By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. 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. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. 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. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. from the 1976 "The Spotlight Follows Ludwig Drum Outfits" Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 $2349 for 12/14/18, plus $599 for optional 5x14 snare. 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. This set is a milestone in Craviotto history and will soon be in my IL store along side kit #1. 18" kits $2349. Color Swatches. Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. 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. 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). Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. This is a virtual match to my 14 / 18 / 24 Ludwig thermogloss mahogany kit. The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. 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. 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. We definitely want to communicate with you. He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. 22 x14 LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. We have them IN STOCK, OVER 200 DRUMS. Shell has a few scratches and the hoops have a few small rust spots, but drum is in great playing condition. NEW! 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. selection from the 1994 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. Steve on new Ludwig Legacy Mahogany: HERE. 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. Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. Just click HERE. Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. Contact Steve at vintagedrums@aol.com or by text at 630-865-6849. New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! Steve's Website Status Updates: HERE. 13/16/22/6.5 NOS, SOLD. See the list. Those were snare drums, no sets. We are the largest dealer worldwide of USA-made Gretsch drums! The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. We'll settle that for you. Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 Please check the fields highlighted in red. We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. EBAY auctions. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. We have what you need. Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum 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. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. The rarest set I have ever seen! Sounds terrific. The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. New collection for sale. All rights reserved. Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Please see feedback Louie Bellson's Rogers WMP Drum Set and his wood Dynasonic snare drum! 22x14 kick drum. 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. Ludwig would use the Classic lugs if they were low on Standard lugs. It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Books and Catalogs. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. 1970's LUDWIG BLUE/OLIVE SNARE DRUM HARD SHELL CASE | Musical Instruments & Gear, Percussion, Accessories | eBay! MENU. 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. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Fork's Drum Closet, Nashville: HERE. 9x13, 16x16, 16x18, 14x22, 6.5x14. 1971 Ludwig Catalog. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. A funny thing happened some time ago. supplement, This is the finish selection I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. Mach 5 and Mach 4 Ludwig Drum Sets. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . The interiors of the bass and toms are coated with grey speckled paint, but some Standards have white painted interiors. 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. On our Reverb store. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. 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. 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach 5 Drum Sets. Once again, I left without the Oyster Black set. Full details soon. Chicago Collection Ludwig 12/14/20 Psych Red with rail, SOLD. Triple inlays. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Great review! Vistalite drums were the name for the acrylic drums produced by Ludwig. Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? Very cool and lots of history here. Ludwig is a manufacturer of percussion products and accessories. 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! selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. Many drummers over the years have come to be identified by the color of their . ALL GRETSCH SNARES AND SETS INCLUDING OUR USA CUSTOM, BROADKASTER, AND BROOKLYN SHELL BANK DRUMS. See and buy the kits HERE. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. The 70's blue and olive badge started as rhombus shape with pointed non-continuous lower left and upper right corners. 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". It is much like the Acrolite series. 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 1970s version of this finish made a radical change. WE NOW USE REVERB FOR ALL ONLINE SALES. HERE. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) We will do a video featuring both of these sets. 1. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. 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. Click Here. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: See Steve's video HERE. 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 perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. A LITTLE SAMPLE PIC BELOW: Many new Ludwig Vistalite kits with 12/14/18 and 12/14/20 are in. And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. Remember, rare now means the finish didn't sell as well as the others. VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. The highest quality service is our hallmark, and we take this very seriously. Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. NO WAITING 22 WEEKS! Netherlands, For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. $336.40 . Have a great Fall and keep collecting and playing those great vintage drums. Hey! Purchase with or without the snare. Oops, looks like you forgot something. We'll have product specific videos, interviews, instructional videos, special interest and more. See it. We have Finishes for WFL Ludwig & Ludwig and The Ludwig Drum Company. The chrome wrap had rusted significantly, to the point the wrap was deteriorating and oxidizing on the underside, outer shell ply. 1. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . Take a look and stay tuned for the finished drum. 1. All rights reserved. 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. Some info on the first wave of items! . 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. NEWS! Details. EUR She's a looker that's for sure Someone reading this may know how many of each finish was sold. Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! Learn More. The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. If you have any questions please email me When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. The 1978 Combo series was made with old 3-ply shells until they were used up; the inside was sprayed with granitone. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Designed and Developed, Vintage Chrome Roto Tom Set: A Dream Realized , https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/. My friends and family are always on the search also. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. 12/14/20, 13/16/22 and 12/14/12x18 "Jazzette"size bass drum. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! 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. I plan to buy an electronic set. I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. 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. May 8, 2015: Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. Ludwig Custom. See my newest update on the Collector Market and the potential for the drum sector. Heads, strainer, muffler and snares all in good shape and working condition. 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 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. DW buys Slingerland from Gibson! Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, We have a classic Ludwig vintage set in stock that has been beautiful restored by a vintage Ludwig drum aficionado. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. This was a quadra plus kit originally Please check the fields highlighted in red. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. NYC: HERE. This set was sold and kept in NOS condition and then sold to my client who also kept it in NOS condition. Gretsch on the other hand seemed to really feature lacquer type finishes by the mid-to-late 70's and when those started . Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. Updates will be made often. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. Availability: Sold out Shell sizes Bass drum - 14" x 22" Floor tom - 16" x 16" Tom tom - 9" x 13" Oops, looks like you forgot something. The rest is history. 1. Overnight every young person wanted to be a drummer or play guitar. The importers of foreign drums certainly took advantage of this lucrative situation, and so the American market was flooded with foreign made drum sets. Edges are fine. This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. 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. Great review! consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Even though now we say, "wow, that finish is really cool." early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. Non-US regional data coming soon. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! . 1 of 3. 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. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. 8/23/11:NEW! I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. 5 Drum Sets, This is the finish selection I've read that they still used some 3-ply shells in 1978, but that these were sprayed with the gray interior coating. Oops, looks like you forgot something. 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.