1728 NORTH DAMEN AVE «+ CHICAGO 47, ILL. catalog no. 6Ouluig -50 years of fatthfil sewice GT oe to he music wold ..... vonwia PERSONNEL Ww. F. Lupwic Ja. & Sx. planning new production rolls ite plan Wm. F. Ludwig Jr. & S of either hard bright” nickel or glistening “triple” chrome plated metal parts,THE LUDWIG STORY— 5O GOLDEN YEARS OF DRUM PROGRESS Today the name LUDWIG is without a doubt the MOST FAMOUS NAME ON DRUMS. Fifty golden years of rogress and development have established this fact. A Bo» sour, Mid-West Sale o Daver Davionon, Werern Sole ie Wee Sates “OUNDED IN 1909 by the firms active president, Wm. F, Gill) Ludwig and his brother ‘Theobald, the Ludwis & Ludwig Co. first oper ated from a barn on Chicago's west side, Since the Luawig brothers were both professional drum: mets, they used their knowledge as performing musicians to develop a line of quality drummers instruments. They manufactured the first upright- post pedal ever built, and introduced the first all ‘metal separate tension snare drum in America, From this humble beginning the Ludwig Drum Co. has continued co advance as the worlds lead ing manufacturer of percussion instruments. Many outstanding FIRSTS have been added to the long. list of Ludwig achievements: the first pedal tym= pani mace in America; ball bearing drum pedals; double and triple-flanged hoops; chromatic bell ete we eziEE 5 2 ona The Ludwig fectory in 1959 . eLadw, DRUM CO. {38.52 Damen Ave Chicago 47, Illinois Telephone: ARmitage 6-3301 Iyra; complete crum outfits; piston bugles with horizontal valve and the throw-off snare release are among the most notable, ‘Theobald Ludwig passed away in 1918 leaving Win, F. Ludwig to carry on the business. In the Spring of 1938, Bill Jr., another “drumming Ludwig” joined the firm, With this great father and son team the Ludwig Drum Co. has led the ‘ay in the development of percussion instruments The Ludwig Co. is continually expanding their facilities to better serve the growing demand for Ludwig products. Today, the Ludwig plant is the world’s largest, devoting the entire production to drums and drummers instruments. You are cor dlally invited to visit the Ludwig Drum Co. any me you are in Chicago, Here you will see ‘master craftsmen of long experience building instruments of the finest quality This year Wm. F. Ludwig Sr., and the Ludwig Drum Co. are celebrating two important ooca- sions: 50 years of progress and faithful service to the music world and Mr, Ludwig's 50th birthday Yes, at 80 years of age, Wm. F. Ludwig along with his son Bill Je. continue to personally super- vise the manufacture of Luxiwig products as they hhave done over the past half century. Prices effective June I, 1959, BOB. Factory—Subject to change without notice. Federal excise tax extra Page 1HERE, AT LAST, IS THE ANSWER TO EVERY DRUMMER’S DREAM! Its magnificent drum that speaks with a whisper or a mighty roar. Tone, action, response is well-suited for every type orstyle of drumming from modern progressive jazz to the concest band or orchestra! The Ludwig all-metal snare drum is actually treasured by percussionists be~ cause of its versatility its readiness ‘There's a proud heritage behind this 1 reaches back thirty years. The old-timers will tell you “There's nothing like a METAL shell model... . one for crispness” and the moderns, like fabulous Joe Morello, echo back “Man it cuts through like erazy!™ Page 2 The Super-Ludwi shell construction is one solid piece of brass, beaded in the center and flanged in at the edges for triple strength, Self-aligning lugs are notched to hug the shell. The simplified strainer really works. .. instant throw- off of tension control when you want it! Triple flange hoops provide a solid rim shot every time’ ‘The New Super-Ludwi is for today’s No. 400-5" x 14” All-metal Super-Ludwig, all All-metal Super-Ludwig, ch lacquer shell. fx 14" Alls 4’ x 14° Chro modem drummer who demands the superior instrument . . . perfectly de- signed for years of trout ‘The new Super-Ludwie is now avail nes: the 5° x 14” colo work and the 644" x 14° able in two popular si for added volume and full resonance. are supplied with top uality matched plastic heads, Both mod: me plates Federal Excise Tax ExtraAdvanced, modern design and quality construction has made this model the ch coast to coast. The sturdy laminated shell blends genuine African mahogany with select maple pancls and is rein- forced with rock-maple glue rings to provide the strongest shell possible. Featuring the new improved Classie throw- off, streamlined self-seating tension casings, the Ludwig original triple-flanged counterhoops, and matched heads, the SUPER CLASSIC is truly an instrument of unsur- passed quality in appearance and design, of top professionals from Nickel Chrome No. 9001 —544" x 14” Choice of Lacquer Colors. sp... $74.00 $80.00 84.00 90.00 No. 900P —514” x 14° Choice of Pearl Finishes. Federal Excise Tax Exsra THE “Symphonie ” MODEL ‘The symphonic artist settles for no less than the best and this model features the best! Traditional Ludwig hand crafted shell . . . sturdy yet light in weight, sixteen self- aligning tension casings, beautiful Classic throw-off, original Ludwig triple flanged hoops, and 18 strand coiled wire ‘snares make this the most artistic band and orchestra drum in the world. All metal parts are highly polished and plated to a listening lustre for years of lasting beauty. You'll improve your section with a complete set of acoustically correct “Symphonic” model concert drums . . . the drum with the concert sound and the classic appearance. Nickel Chrome No. 9021 — 614" x 14” Choice of Lacquer Colors,..... -... $77.00 $83.00 Ne. 902P — 644" x 14” Choice of Pearl Colors. = 5 87.00 93.00 Federal Excise Tax Extra co. 1728 No. Damen Ave. + Chicago 47, Illinois Page 3The “SCHOOL FESTIVAL" Mod. ‘A. gual coner rum davgne expel or. the sco} band and orchestra The "Festival ie acoustically built to provide the Correct response and volume for concert hall performance, Spec: ifeations: sturdy Tamnated. shell reinforced with. rock-mal Due rings, 16 se-aliening tension casines, positive “deep-dron Share throw-off, orignal tiplesfanged oops, matched head ‘Available in your chelze of pearl, laequer oF mahogany fishes. Nickel Chrome 12614" x 147 (M) Mahogany or ( Lacquer. Ne. 914-614" x 15" s+ $9900 47500 yo (U Lacauer, 71.90.... 7700 No, 16-8" x 15° (M4) (L) Locaur. 7400.... $0.00 Peotl finishes, ext ia wares, extra... 42.00, Wiregut snares, extra... 300 Federal Exelse Tux Exira ‘The “JAZZ FESTIVAL” Moae! ‘The choice of top jazz artists from coast to coast. Popular ‘hell width provides saeppy. crisp response demanded In 1oday’s Imodern.arsangements. An elfecive simplified throv-of offers Years of instant trouble-free snare control. Supplied with & ‘Seaming seltaligning tension casings, the ordeal triple-fanged oops, and matched THIN heads, Nickel Chrome Mo, 90815" x 14" Choice of Lacquer Colors. $65.00 §71.00 Ne, 998°_5° x 16" Choice of Pearl Finihes.. 