About This Listing. Just click HERE. Ludwig Custom. Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. See the list. This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. Louie Bellson's Rogers WMP Drum Set and his wood Dynasonic snare drum! By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. 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. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. Gretsch on the other hand seemed to really feature lacquer type finishes by the mid-to-late 70's and when those started . We'll have product specific videos, interviews, instructional videos, special interest and more. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. 12/14/20, 13/16/22 and 12/14/12x18 "Jazzette"size bass drum. Copyright 2023 Ludwig Drums. Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. 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. Color Swatches. Full details soon. Check this section out frequently. He gets to look at a lot of used drums as people want to trade for new gear. $336.40 . The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, 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. I've read that they still used some 3-ply shells in 1978, but that these were sprayed with the gray interior coating. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. It is managed through MaxWeb Productions, which is the video production division of our business. 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. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. 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. It features all original factory components free of any modifications. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. See my newest update on the Collector Market and the potential for the drum sector. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. EUR This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Steve's Website Status Updates: HERE. Click Here. 18" kits $2349. Almost ready to go live! 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? We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. Some info on the first wave of items! Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. The 1978 Combo series was made with old 3-ply shells until they were used up; the inside was sprayed with granitone. The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. 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". Johnny pioneered the solid shell timeless timber drums back in the very early 2000s. This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . Hey! Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! $1,475.00. Overnight every young person wanted to be a drummer or play guitar. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. The 1970's are referred to as the era of the Blue/Olive badge. 1. The perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. At Vintage FM Drums, we get to know our players and collectors to ensure the final outcome of a drum restoration or drum repair is a treasured piece for stage or display. All rights reserved. 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. DW buys Slingerland from Gibson! NEW! It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. The pattern became bigger and the color became blacker. See and buy the kits. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. 13/16/22/6.5 NOS, SOLD. 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. 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. Take a look and stay tuned for the finished drum. We will do a video featuring both of these sets. New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. 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. 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. Latest Videos: Steve demos a wood dyna: HERE. Butch texted me that he was selling his "black" Ludwigs with some other stuff. All of the remaining Vistalite kits from our initial order are now listed at our IL store Reverb page. Which actually has the original heads on it 1. This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. 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). Details: 9X13 tom 10X14 tom 16X16 floor tom 16X18 floor tom 14X24 bass drum All drums in . 1. Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . Contact Steve at vintagedrums@aol.com or by text at 630-865-6849. Please check the fields highlighted in red. 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. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. Everything you see in the pictures is included. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. This is the Ludwig Drum Finishes page. It is much like the Acrolite series. I am always on the hunt for a nice vintage drum set for sale. The hardware was lighter, and I suppose cut the cost somewhat. Steve on Louie Bellson's kit: HERE. See the video slideshow, : Amazing AK copper bop kit. Chicago Collection. 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. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . Ludwig was very fortunate to get a lion's share of these new younger customers desiring to play the name brand drums that Ringo Starr played with the Beatles. I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 1922 Ludwig snare drum (82Kb JPEG) 1922 Ludwig catalogue (5.51Mb PDF) 1922A Ludwig catalogue (28Mb PDF) 1923 Ludwig catalogue (10.9Mb PDF) 1924 Ludwig Aero Kraft catalogue . For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. (#314255977917) . 8/23/11:NEW! Just like the catalog kit but ours has two 22s. Steve, Maxwell Private Auctions update! 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. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. 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. Updates will be made often. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! Please check the fields highlighted in red. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. We have Finishes for WFL Ludwig & Ludwig and The Ludwig Drum Company. This was a quadra plus kit originally LATEST PRODUCTS:cymbals, drum sets,snares,all items ALL THINGS GRETSCH: sets, snares, ALL CRAVIOTTO: Here VINTAGE & NEW: sets, snares. Triple inlays. consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. The interior was a clear-coated natural finish. We definitely want to communicate with you. 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. 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/. This made for a less perfect round shell, but prevented problems with the finish pulling off. 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 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! 20" $2499. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Great review! Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! See Steve's video HERE. Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. New video for Craviotto Timeless Timber 5.5x14 1 of 1 birdseye/gold and also Timeless Timber Birch 4x14 #12 of 25. Have a great Fall and keep collecting and playing those great vintage drums. We have a new Video Program section of our site. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. Sponsored. Currency: . 22x14 kick drum. 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 highest quality service is our hallmark, and we take this very seriously. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. 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. supplement, This is the finish selection Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. In the 1960s rock music took off in America as the British invasion, and the Beatles in particular came on the scene. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) If you have any questions please email me UNREAL! 1973 Ludwig Catalog. Courtesy: Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. Click Here. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. Remember, rare now means the finish didn't sell as well as the others. The "wood" cortex finishes were obviously much easier to produce and so it seems that Ludwig pushed those to the forefront so that most anyone wanting a "wood" finish set would likely assume those wraps were their only option. New collection for sale. 16x16 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. Precision Drum Co. 2012 Route 44 Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 GIVE US A CALL AT (845) 635-9820. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . This set is a milestone in Craviotto history and will soon be in my IL store along side kit #1. See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! I had forgotten he had those. Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. The other colors are more rare. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. See it. 8.5 of 10 IMHO Prices reflect sales of items in used condition*. We'll settle that for you. from the 1976 "The Spotlight Follows Ludwig Drum Outfits" Pics and video soon! These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. A funny thing happened some time ago. Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976