The set sports blue olive badges and the shells are 3 ply with reinforcement rings and clear interiors. The rail consolette does a wonderful job . This seems inconsistent, as they also have natural-finish interiors with reinforcing rings, which I believed were phased out in 1976, when Ludwig moved to 6-ply shells, no rings. That's why it's in amazing condition! This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Additional Info. We'll settle that for you. Hey! 1970 Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. I am always on the hunt for a nice vintage drum set for sale. We have a new Video Program section of our site. CRAVIOTTO TIMELESS TIMBER SNARE DRUMS FOR SALE, 1. 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? Vistalite drums were the name for the acrylic drums produced by Ludwig. 2/6/21: HERE IN IL: INCREDIBLE CAMCO OAKLAWN 12/12/16/22/22/5x14 ONE OWNER! Please check the fields highlighted in red. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Craviotto "hybrid bearing edges" are here!! All rights reserved. Info, 2/17/23: Just added a brand new "Salesman Sample" unique Craviotto kit. 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 I think every Ludwig collector loves this finish. NEW! 8.5 of 10 IMHO 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/. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. This is a virtual match to my 14 / 18 / 24 Ludwig thermogloss mahogany kit. Thanks for looking Only available from us in these bass drum sizes. I added the 13 from the same era selection from the 1988 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish turn on the red light For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Steve on Louie Bellson's kit: HERE. Follow this Product Incredibly, Sam Bacco was able to find some 600 year old Timeless Timber birch and was able to craft kit #1000 from this wood. Gretsch on the other hand seemed to really feature lacquer type finishes by the mid-to-late 70's and when those started . Prices reflect sales of items in used condition*. Ludwig drums 70's timeline | Vintage Ludwig Drums History Some info on the first wave of items! Chicago Collection Ludwig 12/14/20 Psych Red with rail, SOLD. It is much like the Acrolite series. This beautiful set of Ludwig Bronze Strata Standards was seen by one of my friends on one of those equipment sale pages on Facebook. $2349 for 12/14/18, plus $599 for optional 5x14 snare. 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 . 22x14 kick drum. See them on our Reverb stores: ILLINOIS: HERE. Reviews. 1970 LUDWIG Gold Sparkle Drum Set - Complete Set in Excellent - Reverb My friends and family are always on the search also. This was a quadra plus kit originally Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. We definitely want to communicate with you. 1. Chicago Collection Craviotto Kit 436. Re done bearing edges on vintage drums - [DFO] Drum Forum Otherwise, it's in MINT condition. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. Butch texted me that he was selling his "black" Ludwigs with some other stuff. 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. The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. We'll have product specific videos, interviews, instructional videos, special interest and more. It is managed through MaxWeb Productions, which is the video production division of our business. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. Steve's Travel Schedule: HERE. 9/10/22 MAXWELL PRIVATE SALES IN FULL SWING. Since 1988, a treasure trove of info about vintage drums, custom drums & legendary drummers, All rights reserved. early 1970's Ludwig 16 x 16 floor tom with a thermogloss finish over mahogany. I hope it goes to a good home to enjoy as much as I did for 52 years! Standard series; Snare and tom-toms "Select 4-ply diamond wood shells", Bass drums 6-ply. Mach 5 and Mach 4 Ludwig Drum Sets. 1970 Ludwig Acrolite Snare | Reverb The set I am featuring in this issue is my 1970s Ludwig Deluxe Classic set wrapped in glorious Oyster Black Pearl. UNREAL! Currency: 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. See details and videos, Lots more new drums below and even more on our Illinois Reverb store. The snare drum is a bit different in that it is a 14X5 non chromed aluminum shell with eight classic bowtie lugs. Ludwig Vintage Drums for sale | eBay He gets to look at a lot of used drums as people want to trade for new gear. Nearly all shells began to receive interior granitone paint 1976 In this instance, it was during the attempted wrap restoration on a vintage 1970s Ludwig chrome-over-wood 24" bass drum. from the 1976 "The Spotlight Follows Ludwig Drum Outfits" New Aquarian Satin Finish Coated Tom Drum Heads: 16, 13, 12 Inch Size! I truly appreciate a call from someone telling me about a drum set that they saw somewhere. One could argue the best complement to skill, pocket or "chops" is the equipment that lets the drummer's talent shine through. 