Members tamabanger Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 i was looking around for a few things because my wonderful gf decided she wants to buy me a snare (for some reason she won't buy me cymbals which is what i really want/need) but hey, a free snare is a free snare and well i saw this beauty LUDWIG APRIL 4TH 1960 TRANSITION BADGE SNARE at my local shop and wanted a second opinion on the price and if its worth it. i trust the drumguy at the store, really cool honest, helpful dude but i figured it couldnt hurt to ask someone here. thx in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Cross Eyed Mary Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 That's a kickass snare, but for that price you could get something cooler. You can get a Jazzfest with the same shell for alot less. Or better yet, get a Black Beauty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Carminemw Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 expensive...you can do better... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 6topher Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 very nice drum - asking entirely too much. My early 60's Pioneer cost a little less than 200 IIRC and while not a transition badge it is pretty early & clean. Also, those 6 luggers can be a real challenge to tune - I agree, if you want a vintage ludwig wood snare for that kind of money look at 8 lug Jazzfests. Should be able to get one for around 300 or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tamabanger Posted May 25, 2010 Author Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 damn it, you guys had to go and use reason with me ITS JUST SO PURDY! but i guess you are right i could probably get something better for that price or just something just as good cheaper. i really just wanted a snare that would stand out ahahaha yes i am vain but arent we all?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BeakerArk Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 $500 for that? Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cearleywine Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 Pretty high for a 6 lugger, you could get two amazing used snares at that price. The other night I heard such a custom beauty, solid stave with rerings 5.5x14. Dry but articulate with great snare response, no muffling and extremely dynamic. It made me think I need a super high quality wood snare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kmart Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 I agree: Too high for that drum, and if you're going to spend $500 and don't already have one, I will simply say "HAND HAMMERED BLACK BEAUTY". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lossforgain Posted May 25, 2010 Members Share Posted May 25, 2010 Agreed with the other suggestions here about the black beauty, or save some bucks with the chrome over brass version. Those are under 4 bills. If you really want a vintage 6 lug Ludwig Pioneer, I've got one in natural maple (refinished) I could sell you for less than half of the one in that ad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tamabanger Posted May 26, 2010 Author Members Share Posted May 26, 2010 thanks a lot guys and thx for the offer lossforgain, i will look at other options for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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