One of my favorite restomods. Original Gretsch SSB shells. Everything else, including edges, gray sealer, wrap, hardware, badges, etc., has been modernized. Tone for days with this bad boy.
I’m with @Fat Drummer! If you have a local FastSigns franchise (or similar sign/decal company), they can make quick work of a custom bass drum head for you.
Eames are great drums. Spotted these in suburban Detroit (Grosse Pointe Blank, anyone?). Smokin’ deal.
https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/msg/d/grosse-pointe-eames-drums/7572975844.html
Adding a little more copper to the collection. This very clean Yamaha SD-6106 6.5 x 14 Copper Snare landed a few weeks ago. Trying some die cast hoops on it for starters. Beautiful, beautiful drum.
@philodragon making sure you spotted this new listing.
https://www.drumforum.org/threads/dw-collectors-cast-19-pound-bronze-5%E2%80%9Dx14%E2%80%9D-snare-drum.204048/
I think the comments here on the future of retail are legit, @red66charger. Especially after hearing of your experience this morning. What an indictment of today’s retail mindset.
iTunes? Amazon? Terrestrial radio? The entire newspaper industry? If you own a brick-based retail establishment and...
Ever consider a custom made cymbal? I had a great experience with Mike Mongiello of Mongiello Cymbals. Give him a call and talk to him about what you’re after. He might be able to help you out.
https://mongiellocymbals.com/