Sinclair
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OK 12 gazillion with a stipulation that the buyer doesn't actually play it on a gig...or play it ever, you could scratch it and loose a gazillion on resale.
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Wow...Steve Maxwell selling customers 20 year collection part 1
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Skins_in_the_game
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I played on this kit alll the time before I sold it to Donn.
he said he would set it up and play it as well when he could find the time.
That snare sounded so very good. I really miss it most of all.
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he said he would set it up and play it as well when he could find the time.
That snare sounded so very good. I really miss it most of all.
Ludwig and Ludwig 1941 Top Hat and Cane “Swing Sensation” Complete Set, Best Ever! | Donn Bennett's Drum Vault | Reverb
Ludwig and Ludwig 1941 Top Hat and Cane “Swing Sensation” Complete Set, Best Ever!! This is the finest example of a Ludwig and Ludwig Top Hat and Cane “Swing Sensation” drum set I have ever encountered. I know I’ve said this about other Top Hat sets but this one has clearly raised the bar. T...
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Trilock_Gurtu
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I messaged Steve about the kit. $9500.00.
Beautiful. Less than I thought.
If me and Sinc drain both our bank accounts put em together we could afford it.
markrocks68
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Fantastic Steve as usual 
I already have the Mardi Gras.
I want that 40's 24" Gretsch kit!
I already have the Mardi Gras.
I want that 40's 24" Gretsch kit!
I'm always interested to see these pre-1950's kit when they come up for sale though my interest is primarily 60's and 70's Ludwigs. I see kits like this Gretsch Broadcaster and say, a Ludwig Top Hat and Cane drum and think they are really nice to look at but not so functional considering the high cost of them. Are these type of kits more " eye candy" for the collector?
Appreciate opinions so I can understand them a little more...thanks!
Appreciate opinions so I can understand them a little more...thanks!
Gretsch were ahead of their time- in the modernity sense- the 40s sets are almost Practical enough to haul to a Modern gig with near no modification and they aren't all expensive.
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there's nothing (missing) on that set (design) (above-look at it) that isn't on a new one today. They were Gig Ready (clubs=- New York) ahead of their time
...spurs, tom holder, hoops, ft legs... everything was modern (whereas Sling Lug might still be using basket to hold floortoms and bracket here and there' mounts...)
Gretsch were Jazz and that was the cutting edge of the time for actual gig performance Ready near no different than today.
So eye candy yea to some but ready to gig yes (still) in 2021.
that's how I see it. No funny sizes.. (no 11" toms etc..
Disappearing spurs was a Gretsch thing back then (not "clip ons") .. Gig ready. For the modern Music of the day. And surprise still today.
I'll make the prediction again. By 2030 (no we won't be eating bugs well; some will) Gretsch will reinstate that Lug on a Broadkaster set and kick their sales into another decade. Maybe 2035. I think they are holding a few cards still.. (quite a few cards to be played; those Oriental pearls) (the) cats will slowly be left.... out of the bag..... In time.
(compare the white set above in modernity to this)
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and I sorta know which one I'm packing to take to Saturdays outdoor jazz-rock afternoon gig.
the practical one. : )
even if you want to a little earlier with Gretsch not that anyone's ever seen this era set..
still resembles modern
(think that's a Gretsch-Gladstone set..) 1939 ish 36? who knows.
Art's livin' it up.
cymbals look practical-ly positioned.
for example this set here:
Gretsch 22/13/16/6.5x14" Drum Set - 40s WMP | Steve Maxwell Drums - Chicago | Reverb
Incredible 40s era Gretsch kit 9x13, 16x16, 14x22, 6.5x14. Wonderful fat, warm Gretsch sound. 40s era 'rocket lugs" for that great art deco look. This set is a ONE OWNER kit. It's all there, no issue, and all original. Fantastic for live gigs and wonderful in the studio. These are exceedingly r...
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there's nothing (missing) on that set (design) (above-look at it) that isn't on a new one today. They were Gig Ready (clubs=- New York) ahead of their time
...spurs, tom holder, hoops, ft legs... everything was modern (whereas Sling Lug might still be using basket to hold floortoms and bracket here and there' mounts...)
Gretsch were Jazz and that was the cutting edge of the time for actual gig performance Ready near no different than today.
So eye candy yea to some but ready to gig yes (still) in 2021.
that's how I see it. No funny sizes.. (no 11" toms etc..
Disappearing spurs was a Gretsch thing back then (not "clip ons") .. Gig ready. For the modern Music of the day. And surprise still today.
I'll make the prediction again. By 2030 (no we won't be eating bugs well; some will) Gretsch will reinstate that Lug on a Broadkaster set and kick their sales into another decade. Maybe 2035. I think they are holding a few cards still.. (quite a few cards to be played; those Oriental pearls) (the) cats will slowly be left.... out of the bag..... In time.
(compare the white set above in modernity to this)
Leedy 1940s Vintage Drum Set 1940s Duco | Porcelain Train Gear Depot | Reverb
Very nice 1940's vintage Leedy drum set. This is similar to the "Swingster" outfit, 28 bass, 13, 14 mounted toms. The set features a 12 rod singIe tension 28" Spartan bass drum, 13 and 14" mounted toms with tunable top and tack bottom. I don't believe these drums were born together, as the duco p...
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the practical one. : )
even if you want to a little earlier with Gretsch not that anyone's ever seen this era set..
still resembles modern
(think that's a Gretsch-Gladstone set..) 1939 ish 36? who knows.