75.00 81.00 Federal Excise Tax Extra The “PIONEER” moa: ere isthe leader in the low priced field, avilable in to pppulas Shes 3018 for dance and Slo concert work and the 7 14° {or general concert ue. The Proncer”Toatures Ludwig sturdy Temata abel ronforod wih Fock glue ng 3 5 ing cnsion easina, tpleonged hoops snd the new large Monee” thron-cif, Here trae value ins student ine fst rent Availabe in choise of pea, lacquer or mehogany finishes ‘Nickel "Chrome Mo, 4915 x 14" (ND Mahogany or (Ly Lecqver. $4900 $3400 No. 490634 14” (vt) Mahogany or (5 Lacquer 51.50... 560 Pear finishes, extra.....$10.00 Gut snares, exra. Wire-eut snares, extra. 3.00 Federal Excise Tax Extra The “AUDITORIUM” Model ‘The new “Auditorium” model is dosizned to provide the schoo! band and orchestra with @ high-quality concert snare drum at = ‘mediurp-range price. Correctly jwoportioned for enncert us, it comes equipped with § saifallgning tension casings, Lucwig’s Orieinal triple fansed hoops, and the new large “Pioneer” throw Off for inant snare adjument, Available in choice of pearl, Trequer or mahogany finishes. “An ouistanding value im the concert fel Nickel Chrome Me. 470-4460 «14 (MD Mabosany or Lacauer.. $6150 $67.50 ease (80 Mahony oF (1) Lacquer sees 6880. 7180 Nes 72-8 15") Mahogany oF A AL) Lacquer Ser ee Pear finishes, extra...--$1000 Gut snares, extra... .§2.00, Wiresgut snares, extra.... 2.00 Federal Exeise Tax Fxira Ludwig DRUM Page 4fudwig FAMOUS SNARE DRUMS The “JAZZ-COMBO" Model ‘This epecial separate tension model wat designed for small conibes and the studio musician. A small head diameter plus Barrow shal provides, « csp Hit-ptched sound ‘made eka Sensitive to the tone’ tension casings are selfsligning a Pisced horironially On the shel to provide the sume head clears Ence ee larger models. ‘The positwe action of the ""Ploneer™ hrowoft offers instant snare adjustment. Micke! Chrome Ne, 9051—3" x 13" Choiee of Lacquer Finishes $46.00 $32.00 No. 9053" x 13° Choice of Peat! Finishes... 5409.... 49.00 The “ DOWNBEAT! ‘The “Downbeat” offers all the sdyanta pilus the addled volame end tone of «| SeiCallaning tension casings sre horizont Ihead clearance. The original trile-lange throw-off are added quality features. Tais model {deal for the traveling artist where space 4 problem. Mickel Chrome We. sos." x 14" Choice of Lacuer Colors. $39.00 $5800 Ne.goer—# x14" Choice of Peal Fines. e400... 7000 exctusive SHELL ORIGINAL Triple ‘constmucTiON so Hanged Daten Ludvig's hand evafted fe ‘Meal alee bat boon ieee ee ie er ee thee and cn 0 reread Mode mated ci San atari oametoe ae Sule ed pines Sime onal Taco ‘eer prion oma etl Sa it oes ‘Teper sei ar The “LAS VEGAS” mode! “This increasingly popular model combines the higher pitch ofthe 13" diameter head withthe greater volume of 4° shell Six sell- alieining tension casings are. mounted. horizontally for proper fread clearance. Ladwis's tripie-fansed hoops, “Pioneer strainer sd matehed heads provide years of trouble-iee satisfied service Nickel Chrome Mo, 90714" x 13” Choice of Lacquer Colors. $53.00 $60.00 Ne. 9078-4" x 13° Choice of Pearl Finishes. 59.00.... 65.00 SUPER PORTO-PAK” Model Designed for the drummer desiring a 13" diameter dance drum wih extra volume ofa Shel, Here tradional Law ‘quality fenturing 6 Fallsived streamlined selfsligning. tension Shsinge, triple-Ranged hoops, standard deep-dcop throw and foiled wire tnappy snares. Ideal for large combo or small dance band work. Nickel Chrome 5" x 13" Choice of Lacquer Colors, $62.00 $68.00 5" x13" Choice of Peal Finishes... 72.00... 78.00 PERFECTION IN ‘SNARE TONE Sie lacs Joe face soit wih Matfer thet vbrp. oe _ GO. 1728 No. Damen Ave.sChicago 47, Ilinois Page 5LEARN DRUMMING FASTI.... with your adwig DRUM KIT; EQUIP YOURSELF WITH THE PROPER Start Building Your Outfit NOW with INSTRUMENT FOR ALL TYPES OF DRUMMING Re LOG ram ‘The new Ludwig DRUM KIT contains everything for the student drummer in one attractive hard shell, plush-lined case. Compact and easy to carry, this smart looking outfit is ideal for school and home use. The separate tension drum and chrome plated stand provide the proper instrument for concert band and orchestra and at the same time serves as a start for a complete dance outfit, The heavy duty practice pad and extension rod fit on the snare stand base, providing the ideal practice setup. No. 2442 COMPLETE DRUMMERS KIT as shown $92.50 COMPLETE DRUM KIT INCLUDES: No. 491 5’ x 14” snare drum in choice of mahogany or multi-color finish $ 49.00 (Supplied in Mahogany unless lzequer color specie) Ne. 1363 Chrome platsd “Flat Base” snarestand 9.95, No. 355 All metal practice pad... . 4,50 No. 355E Practice pad extension rod . 1.00 No. 190 Rubber covered wire brushes 2.00 No. 2B Drum sticks, ps Hae, 186 No. 1080 Jazz Drumming Instructor - 1.00 No. 1060 Complete Drum Instructor. . . 1.00 No.1 Rudimental Drum Record . 3.00 No, 8025 Hard Shell Plush-Lined Case. . _ 24,00 Total $96.45 No, 2442 Ludwig Drum Kit as shown . $92.50 Federal Tax Extra DE LUXE DRUMMER KIT Thhe De Luxe Kit contain all of the above items, bat is supplied withthe No, 900PC Sig" 14" Super Cassie Snate Drum in choice of pear finish, enrame plated hardware and luxurious new Super Case with its striking back leathoretitenod binding for mast mum protection and years of eye-catching appeal No. 2444—DE LUXE KIT......+...-$190.00 No. 8026 Super Case with 4 Leather Binding $32.00 Page 6ECONOMY adwig DRUM KITS No, 2445-JUNIOR CONCERT KIT. . . . $60.00 A quality low-priced kit supplied with 5" x 14" concert snare {drum in mahogany oF choiee oF mUIt- 16” Tom Tom, Peati and Logs. 7A1 Reiracting Double Tom For Holder. - 1121 Sock Pedal’ chrome Ne. 1263 Flat Base deum stand, chrome. 1400 Flat Base cymbal stand, chroms @ 39.95... — 1=No. 201. Speed Kine pedal 41308 Shell Mount Folding Spurs, pair 193, Wire brushes... 5 318 Buddy Rich dra siicks Total...This popular outfit has proven itself with top professionals everywhere. Superb design and craftsmanship with built-in quality to mect every exacting demand. Outfit fee new all-metal Super Ludwig snare drum acclaimed for its crisp, live tone, Shell mount holders and spurs provide instant setup. Modern flat base stands famous Ludwig Speed King pedal are included, (Avaitable with marching pearl snare drum at the same price) No. 980P Super Classic Outfit. Choice of Pearl Finishes, Less Cymbals No. 980PC Super Classic Outfit, Choice of Pearl Finishes, with all hardware chrome pla d, d-Bxclse Tax Extra Cymbals Are Not Ine |W" 14" tom tor may be substitute ot no change in price — specify! 1728 No. Damen Ave. Chicago 47, Illinois Ne, 1 No, 1=No. 1No. IN, TaN. 1 No, 1 Ne. IN. OUTFIT WHITE MARINE PEARL ILLUSTRATED 400. 5’ x 14" All-Metal Snare... 922 14” x 22" Bass Drum, peat aap 9 x 13" Tom 9507 om, peat 6" x 16" Tom Tom, Pearl and Legs. ‘i 742 Shell Mount Tom Tom Helder. 1121 High Hat Pedal Stand. 1363 Flat Base Snare Drum Stand, 1400 Floor Stand Cymbal Holder 1372 Shell Mount Cymbal Holder 129. 