LUDWIG NEW YORKER 1960's

[sbarrett1106]

Here's my kit with 12x22 bass drum. It's a pre-serial badge with date stamped in the shell FEB. 6 1963. Clear maple interior. Love this kit! The bass drum is like no other!
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Thanks, Patrick! I cannot wait to get mine!

 

[sbarrett1106]

I used to use my New Yorker at church about a year ago during the pandemic when we had church outside every Sunday. Mic'd (or unmic'd) they sound great! The church has a house kit (a lower line dw kit) and I much preferred my 60's kits over it, so I brought my own drums whenever I was scheduled to play.

Incredible feedback! I too will be using mine in Church. The kit I am purchasing is similar to yours in that mine is about a 1965 or 1966 (I believe). I am sure that I will love them (as you do)

 

[patrickwitherow]

Thanks, Patrick! I cannot wait to get mine!

When I saw my kit for sale, I almost didn't buy it because of the 12x22! I did a little research and 'YouTubing' and my mind changed very quickly. Glad I got them because they aren't all that common and they sound so nice. You will enjoy them, just please post pics for us to see!

 

[sbarrett1106]

When I saw my kit for sale, I almost didn't buy it because of the 12x22! I did a little research and 'YouTubing' and my mind changed very quickly. Glad I got them because they aren't all that common and they sound so nice. You will enjoy them, just please post pics for us to see!

Absolutely!

 

[sbarrett1106]

I hope everyone can see these two quick shots. This is the kit that I was discussing that I decided to go ahead and purchase! Let me know your thoughts.

 

[JDA]

looks new but isn't I know that..

 

[sbarrett1106]

looks new but isn't I know that..

My sentiments exactly! It was kept in amazing condition.

 

[b/o 402]

Stunning! I’d love to see the interiors.

 

[sbarrett1106]

Stunning! I’d love to see the interiors.

Thank you! I’ll take a few shots. I’m contemplating on heads now. I love the sound of a two ply. Thoughts?

 

[JDA]

My sentiments exactly! It was kept in amazing condition.

Now you have to chose a snare.

 

[JDA]

I love the sound of a two ply. Thoughts?

don't drill for Pearl tom holders.
Stay with period heads emperors diplomats or ambassadors;
but that would be me

 

[sbarrett1106]

Now you have to chose a snare.

I have plenty, lol. I’m thinking about a 1920’s NOB heavy 2pc

 

[JDA]

I have plenty, lol. I’m thinking about a 1920’s NOB heavy 2pc

pretty loud

 

[sbarrett1106]

don't drill for Pearl tom holders.
Stay with period heads emperors diplomats or ambassadors;
but that would be me

No drilling whatsoever!!!!! Emperor coated or clear?

 

[JDA]

Emperor coated or clear?

come on man. Clear heads on a vintage Ludwig? wouldn't be me. Do you have a Supraphonic.

 

[sbarrett1106]

come on man. Clear heads on a vintage Ludwig? wouldn't be me. Do you have a Supraphonic.

LOL!! I know, I know!!! Yeah, I have a LM-402 and 400

 

[JDA]

400
You're a jazz drummer now
a New Yorker ; )
you have a sizzle cymbal? 20?
they're not Pearl XLR's

 

[sbarrett1106]

400
You're a jazz drummer now
a New Yorker ; )
you have a sizzle cymbal? 20?
they're not Pearl XLR's

Lol! I’m not that yet! I do have a sizzle cymbal but I don’t know if I need that just yet.

 

[K.O.]

Emperor coated or clear?

Split the difference, smooth white Emps. My favorite "Rock" heads.

I had a transition badge Super Ludwig to go with mine but in the past year or so also scored a TB Red Sparkle Super Classic snare to go with mine too. A red sparkle Jazz Fest or Super Classic or Downbeat (I have all three) would work nicely with those.

 

[Stretch Riedle]

Late to this conversation. My "New Yorker" is a little different. I used a 12x20 marching bass drum [WFL I think] and matched it with an 8x12 and 14x14. Rewrapped in Oyster Blue Pearl. I LOVE my 12x20 and won't get rid of it. GREAT sound and cool size. Now I want to find a 12x22 bass drum.
Stretch