1970's ludwig drum finishes

See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. LudwigDrummer.com, 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach See and buy the kits. (#314255977917) . Please check the fields highlighted in red. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. She's not perfect but neither was Roxanne Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. NO WAITING 22 WEEKS! Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. 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. Latest Videos: Steve demos a wood dyna: HERE. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Louie Bellson's Rogers WMP Drum Set and his wood Dynasonic snare drum! Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. Here we go: MORE AUDIO SLIDESHOWS ADDED TODAY PLUS "STEVE'S SESSIONS" #3 "FINGER CONTROL". Oops, looks like you forgot something. Matching snares in stock also. supplement, This is the finish selection Used - Very Good $800 + $150 Shipping As low as $37/mo Add to Cart Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! 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. Sponsored. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Oops, looks like you forgot something. UNREAL! 9x13, 16x16, 16x18, 14x22, 6.5x14. This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. 22 x14 Steve, Maxwell Private Auctions update! He was playing in a nearby town and brought them with him. Some special deals! She's a looker that's for sure 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 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. Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. 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. New video for Craviotto Timeless Timber 5.5x14 1 of 1 birdseye/gold and also Timeless Timber Birch 4x14 #12 of 25. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. Ludwig Custom. Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. The interiors of the bass and toms are coated with grey speckled paint, but some Standards have white painted interiors. Currency: This set was sold and kept in NOS condition and then sold to my client who also kept it in NOS condition. LATEST PRODUCTS:cymbals, drum sets,snares,all items ALL THINGS GRETSCH: sets, snares, ALL CRAVIOTTO: Here VINTAGE & NEW: sets, snares. Mach 5 and Mach 4 Ludwig Drum Sets. Books and Catalogs. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. Learn More. All rights reserved. Classic 1970s Ludwig Smoke Vistalite 14 x 22" Bass Drum - Looks Really Good - In Your Face Tone! - In honor of the 5 year anniversary of Johnny Craviotto's passing, we built kit #1000 from 600 year old Timeless Timber birch. We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. Steve's Travel Schedule: HERE. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! $1,475.00. Purchase with or without the snare. It features all original factory components free of any modifications. On our Reverb store. Click Here. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. 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. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Almost ready to go live! Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! EBAY auctions. In this instance, it was during the attempted wrap restoration on a vintage 1970s Ludwig chrome-over-wood 24" bass drum. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. The only example ever to surface, and it is a 71 YR OLD FULL,COMPLETE KIT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S FAMILY. Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! Prices reflect sales of items in used condition*. It is much like the Acrolite series. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. We definitely want to communicate with you. Oops, looks like you forgot something. 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach 5 Drum Sets. I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. It has all original shell hardware: rail mount, cymbal/tom bracket, spurs and mufflers. Vistalite drums were the name for the acrylic drums produced by Ludwig. I have owned this kit since it was new in 1970 and it has never left my music room. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. 8.5 of 10 IMHO Everything you see in the pictures is included. Johnny pioneered the solid shell timeless timber drums back in the very early 2000s. 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. Used Sonor Force 3000 17x20BD, 10x12TT, 12x14FT, 6.5x14 SD, Hardware and Cases included. I had forgotten he had those. If your Standard kit has Classic lugs that might also be correct. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. 13x9 Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: The 70's blue and olive badge started as rhombus shape with pointed non-continuous lower left and upper right corners. Larry Bunkers Gretsch 50s Copper Mist 12 14 20, 1. Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. He gets to look at a lot of used drums as people want to trade for new gear. . See them on our Reverb stores: ILLINOIS: HERE. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 3 ply maple w/ re-rings. It is much like the Acrolite series. https://reverb.com/news/how-to-date-a-ludwig. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. Hey! 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. It is managed through MaxWeb Productions, which is the video production division of our business. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. EUR This made for a less perfect round shell, but prevented problems with the finish pulling off. We have a classic Ludwig vintage set in stock that has been beautiful restored by a vintage Ludwig drum aficionado. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. 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. Someone reading this may know how many of each finish was sold. This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. These were meticulously cleaned and detailed Starcraft drumZ. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. . For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. 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. Ludwig would use the Classic lugs if they were low on Standard lugs. We'll have product specific videos, interviews, instructional videos, special interest and more. HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. The rail consolette does a wonderful job positioning the mounted tom. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! The first time I saw this set, I told him I wanted to buy them when he let them go. We'll settle that for you. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. 22x14 kick drum. Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. 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! Ready to ship! Home; . ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. 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. Edges are fine. Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. 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. The hardware was lighter, and I suppose cut the cost somewhat. Netherlands, Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. This is the book for you. I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. Only available from us in these bass drum sizes. Oops, looks like you forgot something. 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. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish ALL GRETSCH SNARES AND SETS INCLUDING OUR USA CUSTOM, BROADKASTER, AND BROOKLYN SHELL BANK DRUMS. 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. 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. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. New collection for sale. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! Ludwig Drums - 4 Piece, 6 Ply Male Shells, Late 70's, Pointy Black/Olive Badges. Once again, I left without the Oyster Black set. 