3° Clear Tone Cow Bell, 133, Single Cow Bell Holder 201 Speed King Pedal - 1305 Folding Spurs, shell mount 191 Red Rubber Brushes, 318 Buddy Rich model sticks, TOTAL VALUE. . Page 19The outt ‘A modern, compact outfit featuring the latest in drum sizes with 4” x 14° snare, 14” x 20” bass, 8" x 12" and 14" x 14" tom toms. Ideal for the progres sive drummer playing “one-nighi all of Ludwig's top quality featun flanged hoops, shell mount holders and spurs, fi bbase stands and the great blue “Speed-Mastcr” pedal *.” Incorporates including: triple Following lists in pearl finish: T=No, 906P—2" x 14° “Downbeat” —_ Nickel ‘neve rum 1—No. 920P—14" 520" Cassio Bass drum 1—No, 94278" x 12" Classic tom tom... 1No. 948P—14" x 14" tom tom with logs mounted. =Ne, 782 —Shell mount tom tom holde |—No. 1372—Shell mount jmbal hoger |—Ne. 1400—Floor siand’ gym holder z |—No. 1369-—Flat base snare drum No. 1121—High bat Sock éyaibal 1=No. 123 —Cow bell holder 1=No. 129 —5* Clear tone cow bell 1—No. 205 —Blve Speed-Mastzr pedal Nickel Chowne 1 pr.—Ne. 1305—Shell mount folding spurs. 1 pr—No. 191 —Red rubber wire brushes, 1 pe Ne. ‘OYSTER PINK PEARL ILLUSTRATED No, 9881—“DOWNBEAT™ Outfit, choice of lacquer colors, less eymbals, No, 988P—“DOWNBEAT” Outfit, choice of pear, less eymbals Federal Excise Tax Extra The Outtit ‘A new three piece outfit featuring the popular all- metal Super Ludwig snare drum. The compact 12" x22? bass and 8" x 12" tom tom provide handling case for the jobbing drummer. Disappearing cymbal holder places the ride cymbal in ideal playing position. Shell mount holders and spurs, flat base stands and the famous Speed King pedal are added avait features. Listed in pearl as follows: 400 —5*x 14” Allmetal snare Micke! dru - 921P—12" x 22° Classic base ‘drum, 942P—8" x 12° Classic tom tom, 762 —Shel! mount tom tom holder - 1380— Disappearing oma holder 133 —Cow tail holder 129 —5" Cow bel » 201 —Spred King pedal 1400—Floor stand cymbal holdetecrsses 1363—Fla: bass snare dren ‘and 1121—High hai sock cymbal and 1905—Shell mount folding spars 3A —Snare drum sticks 191 —Re¢ rubber wire brushes Ne. 9861—NEW YORKER Out, choles of Total lacquer colors less cymbals No. 986P-NEW YORKER Outfit, choice of pearl, less cymbals. SPARKLING SILVER PEARL ILLUSTRATED Chrome Fedtral Beet Tix’ Extra Page 20The Outtit Here is « complete four piece outfit forthe discrim- inating young artist. AI drums are separate tension land equipped with streamlined self-aligning tension casings. Shell mount folding spurs and disappearing ‘cymbal holder make set-up fast and easy. Top line flat base snare stand and the red Speed Master pedal included. A quality outfit at a moderate price. No. 90BL—5" x 14° “Jazz Festival” Nickel No. 9246-14" x 22" Sep. ten, bass drum. a No. 444L—9" x 13° Sep. te. tom tom. No. 446L—12" x 15” Se iss 5 an egy eect holder .-1963-Flat base enare deur ‘stand. 1980 —Disspcaring crmbal holders: 129 5" Clear tone cow bel 138 —Cow bell holder. 252 —Red Speed-Master pedal 9. 1305—Folding spurs, mounted 190A—White rubber covered wire brushes. SA. —Snare drum sticks Total. The Ournt ‘The “Combo” is designed for the ambitious student and young drummer who wishes to start with @ professional style separate rension outfit. Builtin quality features include: triple flanged hoops, self aligning tension casings, disappearing cymbal holder, shell mount spurs, flat base snare stand and the red Speed Master pedal. Mo, 9001-5" x 4" “Sze Feaival” eke! No, 224614" 3 Sp. tm bass. cme ee , Mash x1 8a, tom tom 45 —Hoop mount "tip-on” fom holder 5. 1363—Flat base enare drum ond, i 9. 1380 Disappearing cymbal holder 777 Tunas tone bloc 129 —5" Clear tone cow bell. 5. 1323—Bell and block holder. 136 —Adjustable base drum aller ens . 252. —Red Speed: Master pedal 1305 Shell moun! folding spurs 190A —White rubver mire brushes 1 pr—No, 5A. —Snare drum sticks. Ne. 1052—Elementary drum instructor. Total. 1728 No. Damen Ave. Chicago 47, Illinoie GREEN AND GOLD MULTI-COLORED LACQUER Nickel "No. 9961—CLUB DATE Quit, choice of lacquer colors, less cymbal. : Ne.996P CLUB DATE Outfi, choice of peatl finishes, less cymbal. - BLUE AND SILVER MULTI-COLORED LACQUER ‘Nickel No. 9981—COMBO OUTFIT, choice of lagu colors, less cymbal... Ne. 998P-COMEO OUTFIT, choice oF peat finishes, less eymbal..- Cymbals net included in pice of No substitutions or omissions cllowed when oufts Federal excise fax extra. ordering the complete out Page 21BLACK AND GOLD MULTI-COLORED LACQUER No. 1762—"SPOTLIGHT™ Outfit, choice of Iaequer colors—blue & silver; black & gold; white or black; green & gold... Note: Cymbal Included Wish Ouifit ‘BLUE AND GOLD MULTI-COLORED LACQUER No, 9921—“HOBBY™ Outht, light blue & gold multi-color as illustrated or choice of light blue de silver; black & gol blue & silvor, white or back lacquer. Note: Cymbal Included With Ouifit Page 22 ‘Federal Escise Tax Extra Federal Exeise Tax Extra Quality and economy are built into this popular low price outfit. The modern separate tension snare drum blends harmoniously with the streamlined single tension bass drum, Shell mount folding spurs and @ disappearing cymbal holder are added features. The rich, high-gloss lacquer finish has been polished to ‘a shimmering luster. Here is the ideal outfit for the beginning drummer. T—No, a91L —3"x 14” Ploneer model 10" Ludvig egimbal, thin =5" Com bell Tone blosk. Bell and blek hot. 1—No, 252 —Red Speed Master pedal T=No. 1387 —Snare drum stand... 1905 —Shell mount folding spurs. 7A —Snare drum sticks. 1 190A —White rubber covered wire brushes... 0 - 1052 —Elementary érum Instructor 1380 Disappearing cymbal bolder... ++ Total. 3 1oBBY" Here is areal value... Ludwig quality outfit at an ‘economical price, The Hobby outfit has all the features of the more expensive seis including a separate tension selFaligning snare drum with orig~ inal triple flanged hoops, positive “Pioneer” throw- ‘off, and nylon bearing’ Junior speed pedal, The ‘outfit comes complete with the Ludwig cymbal iMlstrated and with “Playon” plastic heads. The greatest outfit buy on the market! 1—No, 9051 —3" x 13° “yazz Combo” No. 8291 —12" x 20” Sing. tension base deumessss sess 5.00 1—Ne, 206 —Junior speed pedaeese.. 1=No, 210 —10" Ludwig eymbal, hin 10.00 I=No. 1374 —Cymbal holder with T=No, 129. —5" Com bel 1 pr—No. 190A — White rubber covered wire brushes... : 1 pr—No. 3A —Snare drum sicks T=No. 1052 —Flementary snare rumming.....es..e04 1 pe-—Ne, 1201 —Giant bess drum spurt. Total. 1728 No. Damen Av Chicago 47, IllinoisFor the finest in percussion instruments... LUDWIG .... played by the famous Northwestern University Wildcat Band, John Paynter, director. LanNo. 967P—12" x 17" No. 979P—10" x 25" (Gling Included) a Wealtee Sparkle? Res a Slvr SUPER CLASSIC PARADE DRUMS Ludwig Super Classic parade drums have long been the choice of leading musical organizations across the nation. Over fifty years of quality drum manufacturing have made this model the most popular fon the market, Ludwig's 3 ply laminated shells are light in weight for easy carrying, yet are the strongest available. Solid rock-maple luc rings provide added protection against warping The new Ludwig latie- Seaesée* pearl illusteated on this page is available on all Ludwig drums at the same price as regular pearl When ordering—specify outer color first, inner color second Mutte- Sparkle pearl finishes may only be obtained in any combina- tion of sparkling pearl finishes. CLASSIC PARADE DRUMS (Speci Colors Dered, Motel Chrome 7a 10, x Lge Calor Of Lacquer cr Mahoesny | $67.00 $73.00 poe eee “cf 77.00 83.00 Ir x 1 hale of Pee aah. | 9.09 85.00 eile oe e «= cocci 9200 9800 Classic throw-off exta......