Black Oyster Pearl finish (original)
14x20" Bass Drum
Three Ply shell; mahogany/poplar/mahogany,
w/Maple reinforcing rings. White paint interior. The drum shell
is 'in round' with excellent factory bearing edges.
NOTE; the original 'swing-away'
type legs and mounts were replaced/upgraded with the 1970s Arch
type legs and mounts.
Also, the finish seam is 'flat
and tight' as shown.
NOTE; the original Rail Consolett
type tom tom holder was replaced/upgraded with the center double
tom tom type mount.
NOTE; the rear hoop inlay is
the original Black Oyster Pearl while the front hoop inlay is
retro. 1960s replacement.
Also, the cymbal 'L' arm is
a replacement.
The Black Oyster Pearl finish
doesn't show any signs or areas of fade. Nor any hair line splits.
There are a few superficial scratches worth mentioning. This bass
drum is very tonal and can produce a lot of volume when needed.
It's an excellent example of Ludwig's quality!
Keystone Badge w/six digits,
c. mid 1960s.
Sold.
HISTORIC APPLICATION:
NOTE; Ringo playing a 20"
bass drum; eight lugs per side.
+File photo credit; unknown.
See also; Snare Drums, Drum
Sets, Singles and Hardware Pages; Ludwig.