20" $2499. consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . 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. Check out our selection here! (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. Even though now we say, "wow, that finish is really cool." 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. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! $2349 for 12/14/18, plus $599 for optional 5x14 snare. Larry Bunkers Gretsch 50s Copper Mist 12 14 20, 1. 1. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! Prices exclude shipping and tax/VAT/GST. We are the largest dealer worldwide of USA-made Gretsch drums! Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. 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". By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. Click Here. Learn More. I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. 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. Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. Thanks for looking Sponsored. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. ALL GRETSCH SNARES AND SETS INCLUDING OUR USA CUSTOM, BROADKASTER, AND BROOKLYN SHELL BANK DRUMS. This is the Ludwig Drum Finishes page. Please see feedback (#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. The chrome wrap had rusted significantly, to the point the wrap was deteriorating and oxidizing on the underside, outer shell ply. Home; . Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. 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 have a classic Ludwig vintage set in stock that has been beautiful restored by a vintage Ludwig drum aficionado. 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. 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. 22x14 kick drum. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. We will do a video featuring both of these sets. 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). SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. See my newest update on the Collector Market and the potential for the drum sector. Drum Outfits, Snare Drums, Marching & Concert Drums, Timpani, Mallets, Drumsticks, Drumheads, Atlas Hardware, Atlas Drum Luggage and much more. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 5x14 snares $599. Please check the fields highlighted in red. HERE. All of the remaining Vistalite kits from our initial order are now listed at our IL store Reverb page. This is the book for you. MENU. The 1970s version of this finish made a radical change. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. The only example ever to surface, and it is a 71 YR OLD FULL,COMPLETE KIT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S FAMILY. Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. It is managed through MaxWeb Productions, which is the video production division of our business. 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. 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 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 The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Check this section out frequently. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. See Steve's video HERE. This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. About This Listing. He gets to look at a lot of used drums as people want to trade for new gear. Purchase with or without the snare. The interior was a clear-coated natural finish. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Have a great Fall and keep collecting and playing those great vintage drums. 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/. 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. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. This is the book for you. Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . See it HERE. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! 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. Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. Just like the catalog kit but ours has two 22s. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. $336.40 . I had forgotten he had those. The sound of these sets is incredible! Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. Steve on new Ludwig Legacy Mahogany: HERE. LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. All stands and pedals, rare 3D MOIRE!! 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 The importers of foreign drums certainly took advantage of this lucrative situation, and so the American market was flooded with foreign made drum sets. I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. A funny thing happened some time ago. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. The other colors are more rare. Chicago Collection Craviotto Kit 436. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Triple inlays. Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. from the 1976 "The Spotlight Follows Ludwig Drum Outfits" 1 of 3. 12/14/20, 13/16/22 and 12/14/12x18 "Jazzette"size bass drum. Steve, Maxwell Private Auctions update! Latest Videos: Steve demos a wood dyna: HERE. 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. See and buy the kits HERE. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. All rights reserved. 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. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 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 I met him with the cash. Steve's Website Status Updates: HERE. 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. It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. The first time I saw this set, I told him I wanted to buy them when he let them go. 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. supplement, This is the finish selection Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 It is much like the Acrolite series. Classic 1970s Ludwig Smoke Vistalite 14 x 22" Bass Drum - Looks Really Good - In Your Face Tone! Many drummers over the years have come to be identified by the color of their . Ludwig Drums - 4 Piece, 6 Ply Male Shells, Late 70's, Pointy Black/Olive Badges. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. EBAY auctions. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Non-US regional data coming soon. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? Oops, looks like you forgot something. EUR New collection for sale. 22 x14 Follow this Product Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. 1. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. Almost ready to go live! I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. The drum sizes are 22", 16", 13" standard depths with a chrome 14" Supraphonic. We have what you need. A LITTLE SAMPLE PIC BELOW: Many new Ludwig Vistalite kits with 12/14/18 and 12/14/20 are in. Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! Hey! VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. Steve's Video Selections page. Ludwig is a manufacturer of percussion products and accessories. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Ready to ship! Very cool and lots of history here. Fork's Drum Closet, Nashville: HERE. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. 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. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Check them out. We have them IN STOCK, OVER 200 DRUMS. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. 1. selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! Used Sonor Force 3000 17x20BD, 10x12TT, 12x14FT, 6.5x14 SD, Hardware and Cases included. I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. We talk about the differences in shells, edges and sound quality of the 50s-70s USA drums. 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. For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, Matching snares in stock also. 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. It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. As a result, drum set sales began to soar. 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. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Great review! Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. Pics and video soon! Edges are fine. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? 1971 Ludwig Catalog. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum This made for a less perfect round shell, but prevented problems with the finish pulling off. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! It has all original shell hardware: rail mount, cymbal/tom bracket, spurs and mufflers. Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. Louie Bellson's Rogers WMP Drum Set and his wood Dynasonic snare drum! Copyright 2023 Ludwig Drums. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. 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. Here we go: MORE AUDIO SLIDESHOWS ADDED TODAY PLUS "STEVE'S SESSIONS" #3 "FINGER CONTROL". The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. See the video slideshow, : Amazing AK copper bop kit. The interiors of the bass and toms are coated with grey speckled paint, but some Standards have white painted interiors. https://reverb.com/news/how-to-date-a-ludwig. early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. Some info on the first wave of items! These were meticulously cleaned and detailed Typical signs of light use, patina from age, no heavy corrosion on hardware. $1,475.00. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. Ludwig Custom. 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. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? Please check the fields highlighted in red. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 That's why it's in amazing condition! turn on the red light Overnight every young person wanted to be a drummer or play guitar. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Some special deals! . We have a new Video Program section of our site. 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 I added the 13 from the same era This set was acquired by Butch Braddy several years ago. 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. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Shell has a few scratches and the hoops have a few small rust spots, but drum is in great playing condition. 8/23/11:NEW! 1. 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. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. If you have any questions please email me DW buys Slingerland from Gibson! This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! - In honor of the 5 year anniversary of Johnny Craviotto's passing, we built kit #1000 from 600 year old Timeless Timber birch. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. Netherlands, Steve on Louie Bellson's kit: HERE. This was a quadra plus kit originally 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. 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. Availability: Sold out Shell sizes Bass drum - 14" x 22" Floor tom - 16" x 16" Tom tom - 9" x 13"