Art's livin' it up.
cymbals look practical-ly positioned.
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Art in a rare pic with a Rocket Lug 5" snare (1953 time date) (drum looks like from 1949)
look at that ride cymbal stare at that ride cymbal.. smooth. SEE THE KEYHOLE. It's Moved..that's metal against cymbal..That calf head is tucked down stretch tight..That oriental pearl again and who can read the name or recognize on that snare stand. : )
The song to go along->
look at that ride cymbal stare at that ride cymbal.. smooth. SEE THE KEYHOLE. It's Moved..that's metal against cymbal..That calf head is tucked down stretch tight..That oriental pearl again and who can read the name or recognize on that snare stand. : )
The song to go along->
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Wow, that blue kit is a stunner. With the 24?! So fine.
musiqman
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That is what I mean.
So they keep pricing on the low. I don’t like that kind of sales.
Like why not share it. Unless you want to drive up prices per interestee.
I should have bought this 40’s Gretsch 13/16/24 for €1948,- when it was available 5 years ago here.
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2015
same set? just came acrost it..
same set? just came acrost it..
Bill II, The Chief, told me they were made to be played and enjoyed so take them out and play and enjoy them. After all, isn't that why you have them.
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Vintage Leedy Drum Set 1940 White Marine Pearl - 28/13/14/16/8x14 | Steve Maxwell Drums - New York | Reverb
Amazing, time capsule. 1940 Leedy Drum Set in White Marine Pearl with 13" and 14" clip on rack toms, 16x16 floor tom, 14x28 bass drum and an 8x14 snare drum, all 3 ply drums with reinforcement rings. Please examine the photos closely for additional condition information and PLEASE message us...
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musiqman
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You do know that that listing is 7 months old, and not posted recently?Class Act
Vintage Leedy Drum Set 1940 White Marine Pearl - 28/13/14/16/8x14 | Steve Maxwell Drums - New York | Reverb
Amazing, time capsule. 1940 Leedy Drum Set in White Marine Pearl with 13" and 14" clip on rack toms, 16x16 floor tom, 14x28 bass drum and an 8x14 snare drum, all 3 ply drums with reinforcement rings. Please examine the photos closely for additional condition information and PLEASE message us...
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Same era as the 47 Gretsch
I'm digging those cymbal holders.
Same era as the 47 Gretsch
I'm digging those cymbal holders.
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I see what you mean, JDA, thanks!Gretsch were ahead of their time- in the modernity sense- the 40s sets are almost Practical enough to haul to a Modern gig with near no modification and they aren't all expensive.
for example this set here:
Gretsch 22/13/16/6.5x14" Drum Set - 40s WMP | Steve Maxwell Drums - Chicago | Reverb
Incredible 40s era Gretsch kit 9x13, 16x16, 14x22, 6.5x14. Wonderful fat, warm Gretsch sound. 40s era 'rocket lugs" for that great art deco look. This set is a ONE OWNER kit. It's all there, no issue, and all original. Fantastic for live gigs and wonderful in the studio. These are exceedingly r...
there's nothing (missing) on that set (design) (above-look at it) that isn't on a new one today. They were Gig Ready (clubs=- New York) ahead of their time
...spurs, tom holder, hoops, ft legs... everything was modern (whereas Sling Lug might still be using basket to hold floortoms and bracket here and there' mounts...)
Gretsch were Jazz and that was the cutting edge of the time for actual gig performance Ready near no different than today.
So eye candy yea to some but ready to gig yes (still) in 2021.
that's how I see it. No funny sizes.. (no 11" toms etc..
Disappearing spurs was a Gretsch thing back then (not "clip ons") .. Gig ready. For the modern Music of the day. And surprise still today.
I'll make the prediction again. By 2030 (no we won't be eating bugs well; some will) Gretsch will reinstate that Lug on a Broadkaster set and kick their sales into another decade. Maybe 2035. I think they are holding a few cards still.. (quite a few cards to be played; those Oriental pearls) (the) cats will slowly be left.... out of the bag..... In time.
(compare the white set above in modernity to this)
and I sorta know which one I'm packing to take to Saturdays outdoor jazz-rock afternoon gig.Leedy 1940s Vintage Drum Set 1940s Duco | Porcelain Train Gear Depot | Reverb
Very nice 1940's vintage Leedy drum set. This is similar to the "Swingster" outfit, 28 bass, 13, 14 mounted toms. The set features a 12 rod singIe tension 28" Spartan bass drum, 13 and 14" mounted toms with tunable top and tack bottom. I don't believe these drums were born together, as the duco p...
the practical one. : )
even if you want to a little earlier with Gretsch not that anyone's ever seen this era set..
still resembles modern
(think that's a Gretsch-Gladstone set..) 1939 ish 36? who knows.
Art's livin' it up.
cymbals look practical-ly positioned.
stinkingbadges
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Same with golf, except I have no awards or trophies and sold my clubs. My followers all applauded that move tho!
stinkingbadges
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Imo, I think it is the same for collectors of many things. First requirement is you have an appreciation for the object. Second, you have the finances to buy what makes you happy. For all we know the guy might be a killer player who has an eye for beauty. This collection is one of a kind I think. I mean, what's the difference between this guy and Bun E? He has or had warehouses of drums that he enjoyed having. I don't think there is much difference except he probably played all of his.
