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  Ludwig Drum Collection and Archive at the National Music Museum
The William F. Ludwig II Collection features a wide variety of materials, including an outstanding collection of drums, drum pedals and other drum accessories, historic photographs, a comprehensive drum patent collection, historic documents from the Ludwig drum companies, trade literature, and related ephemera.
The middle drum was built by Eli Brown and Son, Bloomfield, Connecticut, in 1841.
According to Ludwig, this drum was acquired from a man whose grandfather used it in the Confederate army.
www.usd.edu /smm/LudwigArchive.html   (498 words)

  
 How To Date 1960's Ludwig Drums
Ludwig explained, "Most of the time when a new shipment of badges came in from our manufacturer, we still had a few boxes of them left in stock, so we just stacked the new boxes in together with the old ones.
Ludwig replied, "I would say in all likelihood that’s just what happened." At a production rate of about 11,000 drums per month, it meant that for each month that passed, the serial numbers on the unused badges inside of a stagnant box would fall 11,000 digits behind the progressing sequence of serial numbers.
Ludwig when he happened to mention this to me, "Once in a while we found a misplaced box of badges that was overlooked and sitting around the factory for a couple of years.
www.vintagedrum.com /ludwig_serials.htm   (2209 words)

  
 Ludwig   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The bass drums are solid and have never been drilled for tom holders, each one is stock and complete with all of their original Ludwig fittings.
Ludwig and Ludwig drums that are finished in the rare "Emerald Green Pearl" are extremely rare, to have this drum in a rare color and and with the deluxe hand painted front head make this an exceptionally rare and collectible drum!
The interiors of all three drums are also well preserved, there is some minor scuffing of the bottom bearing edges of the two toms, and also on the front resonant side bearing edge of the bass drum.
www.kingsmusicusa.com /ludwig.htm   (6264 words)

  
 Welcome to Ludwig-Drums.com
The seeds for the Ludwig Drum Company were planted during a 1908 vaudeville job at the Auditorium Theater in Chicago.
Ludwigs clumsy old wood pedal, accustomed to circus marches, could not meet the rigorous demands of the new syncopated jazz and ragtime rhythms.
Ludwig Black Beauty snare drums have become legendary for their sound and striking appearance.
www.ludwig-drums.com   (713 words)

  
 Ludwig Drums, Ludwig Drum Sets
William F. Ludwig, Senior, born 1879 in Germany, emigrated to the United States with his family at the age of eight.
As a percussionist, Ludwig began in the manufacturing field by inventing drum pedals in the early 1900s, the first being for a timpani.
Although the Ludwig company was aggressive in its promotion and marketing, the biggest break for the company came when Ringo Starr appeared on the famous Ed Sullivan broadcast playing a set of Ludwig Drums.
www.percussionville.com /ludwig_drum_sets.htm   (304 words)

  
 Ludwig Drums Page - With Shopping Resources for a Ludwig Drum Set
Before they started their Ludwig and Ludwig company in 1909, the brothers worked as precisionists and also agents for another percussion and drum set manufacturing pioneer, Ulysses Grant Leedy.
Ludwig drums were selling strong throughout the 1920s, but the invention of the talking movie, which decreased demand for live percussion, and the US market crash in 1929 severely curtailed Ludwig sales.
The Ludwig and Ludwig name was owned by GC Conn, therefore the Ludwigs had to choose a different one for their label.
www.drums-and-drum-sets.com /ludwig.php   (534 words)

  
 Welcome to Ludwig-Drums.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Ludwig's Amber Vista-Lite Drum Outfit has certainly hit the hot button when it comes to retro drums that are just right for the markets of the new Millennium.
The Ludwig Amber Vista-Lite outfit is styled in a similar fashion to the Ludwig outfit as historically played by John Bonham from Led Zeppelin back in the early 1970's.
Ludwig (www.ludwig-drums.com) is a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc. Conn-Selmer, Inc., the largest manufacturer of band and orchestral instruments and accessories in the United States, is a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc. To contact Conn-Selmer, write to P.O. Box 310, Elkhart, IN 46515-0310 U.S.A. or visit www.conn-selmer.com.
www.ludwig-drums.com /content/press/2004_amber.php   (377 words)