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. The 1970's are referred to as the era of the Blue/Olive badge. I drove all the way to Savannah only to find he was selling his "black" diamond pearl Ludwigs. We are your go-to source for buying and selling the rarest vintage drums. HUGE shipment of Ludwig and Gretsch kits has landed in our IL shop. Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! WE NOW USE REVERB FOR ALL ONLINE SALES. Buy Vintage Ludwig Drums | Ludwig 70's drum kits for sale Great review! The chrome wrap had rusted significantly, to the point the wrap was deteriorating and oxidizing on the underside, outer shell ply. EUR 1970 Ludwig Drum Sets. Ludwig Drums :: Home The only sign of age is at the edge where the gold sparkle wrap meets, but that's not seen from the front. It is the finish of a drum that can very well define the drum, as well as the drummer itself. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Ludwig Drum Toms 16 in Item Diameter Floor Tom, Ludwig Floor Toms, See the list. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. These foreign sets were cheaper, so that appealed to a lot of parents buying that drum set for their aspiring rock stars. 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. Updates will be made often. It wasn't until the end of the 1960's that a rise to acrylic drums became present. Vintage Snare Drums online Ludwig Drum Finishes - Vintage Ludwig MENU. Your donation keeps the lights on at Not So Modern Drummer. selection from the 1982 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. Sponsored. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. 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. He is the manager of the percussion department at Portman's Music Store in Savannah, Ga. Once again, I left without the Oyster Black set. One of a kind, Leedy Autograph of the Stars over WMP! Johnny pioneered the solid shell timeless timber drums back in the very early 2000s. I've read that they still used some 3-ply shells in 1978, but that these were sprayed with the gray interior coating. Ludwig natural finish 1970-1975 questions - [DFO] Drum Forum All stands and pedals, rare 3D MOIRE!! Drumarchive.com I'm glad he took the time to contact me about them. Purchase with or without the snare. This drum gave birth to the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum - the most recorded snare drum in history. Full details soon. 22"-16"- 13" -12" Original Natural Maple Finish called by Ludwig "Therm-O-Gloss" Toms have adjustable mufflers. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals, 1. 22 x14 $336.40 . Through the 1970s mahogany was occasionally still used internally or externally. consists of a 14" X 22", a 22" bass drum, a 9" X 13" Tom Tom and 16" X 16" Floor Tom. Ludwig Custom. Designed and Developed by George Lawrence. Precision Drum Co. 2012 Route 44 Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 GIVE US A CALL AT (845) 635-9820. LudwigDrummer.com, 1970 Ludwig Catalog Flyer for the Mach 4 and Mach The only reason I am selling it is because of the noise bothering my neighbors. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. It is much like the Acrolite series. 13/16/22/6.5 NOS, SOLD. Copyright 2023 Ludwig Drums. The rest is history. On our Reverb store. Jan 19th: EXCLUSIVE for us with Ludwig: Rose Marine Pearl!! He kept one, we had one which we sold, and this is the third one. Ready to ship! Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. Vintage Ludwig 16 X 16 Floor Tom, Red Strata, 1970s Excellent Condition 1970's LUDWIG BLUE/OLIVE SNARE DRUM HARD SHELL CASE | Musical Instruments & Gear, Percussion, Accessories | eBay! Click Here. Ludwig Drums - 4 Piece, 6 Ply Male Shells, Late 70's, Pointy Black/Olive Badges. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. - In honor of the 5 year anniversary of Johnny Craviotto's passing, we built kit #1000 from 600 year old Timeless Timber birch. The white diagonal line in this photo is the pearl covering. Click Here: 11/16/11:Another First From Craviotto: New lug style bop kit!! Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 13x9 Starcraft drumZ. Details. The sound of these sets is incredible! Heads, strainer, muffler and snares all in good shape and working condition. IN OUR IL STORE: THE MOST AMAZING ARRAY OF VISTALITE KITS EVER! Concert Toms 10 12 13 14 Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Check out our selection here! Drum wraps - Precision Drum Company, Inc. - Since 1961 Almost ready to go live! Copyright 2016 Not So Modern Drummer. Lots of vintage up here already, andLOTS more going in daily with some very cool recent additions! The hardware was lighter, and I suppose cut the cost somewhat. The drums tune up well and sound great with single ply coated heads. As a result, drum set sales began to soar. 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. Steve on WFL vintage kit: HERE. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. This is the book for you. 16x16 See and buy the kits. 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. The pattern became bigger and the color became blacker. Matching snares in stock also. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Drummer Nation Podcast - Where Drummers Talk. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Craviotto Sequoia 2750 years old. Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. EBAY auctions. Edges are fine. This web site is dedicated to the history of vintage drums. These were meticulously cleaned and detailed Ludwig badges are simple characteristic indicating which era a Ludwig drum could be placed. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. New Old Stock 12/14/18/4x14. 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. Acrylic drums had been in production for a number of years before Ludwig delved into it. Drum Outfits, Snare Drums, Marching & Concert Drums, Timpani, Mallets, Drumsticks, Drumheads, Atlas Hardware, Atlas Drum Luggage and much more. If you have any questions please email me This set was acquired by Butch Braddy several years ago. Several Craviotto kits from as major collection available for sale! The characteristics of maple offered more volume, a brighter tone, and tuning versatility. See information, links and the movie trailer, 2/28/23: Just in! Triple inlays. My favorite finish on Ludwig drums is Oyster Black Pearl. 20" $2499. Everything you see in the pictures is included. Designed and Developed, Vintage Chrome Roto Tom Set: A Dream Realized , https://hudsonmusic.com/joel-rothman-collection/. Used - Very Good $800 + $150 Shipping As low as $37/mo Add to Cart Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! 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. New video for Craviotto Timeless Timber 5.5x14 1 of 1 birdseye/gold and also Timeless Timber Birch 4x14 #12 of 25. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The rail consolette does a wonderful job positioning the mounted tom. 5x14 snares $599. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. 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. RED, GREEN, SMOKE, YELLOW, AMBER, BLUE, PINK, CLEAR. 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. Steve Maxwell Vintage and Custom Drums Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. VIDEO CHANNEL: See all of our videos here:youtube.com/stevemaxwelldrumsWe've got over 130 videos. We are the largest dealer worldwide of USA-made Gretsch drums! 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. Our Maxwell Drums Nesting Kits reviewed in the June issue of Modern Drummer. Netherlands, See and buy the kits HERE. 1970s Ludwig Vistalite 14x22" Bass Drum with Single-Color Finish 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. 1973 Ludwig Catalog. Click Here: 12/15/11: THISIS INCREDIBLE! Please check the fields highlighted in red. These shells were not only stronger but less expensive to make. 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. 1970's Ludwig Bass Drum | Reverb Our exclusive Glacier Blue Ludwig Classic Maple kits are in stock! 