$8.00 Tho-otie wire-gut snares, extra....$3.00 "Wood hoops ean be spp at ame Gut snares, extra - 2.00 pace specify ir eesre, CLAaSsic TENOR DRUMS Mickel Chrome No, 965—12"x 15" Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany Reich i ies abe ee No, 965P—12" « 15° Choice of Peat fishes .... $77.00 $ 83.00 ‘80.00 86.00 92.00 98.00 No. 967P—12" x17 ‘. 95.00 101.00 If plain or inlaid wood hoops desired on above, specify. CLASSIC SCOTCH BASS DRUMS Nickel _Cirome 107 x 26° Choice of Lacquer or Mahozany....$102.00 $112.00 xa oe 110.00 121.00 0 « 26° Choice of Peat finishes 122.00 132.00 No. 979P—10' «28 13100 141.00 Sticks and slings included. Pearl inlaid counter hoops are standard on all pearl models. “Available at $3.00 exits on mahogany er lacquer drarss Ludwig DRUMNo, 3202P—12" x 15" J. BURNS MOORE MODEL PARADE DRUMS The popular J. Burns Moore Models feature the same quality con: struction as the “CLASSIC” line but are supplied with center mounted, self-aligning, separate tension casings. Ludwig's original triple flanged hoops, instant snare throw-off and matched heads add to the high quality of this line. Available in your choice of pearl or lacquer colors with either hard “bright” nickel or glistening “triple” chrome plated hardware, Slings and sticks or beaters are included with each di ‘These models are availablein any combinations of Wadit- Saackle* pearl finishes at same price as standard pearl finishes. Specify outer color frst—inner color second. J. BURNS MOORE MODEL PARADE DRUMS Nickel Chrome { $63.00 $69.00 Saat 2 ae Negzgcecie os eu ef tt 73.00 79.00 No. 3092P—10" x 14° Chole of Pest nishes.....+.. Marre eee { 75.00 81.00 No, 3202-12" x 15° 7s 4 Nogaoapciecie = som rf 88.00 94.00 Classic throweoft extra $5.00 Two-ione Wire-gut snares, extra $3.00 Gut snares xtra. ‘2.00 If wood hoops desired, spesly, J. BURNS MOORE TENOR DRUMS Nise Chrome No. 3210-12" x 15° Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany .. $73.00 $79.00 No. 32t1—i2" x17" ogi 76.00 "82.00 No. 8210P12" x 18° Choice of Peart finishes. 89.00 94.00 No. 8211P—12" x17" Sat ss. 9100 97.00 If plain or inlaid hoops desired on above, sposity J. BURNS MOORE SCOTCH BASS DRUMS te Nickel Chrome IB LF hoe of Larger Mahony 97.00 $107.00 Neda sae % “2 -f 106.00 116.00 Ne. 3214P &°x 26" Chojee of Pear! finishes, {117.00 127.00 No: 5218p 10" x 67 Pelee { 126.00 136.00 hoops are standard oa all peasl models, vite on mabogany or lactuer drums CGO. 1728 No. Damen Ave.sChicago 47, Illinois Ne, 322010" x 28" ‘Sling Included) Page 25No. 308812" x 13° Page 26 Ne, 323010" x 28" “Gling faced) No, 308210" x 14" CHAMPION SINGLE TENSION PARADE DRUMS ‘The CHAMPION single tension models are quality instruments in the medium price range. Sturdy laminated shells are properly rein- forced with solid rock-maple glue rings. Streamlined dic cast tension ccasings are center mounted like the more expensive models. Available in your choice of pearl or lacquer colors with either hard “bright” nickel or glistening “triple” chrome plated hardware. Pearl inlaid counter hoops are standard on all pearl modely and are available ‘on lacquer models at $1.50 extra per parade or tenor drum and $3.00 extra per bass drum, Matching Scotch bass, tenor and parade drums will add color and snap to your marching percussion section. CHAMPION RADE DRUMS Mickel Chrome hgice of Lacguer or Mahogany. $53.09 $58.00 ao ee Ga a 60.00 65.00 Jo's Ie Cage of et mgder...."]g6,90 70.00 persis 8 = ‘. 75.00 80.00 Gul snares extra. cceceses loos $200 CHAMPION TENOR DRUMS Nickel Chrome 10" 13" Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany... $53.00 $58.00 wi 60.00 65.00 No, 087P-—I0" x 15" Choice of Peas! finishes... 65.00 70.00 No, 3088? 12" x 15" f 73.00 78.00 Sticks and sling included. CHAMPION SCOTCH BASS DRUMS Nici! Chrome Ne: BEBE G 3 2S Oe Lae x Moher | § 92.00 $102.00 <2 2 -f 98.00 108.00 8526 One of Pet ihe} 13200 122.00 eae { 118.00 128.00 Pear inlaid counter hoops are standard on all pear models “Available 41 34.60 exten on mahogany or laciver drum eludwig DRUMSTADIUM MODEL PARADE DRUMS These snappy single tension models are equipped with stud center supports and sturdy, streamlined tension hooks. Standard laminated shell is strongly reinforeed with rock-maple glue rings, Full-drop throw-off strainer is easily adjusted for any desired tone or response. Available in your choice of Ludwig's hard listening “triple” chrome plated hardware and in either mahogany, jaht” nickel or lacquer, or multi-color lacquer finishes. Plain hoops ate standard, pearl inlaid hoops available at $1.50 extra on parade and tenor drums, $3.00 extra for bass drums. Not supplied in pearl finishes. Here is true value in the low price field STADIUM MODEL PARADE DRUMS Niel Chrome No. 3061—10" x 14” Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany, Eight Rods .. - $42.50 $45.00 No, 206210" x 14” Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany, Six Rods «os. 39.50 42.00 No, 307112" « 15° Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany... 49.50 52.00 STADIUM MODEL TENOR DRUMS Nickel Clrome No, 3065-10" x 15° Choice of Lacquer or Mahogany... $42.50 $45.00 STADIUM MODEL BASS DRUMS —Nicksl_Cirome No. 3094— 8 26" Choice of Lacauet oF Mahony. Nesore—raae ef S8L00 $ 87.00 No.sos—ersze HH, Res om ips a uu. v= om = eet (S800 101.00, Pear inlaid hoops extra... $8.00 CG O.1728 No. Damen Ave. + Chicago 47, Illinois No. 3065—10" x 15" No, 3097—10" x 28” ‘Sling 1nciudea) Page 27eLadwig ECONOMY PARADE DRUMS LEG RESTS The new Ludwig LEG REST is designed to edu leg fatigue and eliminate bruising knocks from the drum. Completely adjustable, it holds drum at proper playing angle for any cadence. A convenient pin lock snaps leg rest in open or loted position. Available in cither rod mount or shell mount ‘models. Easy t© install on your present drum, Rod mount leg fest not recommended on Super (Classic parade models, Page 28 THE PREP MODEL ‘Traditional Ludwig quality craftmanship and the finest of materials arecombined in producing the popular PREP MODEL parade drums, ‘These superb marching models are designed for the beginning drummer ‘atan economical price. The three ply laminated shell is firmly reinforced with hard rock-maple glue rings. Solid maple counter hoops are ten: sioned by six single tension key rods. Modern contour double claw hhooks provide even head tension, Instant throw-off strainer offers Ainger-tip snare tension adjustment. Here is real value in a low price student line instrument. Available in either lacquer or mahogany finish. Nickel Chrome No. 3062-10" x 14" PREP MODEL. $39.50 $42.00 THE CUB MODEL ‘The CUB MODEL is designed for use by youngsters of Grade School age and offers finest quality in the economy line, Three ply laminated shell is reinforced with rock maple glue rings. Six single tension key rods and contour double claw hooks provide even head tension, Single screw snare strainer allows full sare control. Solid maple counterhoops in natural finish ada to the lasting beauty of this model, Sticks