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Read morec. 1924 Ludwig 6.5" x 14" Deluxe (Black Beauty)
I still consider this the "gold standard" of all brass snare drums in sound and feel.
Read moreThe Collector
Strolling Through History - I like to do research, and I can tell you a little bit about each of the drums in my “collection”. Aside from the details of the drums, I've learned a lot about history, culture, tradition ... even economics and interpersonal relationships. It's also broadened my understanding and appreciation of the history and culture behind drums.
Rare 1 of a kind French Snare Drum - 1946 MetJazz "Card" custom made
Before its restoration, this instrument was brutalized : metric shell "badly resized" to have a 14", 10 extra-holes, totally flat bearing edges (1cm large), white painted shell interior (wood and screws), like gray painted hoops and nailed wrap... Just an horrible handyman !!…
1936 LEEDY 6.5 x 14 ORIENTAL PEARL/FULL DRESS BROADWAY DUAL MODEL (No. 2182)
A word about Leedy Oriental Pearl vs. Ludwig & Ludwig Abalone Pearl: Personally I think the two finishes are one in the same…
Read more1970s Rogers Londoner Set
It’s Halloween time and I am featuring a spooky "dark side" set of Rogers drums for your enjoyment.
Read moreEd Soph: Exploring Improvisation and Developing Your Voice
It’s been a distinct honor and privilege to write about the recent Drum Channel video series presented by my former teacher, Ed Soph. I studied with Ed for more than four years while he was teaching at The Creative Music Studios in Wethersfield, Connecticut.
Read moreBilly Drummond: Remembering Tony Williams
Tony then asked me if I wanted to know how he got that cymbal - Of course I said yes, absolutely. He told me that Max Roach had taken him to the Gretsch Factory in Brooklyn to pick out a set of drums and cymbals… That's how he started with K- Zildjians.
Read moreViola Smith 1912 - 2020
Did you know Louie Bellson said that he began playing the double bass drums only after watching Viola do it?
Read moreGretsch Progressive Jazz kit
A friend of mine had come across a set of mismatched champagne sparkle drums that included a Gretsch round badge 5x14 name band snare drum, 8x12 tom and 14x14 floor tom…
Read moreSung and Unsung Heroes - Jack Jones
This month’s Unsung Hero is quite likely someone you have never heard of before. He is Atlanta based drummer, Jack Jones, and if you have ever watched Rick Beato’s YouTube videos, such as “Top 20 Drum Intros of All Time” or “20 Greatest Drum Fills of All Time”, Jack is the man behind the kit recreating all those intros and fills to perfection.
Read moreKelli Rae Tubbs's Back In Time Video Series: Sure Fire Machine sound effect
Another great video about the history of drums and sound effects by columnist Kelli Rae Tubbs, featuring Wm F “B3” Ludwig . This one is loud. Hold your ears! :-)
Read moreDrum History Podcast - EP 70 - Dealing and Collecting Celebrity Drums with Donn Bennett
Donn shares how he got into this unique profession and some stories of acquiring some ultra rare drums. He also tells us how he authenticates these ultra rare drums and what happened when he comes across a counterfeit drum that is being advertised as being owned by Ringo.
Read moreReview: WFL III Drums - new finishes, new lugs, new improvements
WFL III Drums is the latest chapter in the Ludwig Family’s legacy and love affair with drums and drum building. Since my last review, William F. Ludwig III, has again raised the bar and made these drums even better.
Read moreImmaculate Rogers kit found in an old barn
Here's a beautiful Rogers Red Oynx kit that was found in a barn…
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