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. We have Finishes for WFL Ludwig & Ludwig and The Ludwig Drum Company. Steve on new Ludwig Legacy Mahogany: HERE. The rest is history. Note: Estimate based on US sales prices for similar items on Reverb. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. 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 . The rarest set I have ever seen! Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. Details. MENU. 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 We have what you need. 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. Copyright 2023 Ludwig Drums. 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. One could argue the best complement to skill, pocket or "chops" is the equipment that lets the drummer's talent shine through. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) Click Here. These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. See details and videos, Lots more new drums below and even more on our Illinois Reverb store. selection from the 1994 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish READ THE MODERN DRUMMER MAXWELL NESTING KIT REVIEW HERE. A LITTLE SAMPLE PIC BELOW: Many new Ludwig Vistalite kits with 12/14/18 and 12/14/20 are in. 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. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. 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. Chicago Collection Craviotto Kit 436. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, Pics and video soon! See my newest update on the Collector Market and the potential for the drum sector. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. The pattern became bigger and the color became blacker. Full details soon. Just click HERE. See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! Steve's Website Status Updates: HERE. Check out our selection here! I'm glad he took the time to contact me about them. 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/. Additional Info. As a result, drum set sales began to soar. NEW! Non-US regional data coming soon. NYC: HERE. 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 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. The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. 1. Contact Steve at vintagedrums@aol.com or by text at 630-865-6849. Far more rare than Top Hat and Cane. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. Fork's Drum Closet, Nashville: HERE. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. 1. $336.40 . 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. 5x14 snares $599. Chicago Collection Ludwig 12/14/20 Psych Red with rail, SOLD. Availability: Sold out Shell sizes Bass drum - 14" x 22" Floor tom - 16" x 16" Tom tom - 9" x 13" Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. HERE. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! Very cool and lots of history here. The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. Take a look and stay tuned for the finished drum. Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Please see feedback Triple inlays. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? The perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Steve's Video Selections page. The importers of foreign drums certainly took advantage of this lucrative situation, and so the American market was flooded with foreign made drum sets. 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. Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? 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. Click Here. Great review! selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! Which actually has the original heads on it By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Ludwig Acrolite Snare with 1970 date stamp and blue-and-olive pointed badge. This is the Ludwig Drum Finishes page. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. Gretsch on the other hand seemed to really feature lacquer type finishes by the mid-to-late 70's and when those started . The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. Typical signs of light use, patina from age, no heavy corrosion on hardware. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. He kept one, we had one which we sold, and this is the third one. This was a quadra plus kit originally We have a new Video Program section of our site. When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. Updates will be made often. Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . turn on the red light When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. Steve on new Premier bop kit: HERE. 1. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. $2349 for 12/14/18, plus $599 for optional 5x14 snare. 16x16 See the list. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Sounds terrific. 1. 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 it HERE. I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. 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. Many drummers over the years have come to be identified by the color of their . Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. Remember, rare now means the finish didn't sell as well as the others. 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". This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. We will do a video featuring both of these sets. He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. 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. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. Heads, strainer, muffler and snares all in good shape and working condition. In the 1960s rock music took off in America as the British invasion, and the Beatles in particular came on the scene. Color Swatches. We are the largest dealer worldwide of USA-made Gretsch drums! Thanks for looking Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. See Steve's video HERE. We have them IN STOCK, OVER 200 DRUMS. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. 1. Six Strata (swirl) finishes were offered as well as Five Astro (satin) finishes and four Mist (Sparkle) finishes. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. See the video slideshow, : Amazing AK copper bop kit. Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. I met him with the cash. 1970's LUDWIG BLUE/OLIVE SNARE DRUM HARD SHELL CASE | Musical Instruments & Gear, Percussion, Accessories | eBay! 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. I added the 13 from the same era Prices exclude shipping and tax/VAT/GST. It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. Shell has a few scratches and the hoops have a few small rust spots, but drum is in great playing condition. This is a virtual match to my 14 / 18 / 24 Ludwig thermogloss mahogany kit. Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 Incredibly, Sam Bacco was able to find some 600 year old Timeless Timber birch and was able to craft kit #1000 from this wood. 1971 Ludwig Catalog. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. My friends and family are always on the search also. 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 Some info on the first wave of items! 8/23/11:NEW! Steve on Louie Bellson's kit: HERE. This set was acquired by Butch Braddy several years ago. Check them out. Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. 3/17/12: Now, Maxwell Drums brings you even MORE custom options for your Craviotto drum set! Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. I've read that they still used some 3-ply shells in 1978, but that these were sprayed with the gray interior coating. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! 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. Details: 9X13 tom 10X14 tom 16X16 floor tom 16X18 floor tom 14X24 bass drum All drums in . 20" $2499. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. 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?