Ludwig 60s Seamless Brass Shell 14 x 5” Super Sensitive Snare Drum

Ludwig 60s Seamless Brass Shell 14 x 5” Super Sensitive Snare Drum

 

Quotes from Ludwig catalogues

Once again Wm. F. Ludwig brings you a snare drum that is a miracle of tonal vividness and response, an instrument of ultimate perfection… the Super Sensitive featuring the exclusive dual throw-off snare release.

Dual throw-off provides parallel snare control with two complete mechanisms operated by a single control lever. 

Snares are released from both sides at once, moving away from the head under constant  and even tension.

Each snare strand may be individually adjusted for perfect snare alignment and tension balance.

Solid one-piece heavy gauge brass shell is precision formed with centre bead and flanged edges  for triple strength.

This is the new Acoustic-Perfect seamless all-metal shell developed by Ludwig.

An entirely new principle in shell design assures instant response and undistorted snare action at all volume levels.

The result is a drum sound with exciting new clarity and brilliance.

Stick rebound is faster, easier, playing is more effortless.

From the entire drum head, response is instant, true, undistorted, and choke-free at full power.

Each tone is sharply defined and fully projected, from whisper to full volume.

Here, indeed, is a milestone in the development of a finer drum sound.

The beaded, perfectly round seamless all metal shell is triple chrome plated.

This is definitely one of the rarest 60s Ludwig seamless brass shell snares I see.

I have discovered Ludwig seamless brass shell snares create some of the most exciting, musical and memorable sounds out of all the brass vintage snares I’ve played.

There is something added to the pop and ring of the brass by making the shell seamless.

This snare is in great working order and has some minor issues.

It does not have the badge which are easily bought from America for a low price.

It doesn’t have the guards around the parallel action snare mechanism on both sides.

These can be easily made by a friend of mine in Melbourne, who’s an expert.

Neither of these issues affect the sound of the drum.

There are 2 individual snare wires missing from the original 10, and the 8 existing wires give the drum a full and amazing snare sound (If you want these 2 snare wires, I’m sure they can be bought or made and easily fitted) 

There is some corrosion on the lugs and shell, which is not surprising after 60 years, and it should not spoil your pleasure in playing this BEAST!!!

Original brass hoops on the drum add to its tonal character.

It’s got the original red baseball bat damper fitted.

By the way, if you’ve ever played a 70s aluminium shell version of this and been disappointed with its sound, join the club. I’ve owned a 6 ½ and a 5” and I would rate their sound at a 7/10, and i’ve owned 2 of these brass 60s versions, and I would rate their sound at a 10/10

 

Used, cleaned, and in very good condition for its age. [SD 0913]

 

My price is just $1250

This price is firm. 

I also do lay-buys on cymbals, kits, snares, and hardware.

 

Call Andrew on 0409 536 428 

IMPORTANT NOTE: This is an established Used (modern and vintage!) home-based 35 year young Drum business with drum kits, snares and, 100’s of cymbals, and other drum gear and accessories.

Some days I am not here all day, so please contact my mobile first when planning to visit on Mon, Wed, or Sat, and that way I will have enough time to come back and meet you here.

*I ship anywhere in Australia.