  
 Ludwig Vistalite Drums
I was working in a music store back in 1992 or so when the drum salesperson forwards a call to me of someone who wanted to trade in a sole 14x22 vistalite bass drum.
I am not sure if the badge placement is normal, as this is my only complete kit of vistas, but when the 13 and 14 are mounted on the bass drum for a right handed drummer, the badges face opposite sides, slightly inward.
The badges on the floor toms correctly face outward with the dampener on the opposite side of the drum, offset by 1 lug.
www.griptoad.com /SPIRAL.htm   (682 words)

  
 Ludwig Drums - AskTheBrain.com
The book is a virtual color museum of vintage Ludwig drums with many detailed descriptions and historical points of interest.
Featuring 160 photographs of the Ludwig family and business history, this book is filled with real life stories that made Ludwig the most famous name in drums.
Ludwig & Ludwig, manufacturer of drums from 1909, made an unsuccessful attempt 1921-1929 to market a line of banjos.
www.askthebrain.com /drum_ludwig-.html   (328 words)

  
 Ludwig Bass Drum & Stand 18x40" LECB40X8 || School Band Instruments, Fender Guitars, Rogers Drums, Ibanez Guitars, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Ludwig Concert Bass Drums feature 6 ply Maple shells and the All-Terrain stand, specifically engineered for the indoor and outdoor marching percussion front ensembles.
The Bass Drum Stand is constructed from strong 1 1/2" square steel, powder coated in a scratch resistant silver finish.
The drum on this LE788 stand can rotate 360-degrees, to position at any axis for proper playing technique and double mallet performance.
www.brookmays.com /prod_disp.aspx?itemnum=LECB40X8   (191 words)

  
 drum sets, pearl drums, yamaha drums, ludwig drums, tama,gretsch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Pearl drums are the most popular drum sets in use today.
There are many other manufacturers of drum sets that also produce quality products that rival even the best Pearl drums.
Whether it's Pearl drums or any of the other great makes available, drum sets are a great way to express your musical talent.
www.drum-sets-now.com   (259 words)

  
 Ludwig drums parts Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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drum.5infolock1.info /asphalt-drum-plant-dryers/ludwig-drums-parts.html   (248 words)

  
 Ludwig - zZounds.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The new Accent CS Custom drums definitely stand out by their looks, their awesome features and most of all by their amazing sound.
This entry-level Ludwig set is perfect for the serious beginning drummer or anyone on a tight budget.
Ludwig’s Accent drum sets are quickly growing in popularity because they deliver surprising quality for their modest prices.
www.zzounds.com /cat--Ludwig--3672   (442 words)

  
 VintageInterchange.com - Vintage Drums
LUDWIG HEADS - 14”, DB-750 batter and DB-300 snare, 60’s - 70’s with blue or red Ludwig logo, NOS or good used condition.
LUDWIG BASS – 16 X 22, Blue Vistalite, must be Combo.
LUDWIG CONCERT TOMS – 10” and 12”, solid fl Vistalite, B/O badge preferred, with clip mounts, good–excellent condition.
www.vintageinterchange.com   (2387 words)

  
 Ludwig Drummer - Ludwig Drum Collectors' Site for Both Vintage and Modern Drummers
Though I can't tell you here which drum placed at number #1 (you'll have to pick up the latest issue of MD to find out) I will leave you with this interesting quote from the article.
Bill Ludwig's autobiography 'The Making of a Drum Company' is out and now available through Rebeats (Rob Cook's site).
This site is devoted to Ludwig drums, drummers, catalogs, and anything else of interest to Ludwig drummers and collectors both vintage and modern.
www.ludwigdrummer.com   (959 words)

  
 Ludwig Marching Drums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
If a traditional wood marching drum line is what you seek, we recommend Ludwig...
The diagonal cut projects the sound forward and the edge is protected with an aluminum ring.
Ludwig Classic Lugs are fitted on each tom.
www.mccormicksnet.com /ludwig.htm   (71 words)

  
 DRUM TIPS - 100's of DRUMMING TIPS for Drums and Percussion, Drum Set, tip of the day, Drum Tabs, Drum Machine, Drum ...
To truly tune your drums to their pitch remove all heads and hardware, hang the shell from a string or something and hit the edge of the shell.
Drumming at home can be annoying to those who don't appreciate the ART of the most ancient of musical instruments, soooooooo, I invested in some neoprene drum mufflers.The sound is GREATLY reduced and the most beneficial thing is the muscle tone and reflex you must use to get the rebounds and doubles and triples.
If your drums feel really dead and your stick response is like hitting a piece of leather tighten up the bottom of the drum a half turn.This could go for all the drums,snare,toms etc..
www.drumtips.com /submittips.html   (9079 words)