and sling included. Available in mahogany finish only. Ne, 2440-9" x 13” CUB MODEL, nicks! only. $34.00 “VERTI-HOLDER” ‘The Ludwig originated VERTI-HOLDER has proven popular with leading marching bands seross the nation. Holder places tenor drum in ‘ertical position for playing exse and added flash. It offers a “new look” to the drum section, Holder folds against shell when not in vse, Sup plied in white lacquer only complete with eye hooks, sling and waist strap. No, 477—VERTI-HOLDER, white cquer only $20.00LUDWIG—Most Famous Name ON Tympani! -..as played by Edward M. Metzenger, Chicago Symphony Orchestra eB eT Se aN ee ee ee ReMORE PROFESSIONALS CHOOSE ladwig EXCLUSIVE FEATURES OF THE NEW PROFESSIONAL SYMPHONIC MODEL 1. Famous Ludwig Bolanced Action pedal mechonism 2. per keltls For greater Yone a | Tension places all tuning mechenism on outside, 4. Sensitive boll crank ond double linkage mechaniem con- imum protect 5. fon tuning reds provide clear playing surface ler wheels with builtin ton. THE NEW PROFESSIONAL SYMPHONIC MODEL Wm. F. Ludwig continues to set the world’s standard of tympani perfection by introducing the all new PROFESSIONAL SY M- PHONIC MODEL. Designed and built to meet the exacting demands of today's top professional tympanists, the new Symphonic Model features the principal of Exiernal Tension ‘Nowy all tuning mechanism is placed on the outside of the ketle Eight tension rods, pull rods and suspension siruts provide a more accurate and sensitive tuning mechanism. Bell cranks and pull rods are concealed within the suspension struts for maximum protection. A system of double linkage connects the individual Bull rods with a central spider and main pull rod beneath the kettle. Selection of 26" and 29" diameters as standard provides greater tonal body at the extreme ends of each range. The exclusive Ludwig Balonced Action pedal assures fast, effortless tuning, Key tension rods leave playing surface clear for eross-stickin Here isthe finest in tympani design and tonal response built by the leading manufaciurer of pedal tuned «ympani *No. 880-26" and 29" PROFESSIONAL SYMPHONIC MODEL TYMPANI, polished copper kettles, sticks and fibro head protectors included, per pair $690.00 Federal excise tax, extra, net... fo $4080 Ladwig Page 30TYMPANI THAN ANY OTHER MAKE eT THE STANDARD SYMPHONY MODEL 1 all musical history, no other tympani has enjoyed such great popularity asthe Ludwig STANDARD SYMPHONY MODEL. ‘Today, lending musical organizations the world over feature the incomparable tone and response of these fine instruments. Ludwig's famous Bolonce! Action pedal provides instant, trouble free tuning. Location of every tone is fast and effortless with no clumsy eich mechanism to sek or squesk. Si sturdy Supension strate support the deep parabolis Kettes offering maximum Keille resonance, New alldirectional roller wheels Provide easy portability anc lok instruments into paying postion, Solid copper seamless Kettles are hand buffed and polished ove sitor finish. Metal parts including rods and hoops are Shrome plated. Sticks and fibre head protectors are included. Provide your musical organization with a complete set of 4 Standard Symohony Mods trpani to meet tay’ growing Thusical requirements. *No. 890-25" and 28” STANDARD SYMPHONY MODEL TYMIPAN poled cooper held, tks and bre bez pro: (ectors inclided, per pair $590.00 Federal excise ta, extra, net. 34.80 Additional Symphony Model Sizes Fed. Tax *No, 886—23" Symphony model tympani, each $320.00 313.75 “No. 887—30" Symphony model tympani, each 350.00. 20.55, “No. 889—32" Symphony model tympani, each 995,00 23.25 1728 No. DRUM CoO. Damen Ave. Chicago 47, Illinois Te sr wea EXCLUSIVE FEATURES OF ‘THE STANDARD SYMPHONY MODEL. Famevs Ludwia Belrced Action pedal, mechonism for fos, tiers Tong located dein the hea mnced Action conmol kneb end spring eliminator nocd for ratchets or clutch. id ond imum protection All im playing position. Page 31Ludwig MANUFACTURERS OF PEDAL + THE COMPLETELY PORTABLE TYMPANI ‘The Universal Model features the detachable base, enabling, Kettle and pedal mechanism to be packed separately. The new ball and socket connection between main pull rod and pedal is readily accessible for fast set up and dismantling when instruments are placed upside down. The wide-angle roller legs fold conveniently for packing. UNIVERSAL MODEL IN ADDITIONAL SIZES "No. 897 —23" Satin finish copper kettle, each ... .6245.00 Federal excise tax extra, net 14.25 "Ne. 894 —23" Polished copper kettle, each 260.00 Federal excise tax extra, net... 15.15 "No, 898 —30" Satin finish copper keitle, each Federal excise tax extra, net 30° Polished copper kettle, each... Federal excise tx extra, net. No. 895 Page 32 THE UNIVERSAL MODEL ‘The UNIVERSAL MODEL was originally built by Wm. F. Ludwig in the year 1919, I was designed for the discriminating professional incorporating Mr. Ludwig's natural Balanced Action tuning mechanism. Constant improvements in design and con- siruction have kept pace with changing musical requirements Today the modem Universal Model is ideal for school and professional use. “Tuning action is smooth and effortiess—No cumbersome ratchet or clutch mechanism to stick and squeak. Floor level pedal tuning provides fast, accurate tone changes from seated fr standing playing positions. Deep parabolic copper kettles ssure superior tone and resonance throughout the entire chro ‘matic range. All-irectional roller wheels provide quick position adjustment, yet lock for final use. Kettle may be detached from base for transport, Rods and hoops ehrome plat ‘The Universal Model pedal tympani are the lea artists’ instruments in the lower price fel *No. 892 —25" and 28" UNIVERSAL MODEL TYMPANI, copper kettles —satin finish, sticks and fibre head protectors Included, per pairs... cee. Federal excise tax extra, net. ‘No, 89325" and 28° UNIVERSAL MODEL TYMPANI, cop- per kettles—polished ond clear lacquered finish, sticks and fibre head protectors included, per pair» $515.00 Federal excise tax extra net. 3020 top quality SPECIAL SIZES QUOTED UPON REQUEST. oLidwigTUNED TYMPANI a THE LUDWIG MACHINE TYMPANI Ludwig combines quality with economy in offering this entirely new ‘concept in tympani design. The MACHINE MODEL is tuned by single screw’ tuning mechanism operated by @ hand crank mounted nicar playing surface. Rapid tuning is achieved by merely turning the Ihandle to the right to raise pitch and to the left to lower pitch, A full ‘clave range is easily obtainable on each instrument. Legs lelescope into Kettle for easy packing. Ludwig Machine Tympani are designed for use in Junior High and Grade School organizations where budget and age of player is.a factor. We also highly recommend the Machine Models as the third and fourth auxiliary drums to extend the range of your present set of pedal tympani *No, 870-25" and 26" MACHINE TYMPANI, copper kettles—satin fh, suck and bre head protectors ieted, perp --§960.0 Federal excise tax extra, net... 22100 No. 871—25" and 28” MACHINE TYMPANI, copper keitles—pal- ished and lear lacquered fh, seks and fibre head protectors included, per pair. - _ $390.00 Federal ie ax exit... a aie