & Silver Sparkle Tri-Band 14x28 Classic Maple Bass Drum $400 $50 price drop $350 Used - Good Add to Cart Ludwig 60's Gold sparkle 20" Bass Drum Shell $175 Used - Poor Add to Cart Ludwig Classic maple 13x14 floor tom Mahogany $200 $70 price drop $130 Used - Very Good Add to Cart 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. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The 1970s version of this finish made a radical change. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Please check the fields highlighted in red. These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. The only sign of age is at the edge where the gold sparkle wrap meets, but that's not seen from the front. Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. Please check the fields highlighted in red. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Prices reflect sales of items in used condition*. 3/17/12: Now, Maxwell Drums brings you even MORE custom options for your Craviotto drum set! Very cool and lots of history here. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. Welcome & Thank you for visiting our vintageludwigdrums.com site. LudwigDrummer.com, 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach Just like the catalog kit but ours has two 22s. selection from the 1994 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish 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. Drum Outfits, Snare Drums, Marching & Concert Drums, Timpani, Mallets, Drumsticks, Drumheads, Atlas Hardware, Atlas Drum Luggage and much more. The first time I saw this set, I told him I wanted to buy them when he let them go. See and buy the kits HERE. 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. 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. 22 x14 Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. 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. Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. Updates will be made often. 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. Details. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. All rights reserved. HERE. The rest is history. We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. We talk about the differences in shells, edges and sound quality of the 50s-70s USA drums. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! 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. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. 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. Some special deals! $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Precision Drum Co. 2012 Route 44 Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 GIVE US A CALL AT (845) 635-9820. Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. This is a virtual match to my 14 / 18 / 24 Ludwig thermogloss mahogany kit. We are the largest dealer worldwide of USA-made Gretsch drums! The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 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. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Fork's Drum Closet, Nashville: HERE. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. See it HERE. The rarest set I have ever seen! HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! Oops, looks like you forgot something. 8.5 of 10 IMHO 1. The other colors are more rare. 5x14 snares $599. Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? 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 1. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! This was a quadra plus kit originally Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. Latest Videos: Steve demos a wood dyna: HERE. Louie Bellson's Rogers Set and WMP 5x14 Dynasonic, Joe Segal, Jazz Showcase founder, passes away at 94, Papa Jo Jones 4x14 Ludwig Black Beauty Snare Drum, Rogers Dyna Prototypes and First Two Drums, SOLD. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. He was playing in a nearby town and brought them with him. I plan to buy an electronic set. Ludwig Drums - 4 Piece, 6 Ply Male Shells, Late 70's, Pointy Black/Olive Badges. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. See them on our Reverb stores: ILLINOIS: HERE. Prices exclude shipping and tax/VAT/GST.

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