Ludwig Classic Oak 22/13/16 in Tennessee Whiskey

[Masecar]

I make demonstration videos for 2112 Percussion when I'm not teaching (which... isn't currently), and the shop recently received a sizeable shipment of Ludwig drum kits, including this Classic Oak that immediately caught my eye with its matching inner and outer finish. Turns out these drums sound pretty awesome, too.

My Yamaha Birch Absolutes are my gold standard for how I personally want a drum kit to sound, and these are the closest thing that I've heard out of Ludwig. The oak makes the sound come out a little quicker, I think, and the shells are thinner than the typical Classic Maple, so I'm into the way these drums sound.

Recorded in my studio, which is a converted 2-car garage. RE20 and 47fet clone on kick, American SM57 snare top, MD441 snare bottom, MD421 U5 on toms, KM184 on hats (not high in the mix), AKG 414 ULS overheads, and AEA R84 room mics. It's always a little bit shocking that it takes this many mics to capture the sound of these drums as I hear it when I'm playing them, but there you have it.

 

[Mendozart]

I was wondering why I was seeing that 2112 Percussion banner in the background of some of your videos. You and the kit sound great Ryan!

 

[David Hunter]

Agreed. This is an excellent drum demo. They sound great, as does your playing.

 

[Matched Gripper]

I make demonstration videos for 2112 Percussion when I'm not teaching (which... isn't currently), and the shop recently received a sizeable shipment of Ludwig drum kits, including this Classic Oak that immediately caught my eye with its matching inner and outer finish. Turns out these drums sound pretty awesome, too.

My Yamaha Birch Absolutes are my gold standard for how I personally want a drum kit to sound, and these are the closest thing that I've heard out of Ludwig. The oak makes the sound come out a little quicker, I think, and the shells are thinner than the typical Classic Maple, so I'm into the way these drums sound.

Recorded in my studio, which is a converted 2-car garage. RE20 and 47fet clone on kick, American SM57 snare top, MD441 snare bottom, MD421 U5 on toms, KM184 on hats (not high in the mix), AKG 414 ULS overheads, and AEA R84 room mics. It's always a little bit shocking that it takes this many mics to capture the sound of these drums as I hear it when I'm playing them, but there you have it.

Nice playing, but, those drums sound pretty dead in that recording, especially the bass drum.

 

[Masecar]

Nice playing, but, those drums sound pretty dead in that recording, especially the bass drum.

Couldn't tell you why. There was no muffling on any of them, and the Emp/Amb tom heads and P3s that they come with from the factory.

 

[sonnyflint]

Very nice playing. You’ve captured the audio very well. I’m based in London, United Kingdom. Four weeks ago I ordered the Pro Beat sizes in this drum kit from the Ludwig factory in Monroe. I’ve been told it will take about 3 months to get them. Your video and another video with Christopher Bounds II demonstrating really sold the kit for me. Such a beautiful colour in the wood too. I have some other vintage Ludwig drums, but this will be the first brand new purchase. They had a kit with 22” bass drum size already in the drum shop here which I could have had next day delivery, but I already have two Ludwig kits with 22” so I thought it’s worth the wait to get the 24” bass drum. So excited to be getting these, and hope we can get gigs happening again soon. Oh, also bought the last brand new Ludwig Hammered Bronze Phonic 14x8 snare drum here in the UK. Had to get one as Ludwig have ceased production of all bronze snare drums a month ago. The snare drum came the other day. It sounds incredible! Happy drumming.

 

[Toast Tee]

Great playing, and great players make the kit.
That sounds like the kit that would eliminate 90% of Gaff tape ssles. But, you probably just have them tuned well.
They do have a pretty dead sound, and that's desirable to many drummers.
As for the tape comment, I understand using moon gel/tape/whatever to get specialized sounds, especially on a snare for a recording once in a while.
I don't understand why people spend a fortune on a kit, and put tape all over it?

 

[sonnyflint]

How long does Ludwig take from point of order to delivery for a custom order? Update. I had news that my Ludwig Classic Oak drums 24,16,13 have arrived at the drum shop here in the UK and they will be shipped to me on Monday. That is quite incredible. 7-week turnaround from point of order to getting them delivered to my door. Considering the issues with the pandemic and our ridiculous Brexit customs problems we are experiencing, it's an outstanding service from Ludwig. I will post photos next week.

 

[sonnyflint]

Ludwig Classic Oak. Pro Beat sizes, arrived in the post on Tuesday. I must say they are awesome. They look and sound bigger in real life.

 

[gretschdrummer]

Ludwig Classic Oak. Pro Beat sizes, arrived in the post on Tuesday. I must say they are awesome. They look and sound bigger in real life.

Very pretty!!!!

Especially with clear hands to see the interior

 

[earteaga]

Nice demo

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Eddie