ADDED SIZES AND PRICES *No. 874 —23" Satin finish copper kettle, each, Federal excise tax extra, net *No. 872 —23" Polished copper kettle, each Federal excise tax extra, net ‘*No. 875 —30" Satin finish copper kettle, each Federal excise tax extra, net *Ne, 873 —30" Polished copper kettle, each Federal excise tax extra, net. 1728 No. Damen Ave, Bere. Uae Ne, Damen PORTABLE FEATURES Legs retract completly into ke te for playing angle and height Adjustment or transport. A mini- mam of mechanism for light weight portability. Ideal For tray~ ling organizations as well as the “pit” drummer. (© Single Sorew Tuning (© Full Octare Range (© Deep Parabolic Kettles © Height & Angle Adjustment © Removable Tuning Handle © Chrome Hoops andl Rods ‘ADD AUXILIARY DRUMS TO YOUR PRESENT SET ‘Today's modern symphonic compositions require the use of four tunable tympani. Extens the over-all ange. of your presen! set of pedal tympani by Adding the 33" and 30" Machine Model, Page 33TYMPANI TUNING GAUGE The exelusive Ludwig tuning gauge is essential in the performance of rapid changes in tuning andisidzal for use by the schoo! tympanist. This handy accessory measures the movement of the counterhoop and translates this into accurate pitch readings by means of a pointer hand. The Tetters are moveable on a sliding track since the gauge must be hand set before each use when Using calf skin heads. They may be mounted on any make or model and complete instructions with drawing accompany cach pair of enuses. They are extremely accurate when used with the new LUDWIG plastic heads. No. 899—Tuning gauges, per pair $42.50 SYMPHONY TYMPANI TRUNKS Professional quality tympani 1 reinforeed and padded to offer, maxi- ‘mum proeetion then traveling, Galvan- ized steel floor allows tympani to be Folled in for quick packing. No, 891—Trunks for 25” and 28" Symphony model iympani, per pair, NET nodiscount....§325.00 Prices for other sizes upon request. Page 34 UNIVERSAL TYMPANI TRUNKS inks Top quality, heavy duty construction. offers safety for your tympani when Shipping. Suspension sling holds kettle pedal detaches and is securely strapped Into supporting blocks. No. 888—Trunks for 25° and Prices on other sizes upon request. REINFORCE- MENT RING ‘The risid one-piece steel reinforce ment ring around which Ludwig Keitles are rolled provides immense strength where needed, assuring a clear undistorted tone. SUSPENSION STRUTS PROTECT MECHANISM ‘A solid shield of meta! encompasses the vital belherank mechanism peo- tecting it against dust, dirt, and bumps. ‘TUNING HANDLES Sonal, low-set ning handles are tucked out of the way less ‘chance of catching stick handles ‘makes croseticking easy! FLOOR PEDAL TUNING Floor tuning is the natural way of tuning Simple hee-toe action moves Ahead quickly from low to high tones. Cumbersome interfering locks are eliminated — giissandos extremely exiy t0 obtain! FULL DROP TYMPANI COVERS Full drop covers provide maximum pro- {ection for your tympani when oot in use. The 28" drop skirt keeps out dirt and dust and prevents unauthorized per- ‘sons from tampering with theiastrument, and 28° full drop, covers, pair 728” Universal model iympari, per pair, NETnodiseount No. 896—: $24.00 $12.00 $275.00 Other sizes, each.INCREASES YOUR G-D BUGLE RANGE! New Ludwig Rotary Lowers Pitch Full Tone! inl Toor Baer” $18.00 Here you see illustrated the ideal application of the rotary slide to pis- ton bugles. Quick-acting key lowers pitch one full tone and springs back into open position when released. Fingering chart below indicates ; the additional notes available. For: best results—order Ludwig bugles equipped with rotaries as illustrated at left. They are designed to fit only Ludwig bugles. Order in either brass or chrome finish! ‘Rotary for Bavitane, French Horn ond Bass Bugle: $23.00 Prices of Ludwig Rotary Slides: Sot come No. 530~Rotary for Soprano and Tenor Bugles $18.00 $21.00 No, $32—Rotary for Baritone, French Horn. and Bass Bugs. . . . 2... 28,00 27.50 ‘Soprano rotary slide piuwred a tf will i only Licivig bugles. Places G-D bugles in key af °F (O-Vatve open 4 =Valve doves “4 Baritone ard Fronsh Her wil valve end ror 5 Banton and FH, play these notes to compte 4G with vale ad oar. the chromatic sale of Tne 4 New Ludwig meat New Ludwig yale oll for polish Tor eymbals— piston buples. Makes valve brave and chrome fin: fetion fast, smaoth, and ‘thed buss Stent No. 528— Meta No. 529—valve Polish... $1.00 oi F+0 $0.95 Page 35LINE OF PISTON BUGLES This bugle is built to exact United States Army spe+ cifleations. It has a largec-than-usual bell for extra resonance. Only frst quality brass is used. Well pro portioned and exsy to blow, Built in Key of G with Side 0. No. 515—Regulation G Bugle Brass......$12.00 Length 15 inches MOUTHPIECES not bugle $4.50 No. $06M—DeLuxe Cus- Slon-tiea mouihpieces for Soprano and tor busles 2 480 No, 524M —French Horn isle moutnpioce, 4.50 No, $26M—Hast baritone Basle mouthpiece. 6.50 Federal Exoige Tax Exira on Bugles 5% isp BUGLE CASES Protect your instruments from dents, nicks, and ches with top quality bugle cases. Modern ‘design plus the finest in materials ang erafisman- ship provide maximum bugie protection. The handsome brown leatherette cover and blending plush interior lining offer years of eye appeal No. 5048—Soprano bugle case... +, $15.00 No, 5148—Baritone bugle case 18.00 No. 5168—French Horn bugle case...... 20.00 No, 5188—Bass-Baritone bugle casc..... 24.00 Page 36 SOPRANO PISTON BUGLES Length 20", Weight 28 ounces, Bel! Diameter 5* ‘The Wm. F. Ludwi Jest blowing bugle made. Designed for the modern day arrangements, this buele can climb for those high rotes with greater ease and accuracy, Built in the key of G with valve change to D and slide easily added. No, $00—Soprano Brass Finish, Clear Lacquer $66.00 No. $01—Soprano Chrome Finish... e sees 04.00 soprano is the e range to F. Rotary slide attachment may be BARITONE PISTON BUGLES Length 23", Weight $3 ounces, Bell Di i French Horns or Bass-Baritone Built in the key of G with valve change to D and slide g Ludwig Baritone busle completely fils out your arrangements with ised range and tonal depth, The Baritone is used £0 support the les, for rich harmony parts and for solo pas change to F No. 510—Raritone, Brass Finish, Clear Lacquer $104.00 No, 511—Baritone, Chrome Finish. sur 130.00 FRENCH HORN PISTON BUGLES Length 22%, Weight 55 ounces, Bell Diameter 7347 ‘The streamlined Ludwig French Horn bugle fill the gap between the soprano and baritone voices. The exceptional tonal qualities enable this bugle to be used for both harmony and solo melody parts. Built in the key of G with valve change to D and slide change No. 520-French Horn Brass Finish, Clear Lacquer. $160.00 No, 521—Trench Horn Chrome Finish 196.00 BASS-BARITONE PISTON BUGLES Length 23", Weight 66 ounces, Bell Diameter 10° The new Ludwig Bass-Baritone bugle provides those extra low tones to fill out your ensemble. The range is basically the same as the Baritone bugle with an extended lower register. It can be conveniently carried with one hand as valve and finger hook are both placed in most accessible position No. 525—Basé-Buritone, Brass Finish, Clear Lacquer, $180.00 No. 526—Bass-Baritone, Chrome Finish, 244.00 oLidwig| DRUM CO. 1726 No. Damen Ave.