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. 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. Currency: I added the 13 from the same era 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!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. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. 2/6/21: How about some links to fun videos? 1970s Ludwig Vistalite Quadra-Plus Drum Set with Single-Color Finish Ludwig Drums :: Shell Guide He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes | [DFO] Drum Forum The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. Vintage Ludwig Drums | Thanks for visiting the Vintage Ludwig Drum Site Reviews. Ludwig Acrolite Snare with 1970 date stamp and blue-and-olive pointed badge. Many drummers over the years have come to be identified by the color of their . He kept one, we had one which we sold, and this is the third one. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. Netherlands, Full details soon. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. 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. 1. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Ready to ship! One could argue the best complement to skill, pocket or "chops" is the equipment that lets the drummer's talent shine through. Just click HERE. Availability: Sold out Shell sizes Bass drum - 14" x 22" Floor tom - 16" x 16" Tom tom - 9" x 13" (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. We have what you need. 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! 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. 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. I am always on the hunt for a nice vintage drum set for sale. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The first time I saw this set, I told him I wanted to buy them when he let them go. Everything you see in the pictures is included. Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. These were meticulously cleaned and detailed Used Sonor Force 3000 17x20BD, 10x12TT, 12x14FT, 6.5x14 SD, Hardware and Cases included. Pics and video soon! It has all original shell hardware: rail mount, cymbal/tom bracket, spurs and mufflers. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! New video for Craviotto Timeless Timber 5.5x14 1 of 1 birdseye/gold and also Timeless Timber Birch 4x14 #12 of 25. HERE. I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. $336.40 . Drum wraps - Precision Drum Company, Inc. - Since 1961 As a result, drum set sales began to soar. 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. 1970s Ludwig Standard S-330 drum set finished in bronze strata This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! Those were snare drums, no sets. I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. Incredibly, Sam Bacco was able to find some 600 year old Timeless Timber birch and was able to craft kit #1000 from this wood. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. Courtesy: We definitely want to communicate with you. 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 The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. 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. I have owned this kit since it was new in 1970 and it has never left my music room. turn on the red light We have a new Video Program section of our site. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! UNREAL! See our exclusive video of this great new innovation from Craviotto: Click Here. The only example ever to surface, and it is a 71 YR OLD FULL,COMPLETE KIT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S FAMILY. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! 3/17/12: Now, Maxwell Drums brings you even MORE custom options for your Craviotto drum set! 1. 5x14 snares $599. The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. Hey! 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. supplement, This is the finish selection Triple inlays. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. 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. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. Take a look and stay tuned for the finished drum. Only available from us in these bass drum sizes. It features all original factory components free of any modifications. 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. And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. 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. LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. Our website is evolving into a mini media station and the new video sectionis a big part of the website evolutioninitiative. Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. A LITTLE SAMPLE PIC BELOW: Many new Ludwig Vistalite kits with 12/14/18 and 12/14/20 are in. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. All of the remaining Vistalite kits from our initial order are now listed at our IL store Reverb page. https://reverb.com/news/how-to-date-a-ludwig. Heads, strainer, muffler and snares all in good shape and working condition. Buy Vintage Ludwig Drums | Ludwig 60's drum kits for sale May 8, 2015: Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. Just like the catalog kit but ours has two 22s. Click Here. This set was sold and kept in NOS condition and then sold to my client who also kept it in NOS condition. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets - Vintage Drum Guide Great review! This was a quadra plus kit originally Sparkle, Glass Glitter, Pearl, custom, Drum wraps for Roland V-drums & more. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . My friends and family are always on the search also. Vintage (70's?) Ludwig Kit! | Drummerworld Forum Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Check this section out frequently. selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish See Steve's video HERE. Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! The only sign of age is at the edge where the gold sparkle wrap meets, but that's not seen from the front. This is the book for you. Larry Bunkers Gretsch 50s Copper Mist 12 14 20, 1. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. 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 1970s version of this finish made a radical change. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic Drum Set Not So Modern Drummer Steve on Louie Bellson's kit: HERE. Vistalite drums were the name for the acrylic drums produced by Ludwig. See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum 1970's LUDWIG BLUE/OLIVE SNARE DRUM HARD SHELL CASE | eBay Check them out. 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 Steve's Travel Schedule: HERE. New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! He was playing in a nearby town and brought them with him. Very cool and lots of history here. Some special deals! The sound of these sets is incredible! 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 See it HERE. NEW! Some info on the first wave of items! consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. . Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. It is much like the Acrolite series. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. All rights reserved. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Thanks for looking That's why it's in amazing condition! 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. Butch texted me that he was selling his "black" Ludwigs with some other stuff. Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. When using a paint/finish remover like "Zipstrip" to remove old glue from drum shells, wait at least 24 hours before applying . Please check the fields highlighted in red. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. 1970's Ludwig Bass Drum | Reverb The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? The Ludwig Acrolite | Drummerworld Forum 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". The other colors are more rare. READ THE MODERN DRUMMER MAXWELL NESTING KIT REVIEW HERE. 8/23/11:NEW! Ludwig would use the Classic lugs if they were low on Standard lugs. 8.5 of 10 IMHO Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Ludwig is a manufacturer of percussion products and accessories. This is the Ludwig Drum Finishes page. The perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. 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. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Mach 5 and Mach 4 Ludwig Drum Sets. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. 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? 16x16 Learn More. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. Prices exclude shipping and tax/VAT/GST. The importers of foreign drums certainly took advantage of this lucrative situation, and so the American market was flooded with foreign made drum sets. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. Updates will be made often. 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. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. 1971 Ludwig Catalog. Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! I've read that they still used some 3-ply shells in 1978, but that these were sprayed with the gray interior coating. This is the book for you. 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. (#314255977917) . Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. 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 . 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). The interiors of the bass and toms are coated with grey speckled paint, but some Standards have white painted interiors. 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. Precision Drum Co. 2012 Route 44 Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 GIVE US A CALL AT (845) 635-9820. Ludwig drums 60's finishes | Vintage Ludwig Drums History New collection for sale. Chicago Collection Ludwig 12/14/20 Psych Red with rail, SOLD. The interior was a clear-coated natural finish. Steve on new Ludwig Legacy Mahogany: HERE. When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. Check out our selection here! 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. Follow this Product from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Chicago Collection. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. Please check the fields highlighted in red. 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes. The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. 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. The rest is history. 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. NYC: HERE. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. I'm not sure which would be the most rare, but it could be the bronze. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! Ludwig 1970's Natural Maple Drum Set | Reverb 1. 18" kits $2349. Far more rare than Top Hat and Cane. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. All rights reserved. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. See my newest update on the Collector Market and the potential for the drum sector. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. 9x13, 16x16, 16x18, 14x22, 6.5x14. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Great review! Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! She's a looker that's for sure Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. WE NOW USE REVERB FOR ALL ONLINE SALES. Ludwig Classic Series | About 1970's Ludwig Classic Series Drums Red, Blue, Green, Smoke, Yellow, Pink, Amber, Clear Vistalite. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Sounds terrific. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. Home; . 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. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Oops, looks like you forgot something. 1. Re done bearing edges on vintage drums - [DFO] Drum Forum In this instance, it was during the attempted wrap restoration on a vintage 1970s Ludwig chrome-over-wood 24" bass drum. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. Non-US regional data coming soon. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Six Strata (swirl) finishes were offered as well as Five Astro (satin) finishes and four Mist (Sparkle) finishes. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . . Oops, looks like you forgot something. Ludwig Vintage Drums for sale | eBay Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I love the seventies version of this finish, but I must admit I like the 60s version more. DW buys Slingerland from Gibson! Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, If your Standard kit has Classic lugs that might also be correct.