Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. Listed: 9 months ago Views: 837 Almost ready to go live! This is the book for you. 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). Courtesy: 1970 Ludwig Acrolite Snare | Reverb The rest is history. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. HERE. Chicago Collection Ludwig 12/14/20 Psych Red with rail, SOLD. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! NYC: HERE. Updates will be made often. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. 1970s Ludwig Standard S-330 drum set finished in bronze strata Shell has a few scratches and the hoops have a few small rust spots, but drum is in great playing condition. 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets - Vintage Drum Guide We have what you need. 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. Hey! This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. https://reverb.com/news/how-to-date-a-ludwig. 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. 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. Sounds terrific. The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. 13x9 Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. The hardware was lighter, and I suppose cut the cost somewhat. We definitely want to communicate with you. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. Purchase with or without the snare. Reviews. 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 chrome wrap had rusted significantly, to the point the wrap was deteriorating and oxidizing on the underside, outer shell ply. Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. 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. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Please check the fields highlighted in red. They were perfect for the Beatles as they looked so good even on black and white TV. Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. Prices exclude shipping and tax/VAT/GST. It is much like the Acrolite series. This set is a milestone in Craviotto history and will soon be in my IL store along side kit #1. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. 3 ply maple w/ re-rings. 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. Maxwell shop hours and locations: HERE . Larry Bunkers Gretsch 50s Copper Mist 12 14 20, 1. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. The sound of these sets is incredible! 1 of 3. I added the 13 from the same era 16x16 I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. I'm glad he took the time to contact me about them. 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 had forgotten he had those. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. Non-US regional data coming soon. New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. 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. See details and videos, Lots more new drums below and even more on our Illinois Reverb store. Chicago Collection. Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. 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 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. Only available from us in these bass drum sizes. Check this section out frequently. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. Anyone out there wondering if they should buy a Gretsch USA jazz kit? Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. Triple inlays. - In honor of the 5 year anniversary of Johnny Craviotto's passing, we built kit #1000 from 600 year old Timeless Timber birch. The only example ever to surface, and it is a 71 YR OLD FULL,COMPLETE KIT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S FAMILY. Oops, looks like you forgot something. All stands and pedals, rare 3D MOIRE!! Drum Outfits, Snare Drums, Marching & Concert Drums, Timpani, Mallets, Drumsticks, Drumheads, Atlas Hardware, Atlas Drum Luggage and much more. We talk about the differences in shells, edges and sound quality of the 50s-70s USA drums. Used - Very Good $800 + $150 Shipping As low as $37/mo Add to Cart Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! Click 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. Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! NO WAITING 22 WEEKS! Please check the fields highlighted in red. $1,475.00. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Sponsored. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. 1. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. 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. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. Ludwig manufactured the hand engraved, black nickel plated shell drum in the 20's. The Black Beauty is prized by both collectors and drummers. Mach 5 and Mach 4 Ludwig Drum Sets. In this instance, it was during the attempted wrap restoration on a vintage 1970s Ludwig chrome-over-wood 24" bass drum. We have a new Video Program section of our site. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Click Here. New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! It is pretty common to see a red and blue in all three types of finishes. See the video slideshow, : Amazing AK copper bop kit. Books and Catalogs. 12/14/20, 13/16/22 and 12/14/12x18 "Jazzette"size bass drum. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The highest quality service is our hallmark, and we take this very seriously. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Great review! This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. See and buy the kits. The 70's blue and olive badge started as rhombus shape with pointed non-continuous lower left and upper right corners. Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. The rarest set I have ever seen! Which actually has the original heads on it Just click HERE. 1970s Ludwig Vistalite 14x22" Bass Drum with Single-Color Finish 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. 8.5 of 10 IMHO May 8, 2015: Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. 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. The great thing about the Standards is the finishes used on these drums were exclusive to these sets. Re done bearing edges on vintage drums - [DFO] Drum Forum Six Strata (swirl) finishes were offered as well as Five Astro (satin) finishes and four Mist (Sparkle) finishes. Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! Standards have their own unique triangular shaped badge. 1970's Ludwig Bass Drum | Reverb Chicago Collection Craviotto Kit 436. About This Listing. Details. Color Swatches. We'll settle that for you. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. 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. New collection for sale. He kept one, we had one which we sold, and this is the third one. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. This set was sold and kept in NOS condition and then sold to my client who also kept it in NOS condition. Full details soon. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Note: Estimate based on US sales prices for similar items on Reverb. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Everything you see in the pictures is included. Ludwig drums 70's timeline | Vintage Ludwig Drums History 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! Edges are fine. Pics and video soon! 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. WE NOW USE REVERB FOR ALL ONLINE SALES. Steve's Video Selections page. In the 1960s rock music took off in America as the British invasion, and the Beatles in particular came on the scene. New video for Craviotto Timeless Timber 5.5x14 1 of 1 birdseye/gold and also Timeless Timber Birch 4x14 #12 of 25. One could argue the best complement to skill, pocket or "chops" is the equipment that lets the drummer's talent shine through. Ludwig Vistalite | About 1970's Ludwig Super Classic Drums 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. Red hydraulics throughout except kick drum . Ludwig drums 60's finishes | Vintage Ludwig Drums History We'll have product specific videos, interviews, instructional videos, special interest and more. Click Here. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. The perfect gigging vintage Ludwig set. ), Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint. Used 70's Vintage Ludwig Drum Set, Butcher Block finish, 13,14,16,18, 24 And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. Vintage Snare Drums online Ludwig Drum Finishes - Vintage Ludwig Check out our selection here! Starcraft drumZ. The only sign of age is at the edge where the gold sparkle wrap meets, but that's not seen from the front. Red, Blue, Green, Smoke, Yellow, Pink, Amber, Clear Vistalite. Matching snares in stock also. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums.) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. I have owned this kit since it was new in 1970 and it has never left my music room. Ludwig Drums :: Home Designed and Developed, Vintage Chrome Roto Tom Set: A Dream Realized , https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/. The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, 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. selection from the 1982 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. Far more rare than Top Hat and Cane. Welcome & Thank you for visiting our vintageludwigdrums.com site. EBAY auctions. Ludwig Classic Series | About 1970's Ludwig Classic Series Drums HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. Ludwig Drums :: Shell Guide Recently Butch called and offered this set to me. Ludwig 1970's Natural Maple Drum Set | Reverb Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. *Excludes Brand New, B Stock, Fair, Poor, and Non-functioning. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish She's a looker that's for sure Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. Drumarchive.com Check them out. He was playing in a nearby town and brought them with him. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Vintage (70's?) Ludwig Kit! | Drummerworld Forum Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! 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. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. See them on our Reverb stores: ILLINOIS: HERE. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 22 x14 Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! Vintage Ludwig Drums | Thanks for visiting the Vintage Ludwig Drum Site Thanks for looking Many drummers over the years have come to be identified by the color of their .