-Chicage 47, Illinois‘The quality of Ludwig snare drum sticks is unsur. passed. They are cut from select close-grained White hickory, earefully sanded, filled and hand. dipped in highgloss white lacquer, Each stick is rolled and matched in pairs before sealing in our exclusive air-tight plastic bags, LUDWIG sticks are player tested. .. player approved! for orehestra; “B” for band; and models, No. 318—Buddy Rich model, pair $1.00 No. 319—Joe Morello model, pair $1.00 No. 1A —Orchestra model, pair..........$1.00 No. 2A Orchestra mode!, aie $1.00 No. 94 Orchestra model, pair $3.00 No. 4A —Ray Baudue model, pair. .....§1.00 No. 5A —Orchestra model, pair $1.00 No. 64 —Pencil model, pair... $1.00 BLUE END sticks Only the very finest straight-erained sticks are selected as Blue End models. Carefully matched in pairs and sealed in airtight plastic bags, Blue Fad sticks are available in any model. When ordering specify “BE” along with number of stick desired. $1.50 No.7A —Orchestra model, pat... +.$1.00 Mo. 9A —Orchostra mode, pair. $1.00 No. 18 —Band model, pair $1.00 No, 28 —Band model, pair $1.00 No, 58 —Band model, pair $1.00 No. 15 —Street model, pair $1.00 No. 25 —Street model, pait.......++.-.-$1.00 No. 35 —Street model, pair $1.00 No. 317—Timbales sticks, pair. ........-.$1.00 ferrySTICKS and BEATERS Ludwig sticks and beaters are hand-crafted to professional requirement. Lamb’s wool and felt beaters are hand-sewn by experts of long experi- ence. Specify these models when ordering! BASS DRUM BEATERS No. 319 —Short model, double end woo! ‘concert beater ES No. 320 —Long model, double end wool ‘concert beater. 525 No, 322 —Double end felt marching beater, each 4.25 No, 323 —Single end felt ball beater, each....-. 3.75 No. 3285—Single end felt beater with thong, each 5.00 No. 330—Lamb's wool Scotch bass beaters, No, 391—Felt ball Scotch bass beaters, No. 334—Solid wood bass deum beaters, per pair. 5.28 TENOR STICKS No. 332—Lamb's wool Tenor drum beaters, pair $6.75 No. 233—Felt ball Tenor drum beaters, pair... 5.75 No. 1610—Hard felt tenor sticks....0.-.0..00+ 575 No. 337—Champion model wood tenor sticks with rubber handles, per pair 25 TYMPANI STICKS aa 325 344345 346 No. 241—Metzenger model, medium ball, pair, . $5.25 No. 325—Soft bull tympani sticks, pair. 525 No. 344—Professional model, double ends, pair.. 573 Ne. 245 Solid felt tympani sticks, hard, pair.... 4.00 No, 346—Symphonic model, medium fet, pale... 3.73 oo6s59s 3258, 3418 Mo. 2258—nallonlyfor 328 0, perpie ga. 75 Ne, 2410 Balls nl for 341 model, erat ¢ 1728 No. Dam Chicago 47, III DRUM CoO. BASS DRUM BEATERS 319 320 330 931 334 TENOR STICKS =e —— FINGER CYMBALS Sea ag eon PT ga0 LAMB'S WOOL. CYMBAL HOLDER A Deluxe lamb’s wool cymbal pad with lather thongs, Easy on the fhand hile providing perfect ym bal evion No. 1385 -Cymbal Holders, Bites sov een $6.00 No, 1366—Leathcr Thongs ‘Only, each 50 BASS DRUM CYMBAL HOLDER Holds cymbal socurely on bass drum for combination ess drum and fyimbal playing. Attaches (0. bass frum hoe No. 257—"Bess Drum Cymbal Holder., $4.50 at € COW BELLS tone” cow bells pro. {tone for todey's oc tn Latin and discripive numbers No. 128" 4" Cow'tel.. $2.00 No 129 —s* Cowell... 2.28 No. 133 Cow Bell ‘i ws iain for Holder 50 We “éB BELL-BLOCK HOLDER ‘An ideal combination cow bell ‘nood block holder for mounting on Bass drum hoop or teap tale No. 1323-Bell- Bloc Holder, $2.25 No. P1635 WOOD HANDLE CYMBAL HOLDERS A solid, hard wood handle that bolts nl. Plastic Loop provides a sure sip. INo.'388- Wood Handle ‘Cymbal Holder PLASTIC CYMBAL HOLDERS Leather thongs with plastic pads provide the ideal holder for good Gymbal response an tone, No. 1367-Pletis Cymbal Holder, pair-»...$8.00 TRAP TREE A modern jazz innovation pro. viding an ideal arrangement of brseymialfngereyrabal and tangle. Designed for mount ing on pase drum cymbsi ‘mount. Suppliod complete cs alustraied. 7 No. 1378—Trap Tree Compete chrome Sly. $10.00 BRUSH CYMBAL HOLDER Hoop clamp holder for brush or speclat tee! cymbal 1379 Brush Cymbal Hole. $1.25 DRUM SLINGS Quality deum slings designed for maxi- mum eareying ease and ‘control ofthe Instrument. New bass drum sling peoviges extra freedom of arra movernent. Available in WHITE only No. 350-—Rass Drum Sling whey 4.00 No. 352—Snare Drum aan ‘ wis one... 200 Page 49LUDWIG’S PRACTICE DRUM PADS Now available . . . the famous GLADSTONE PAD Tinie great, now pad is designed. for the modern drummer. Made of pute gun rubber with steel plate imbedded to make an tt fegral structure. Resilient, never hardens or racks ever foftens, Provides cosp, live maura dears rebound with ivo playing surface fevels for tim shot, imbates, and tom tom pructie, Patented struce ture ertablishes vacuum, holding Dad fry im place on batter head Shesour sauce. dram or bie Supplies adequate voluine, audi= ble mare response” and perfect contra No, 351—Ghidstom Pad. $6.00 ALL-METAL PRACTICE PAD This popular pad features solid one-piece aluminum Cconsiructiom with thick, live tum rubber set ints playing Surface. New suction cup fect Provide solid anchor to any surface No. 355—Metsl Pad. $4.50 ALL-RUBBER PORTO-PAD [A handy pocket size practice pad of moked top grade gum rubber. Ideal for use on head of drum. Easy to curry-—con venient to us, No. 354—Porio Pad. $2.00 Page 50 HEAVY DUTY woop PAD A top quality professional pad constructed of select hard ‘woods with thick, live g rubber set into playing sire Face, Provides proper stick rebound for years of satisfied 155W—Heavy Duty Ped, $4.50 LIGHT DUTY ECONOMY PAD A quality low priced pad for the beginning drummer. Live rubber playing surface is ‘mounted on solid angle board and base. Lightweight and easy 10 carry, No, 356—Light Duty Pod $2.50 ALL-METAL PAD AND ADJUSTABLE STAND ‘Aconvenient practice arrange: ment using the No. 395 pad mounted on beight adjustable stand, Pad easily dotach able, stand folds for packing. No. 2010—No. 355 Pac and Stang, complete $10.00 No, 1359—Siind only for No. 335 Pads, 600 / HEAVY DUTY PAD AND ADJUSTABLE STAND {ures complete height and angle adjustment No, 2011—No. 355 Pad Stand, complete... .610.00, stand only sw 6.00 LIGHT DUTY PAD AND ADJUSTABLE STAND Aan economy pad and stand for the beginning drumae The light weight, detachable pad and folding stand are ‘easily packed in drum case No. 2012—No, 355 Ped and Siand complete $4.00 No. 1961—Stand only For No. 336 Pads. 4.00NEW... from LUDWIG 5 gee CONCERT TOM TOMS ‘A set of 4 high pitched, single head, tunable tom toms mounted fon adjustable stand as illustrated, Ideal for use with the Sym- [Phonic Bund or in modern pereussion ensembles. Sizes 127, 10/5" 8 and 6*. All four drums nest inside one another for easy packing ‘single case, Available in choice of lacquer or pear! finishes No. 443-Set of 4 High Tom Toms and Stands choice of Incquer finish, chrome only $145.00 For pearl finish add: 20.00 DRUM HEAD PAINTINGS No. 1950—Head Leiter ing, one color—black Unless othernise specified, per eter $ 90 No. 3152—Head Levter- Ae ing, one color—specity, ‘vith black outline, per ee se 110 and heavy tacked heads combine for No, 1351—Shield Mono authentic bongo tone. ‘ram, one color—Black No. 2355—Cuban Bonaes. unless otherwise spesfid, Our initials. .........