  
 Inventor of ludwig drums Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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 LUDWIG Drums @ scherf.com Music Gear Superstore (Super Discount Prices!)
A great drum set as well as all kinds of percussion gear will make all the difference in musical creations as they bring the proper rhythm and edge to each song.
Please note that limited-edition drum and percussion models and special low-price offers are available for a limited time only.
Ludwig drums have been the standard for decades.
www.scherf.com /drumsludwig.htm   (217 words)

  
 Ludwig Drums
Drum sets and other gear including Pearl Drums, Tama Drums, Mapex Drums, Zildjan Cymbals, Sabian Cymbals, and more.
Big discounts and FREE shipping on all types of Ludwig Drums and percussion products.
We are experienced drummers who not only sell Ludwig Drums, but who play them as well.
www.massmusic.net /ludwig_drums.html   (179 words)

  
 Vintage ludwig drums Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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 Ludwig Drums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Ludwig combines the configuration and color of the 60's with todays 800 series hardware and 9 ply...
Ludwig combines the configuration and color of the 60's with today's 800 series hardware and 9 pl...
The most significant changes in a decade are in effect at the Ludwig Drum Company.
www.birdlandmusic.net /customer/home.php?cat=7350   (1085 words)

  
 Ludwig vintage drums Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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Ludwig Gretsch Slingerland and all Neat Drums Bought sold Traded.
Vintage drums and cymbals, drum appraisal service, buy, sell, and trade drums.
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 dirhub.com - ludwig drums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Get a 45-day best price guarantee on Ludwig drums at Musicians Friend and get free express shipping on most orders over $199.
Ludwig is a drum company that was created in 1910 by William F. Ludwig and his brother Theo Ludwig.
Find Ludwig Drum products and anything you are looking for on Ebay.
www.dirhub.com /Ludwig-Drums.aspx   (303 words)

  
 Classic & Vintage Ludwig Drums for Players and Collectors   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
CLASSIC DRUMS are pleased to announce we can undertakerepairs and Re-chroming of your vintage Ludwig Parts.
Ludwig players and vintage collectors are well catered for with the Vintage Drummer Magazine and Ludwig Books as well as the "Collecting vintage drums" CD's by the Classic Drum Museum.
Our galleries will feature the classic and vintage Drums played and collected by visitors to this site as well as great players from the past on their Classic kits.
www.classicdrums.com   (179 words)

  
 CGR: Ludwig Drums??
My friend wanted some advice on em, and being a drum set owner, he asked me. But i have never played a set, ive never even heard much about them.
I'm not a drummer myself, but I've played with drummers that have used Ludwigs.
Ludwigs are well known for their marching and other band purcussion, and their older vintage stuff.
www.christianguitar.org /forums/showthread.php?t=28088   (191 words)

  
 Steinway's Sweet Sound [Fool.com: Motley Fool Take] March 14, 2005
Despite the images it conjures up of kids strapping on its better known grand pianos and marching in a parade, Steinway is a leading provider of all types of musical instruments.
On the strength of its Conn-Selmer division, which sells Vincent Bach brass, Armstrong woodwind, Ludwig drums, and Scherl and Roth string instruments, Steinway's band segment sales leapt 21% to $41 million in the quarter.
Though the stock symbol is somewhat ambiguous (it stands for Ludwig von Beethoven), the company's performance has been more straightforward: Steinway has been off-key lately with 2004 being something of a turnaround.
www.fool.com /News/mft/2005/mft05031409.htm?ref=foolwatch   (471 words)

  
 ludwig drums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Pearl manufactures the finest drums and percussion instruments available for today's drummer, percussionist, marching band or drum corps.
Drums HARDWARE Ludwig Accent 5-Piece Drum Set This New Kit by Ludwig (View Photo Below)is the perfect answer for the beginner on a...
Vistalite was the trade name used by Ludwig for it's line of acrylic drums in the 1970s.
www.my-musical-instruments-deals.com /8/ludwig-drums.html   (175 words)

  
 Step by step instruction ludwig drums Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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 Classic ludwig drums Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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 LUDWIG DRUMS SUPER STORE :   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Ludwig LM922SSL Double Braced Low Snare Drum Stand
Ludwig Fab 4 Classic Maple Drum Set with 22andquot; Kick Silver Sparkle
Ludwig Fab 4 Classic Maple Drum Set with 20 Kick Silver Sparkle
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