1970s Ludwig Standard S-330 drum set finished in bronze strata Drummer community & drum marketplaceThe first vintage & Custom Drum Magazine, since 1988. When Ringo chose Oyster Black for his Ludwig drums, he made a great choice. It features all original factory components free of any modifications. This configuration offers much versatility, and options at your disposal. If your Standard kit has Classic lugs that might also be correct. CHICAGO-LAND STORE UPDATE AND PHOTO TOUR: HERE. HERE. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Used 70's Vintage Ludwig Drum Set, Butcher Block finish, 13,14,16,18, 24 1970s Ludwig Vistalite Quadra-Plus Drum Set with Single-Color Finish 9/17/13: Billy Gladstone drum set news!HERE. Vintage (70's?) Ludwig Kit! | Drummerworld Forum 1970-1971 Ludwig Finishes | [DFO] Drum Forum New collection for sale. Details: 9X13 tom 10X14 tom 16X16 floor tom 16X18 floor tom 14X24 bass drum All drums in . Thread starter QuinnTheEskimo; Start date Sep 7, 2009; Sep 7, 2009 #1 . The only example ever to surface, and it is a 71 YR OLD FULL,COMPLETE KIT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S FAMILY. NYC: HERE. /31/22: IMPORTANT COOL NEWS ABOUT OUR NYC STORE!! 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. Remember, rare now means the finish didn't sell as well as the others. This set is the most common Standard configuration, the S-330 twin tom five piece set. $1,475.00. 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. 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. (#314255977917) . She's not perfect but neither was Roxanne 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. 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. The Oyster Black finish survives to this day and the newer versions look great. Courtesy: LudwigDrummer.com. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. This was the shell design that came to be in '67. Standards usually have smooth low mass lugs. The store doesn't want old drums so he sometimes buys them. READ THE MODERN DRUMMER MAXWELL NESTING KIT REVIEW HERE. from the 1981 Ludwig Drum Catalog, This is the finish Oops, looks like you forgot something. And now we also have: One of Joe Morello's drum sets. See the latest on Steve's Drums Facts. Note: Estimate based on US sales prices for similar items on Reverb. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Ludwig would use the Classic lugs if they were low on Standard lugs. Companys like Zickos and Fibes were the first few to give light to these shell concepts. 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! 8/23/11:NEW! A funny thing happened some time ago. These are the Ludwig Catalog Finishe pages from Ludwig Drum Catalogs. Those were snare drums, no sets. 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. LATEST PRODUCTS: Click Here Items are coming in FAST. 5 Drum Sets, This is the finish selection We will do a video featuring both of these sets. $19.95Want to develop a formidable technique and become a virtuoso drummer? Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. 1. See it HERE. Ludwig drums | ludwigdrums View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Very cool and lots of history here. Paypal, credit cards, Patreon, Venmo, Cash App, Zellepay and personal checks accepted. Ludwig Vistalite 1970's 10 X 9 Inch Tom New Remo Heads Pattern C Vintage Rare. All rights reserved. Buy Vintage Ludwig Drums | Ludwig 60's drum kits for sale Order at DrumSellers or at lemscymbalfelts.com. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Color Swatches. The bass drum is 22X14, floor tom is 16X16, the mounted toms are 13X9 and 12X8. For beginner to advanced players.All Joel Rothman books can be ordered at any music store or through Amazon. Adrian made 3 kits several years ago and these were his first drum sets. LATEST PRODUCTS:cymbals, drum sets,snares,all items ALL THINGS GRETSCH: sets, snares, ALL CRAVIOTTO: Here VINTAGE & NEW: sets, snares. Courtesy: 1970s Ludwigs - Confusing Me | Drummerworld Forum Steve on Craviotto Center Stage kit: HERE. Ludwig Vistalite | About 1970's Ludwig Super Classic Drums 3/17/12: Now, Maxwell Drums brings you even MORE custom options for your Craviotto drum set! 1. Check this section out frequently. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. (Most commonly on large floor toms and large bass drums. SHOP OUR STORES-ILLINOIS REVERB: HERE FORK'S REVERB:HERE. . Or, call us at 212-730-8138 and place an order for one! Here we go: MORE AUDIO SLIDESHOWS ADDED TODAY PLUS "STEVE'S SESSIONS" #3 "FINGER CONTROL". Steve, Maxwell Private Auctions update! 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".