-+1 17.00 TUNABLE CUBAN BONGOS a Hereisthe top quality inauthentic Cuban —_ Bongos. Thick hardwood shells and heisy heads provide ileal bongo cone Easily tuned by *Y" bracket mechanism. Hand finished in natural wood beauty No, 2356—Tunable Cuban Bongos. CUBAN BONGOS value in the economy line of quality non-tunable Bongos. Hand fash iomed in natural wood finah, Thick shell \ KOREAN TEMPLE BLOCKS AND STAND ‘A complete set of five handcarved genuine Korean Temple ‘Blocks finished in bright Chinese red lacquer with gold and black trim. The new Ladwis-designed, heavy-duty, chrome plated stand locates the blocks comectly for use in either standing or siting positions, Set of five temple blosks or stand may be purchased feparately. Supplied complete with mallets No. 80 —Scl of § Temple Blocks with mullets....,...$30.00 No. 1347—Temple Block Stand, only, chrome plated... 15,00 $33.00 $18.00 Page 51CHROMATIC BELL LYRA DE LUXE MODEL Ludwie's advance design and quality craftsmanship has set new standards of per fection in modern bell yras, Here is a blend of tone, beauty, strength and ease of playing, offering the lightest weight bell Iyra on the market, Ludwig boll Iyras are made in our own plant and tuned by our own expert tuners. The De Luxe model is idoal for use on the march as well as in the concert hall Specifications: 2 octave, 25 bars A to A # Pitched in C to standard A-#40 ¢ ‘Aluminum bars 114" wide, 1" thick « Raised chromaties * One piece alumi- © rhum frame * “Two-Tone” keyboard * Felt covered mounting rails * Total weight 14 Ibs Mo, 2044—De Luxe Bell Lyra complete with mallets, plumes, carrying strap and ‘mackintosh zipper cover. $110.00 Ludwig bell tyras are supped complete with Delt ire malts 2 plumes leather Sarrying ateap and. tipper mackintosn overt mo additional mt, These stems ‘may be purchased. separately if ested Ne. 640. Hare plastic bel Iyra rmallets, per pa... $3.00 7.50 No, 2047W-Leathor carrying stan, WHITE. 97s Ne. 639—Hair plumes 16" long, white only, perpair.-». 5.50 MARCHING No, 2048-Zinpsr mackintosh cover BELL LYRA x 2s fe tT o's 50 STANDARD MODEL 4 ae ‘The Standard Model marching bell lyra is a quality instrument built to the high Oe Soon ts dorcharn ba ad Gene a goes ‘Specifications: 2 octave, 25 bars A to A * Pitched in C10 standard A440 « ‘Aluminum bars I" wide, 5" thick, One piece aluminum frame # Felt cov- cred mounting rails « Total weight 11 Ibs. No. 2041—Standard Rell Lyra complete with mallets, plumes, carrying strap and mackintosh zipper cover. : $89.50 HARD SHELL CONCERT BELL LYRA CASE BELL LYRA STAND Here's added protection plus an ideal A quality concert bell Iyra arrangement for wsiag marching dell stand made from beavy-gauge Ira in concert as orchestra hells Case stock. Stand i fully adjustable Teacures durable leatheretwe covering, 10 any pesition and folds for felt lining end quality hardware, De easy transporting. Heavy nick signed for either De Luxe or Standard plating ad to the beauty and models. fone life No, 8000—Hard Shell Bell No. 2049—Concer: Lyra ease $2000 Bell Lyra stand....... $18.00 Page 52SWING FLAGS Ludwig's colorful SWING FLAGS will add dramatic appeal to your band or drill team, Flag swinging represents a brand new form of expression. The technigue is graceful and the routines are adapted to interesting team work. LUDWIG LEADS THE WAY IN SWING FLAG DESIGN Exclusive Ludwig design offers a perfectly balanced swing flag for maximum cfficency. Shaft is of tapered steel tubing, triple chrome plated and polished to a gleaming lustre, Form fitting molded rubber handle provides correct, balance, weight and grip for all routines. The flag itself is made of a special light weight material with unusual or 40" shaft, This new sheer material strength, Designed for either 3: flows easily in the wind and is id al for high throws. MATCH YOUR SCHOOL COLOR: Ludwig swing fags are supplied m WHITE only, but are easily dyed by the purchaser to any color desired. ‘Any commercial color-fast dye is recommended. Flag is mounted on shaft by patented spring clips that snap. into holes in shaft No. Ne. MACKINTOSH COVE! Zipper mackintosh cover provides protection for Swing Flag when not in use. . No. F-85—Zipper cover for Swing Flag......$3.75 : DRUM MAJOR WHISTLES ars STANDARD WHISTLE WRIST WHISTLE Top quality allmetal drum Quality all-metal whisile major whistle, extra shrill securely mounted on leather F-40 —Swing Flag complete, 40 shaft. ..$11.00 F-82 —Swing Flag complete, 32° shaft... 11.00 F10 —Stecl Shaft with handle 5.50 Specs low of she 2001 —Flag clips, set of 2 20 2802 —Flag, white oniy, with clips 400 Spey ag 9 ha. 2803 —Rubber handle only 250 DRUM MAJOR SIGNAL BATON Ludwig SIGNAL BATONS are tops for quality and balance, Tapered shaft is of select hickory, carefully sanded and finished t0 a high gloss. Ball and ferrule are chrome plated. The braided cord and tassels are available ina varity ofcolors. Weight 25 02., Length 44”, Signal baton is regularly enameled in dark bluc with gold cord and tassel. Special colors may be ordered at slight additional cost No, 118 —Signal Baton, blue shaft, gold cord. $18.00 No, 1188—Signal Baton, special colors, specify. 22.00 for clear signals wrist strap. No, 118W—All-Metal No. 118R—Wrist Whiste..§2.00 Whistle..§3.00 GO. 1728 No. Damen Ave. + Chicago 47, Mlinois Page 53LUDWIG y-made plastic drum heads have the feel and response of fine calf skins with none of the weather prob- Jems, They are completely impervious to weather changes and will retain snap and crispness throughout all cli= mate changes. Mounted securely on grooved* metal flanged flesh hoops and ready for instant application to your drum. They are not sold unmounted Ludwig “Playon™ plastic heads are made in our own plant thus guaranteeing a perfect fit on your Ludwig drum, They hold their setting indefinitely! Available in four weights: For batter, snare, tympani and tom tom. Tremendous tone and range, Never vary regardless of weather changes: No, 1-25-25" Mounted Plastic Tympani Head. No, ¥-26—-26" Mounted Piastic Tympani Hea: No, T-2828° Mounted Plastic Tympani Head. No. 7-29-29" Mounted Plastic Tympani Head, Pat. Pend, Page 54 PLAYON” PLASTIC DRUM HEADS LUDWIG PLASTIC HEAD PRICES: Available for batter and snare side. Please specify when ordering. All plastic heads mounted on metal ficsh hoops. ALL PRICES INCLUDE HOOPS. We cannot use your old hoops—do not return, Order from your deoler today. No. 12—12° Diamster, Mounted... No. 1313” Diameter, Mounted... No. 14—14" Diameter, Mounted. No. 15—15" Diameter, Mounted. No. 16—16" Diameter, Mounted. No. 17-17" Diameter, Mounted No. 18—18" Diameter, Mounted. No, $-13—13" Diameter, Mounted. No. 5-14-14" Diameter, Mounted... Ne. 5-15-15" Diameter, Mounted No, $-16—16" Diameter, Mounted No. 5-17—17" Diameter, Mounted. j 00 2020" Bass Drum Heed, Mounted -.$18.00 2222" Bass Drum Head Mounted 24—24" Bass Drum Head, Mounted 3. 26—26" Bass Drum Head, Mounted 2828" Base Drum Head, Mounted - 3030" Bass Drum Head, Mounted... 22.0