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Does the Speed King live up to its name? Last viewed: 2 hours ago

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Just wondering. I got one in today, since it's the period correct one for my project... I just got the new production one in now, as the vintage ones are coming soon. I've been told by several that I'll love this thing.. but as always, I'm skeptical of everything. I havn't played it yet... the Baby is asleep.

You guys have a thought on it?

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Posted on 14 years ago
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To answer your question YES It Does!!! look how long it's been in production, also look at the artist that have used it and still do use it!!

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 14 years ago
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Would not THINK of using anything else.

Been using the same Speed King since I bought it new in 1965.

Posted on 14 years ago
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From Batterhead

Would not THINK of using anything else.Been using the same Speed King since I bought it new in 1965.

C'mon,really. This must be one heck of a pedal. I'll try and check one out.

I think it's great you've found the pedal you like and have stuck with for years.

Posted on 14 years ago
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Yes they do,after 45 years playing and working and now part owner for a drum shop i have tryed every new pedal in the pass 30 years and i have always came back to the Ludwig Speed King...Mikey

Posted on 14 years ago
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i just recently switched to using all vintage gear..and let me tell you..its not the easiest transition.

i was using a DW 9000 single..going from that to the Speed King is something you'll have to get used to.

but i wouldn't have it any other way..pedal is great! and has truly passed the test of time.

Yes Sir

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Posted on 14 years ago
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Made the switch over to vintage speed kings from Tama iron cobra pedals within the last year and have never thought twice about it. Great pedal!

“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent; it is the one most adaptable to change.” - Charles Darwin
Posted on 14 years ago
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+1 for the SpeedKing

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Posted on 14 years ago
#8
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Cool... I tried it today for just a bit.. after a few tension adjustments it should work just fine.. I wish it needed less clearance to the head though..

Posted on 14 years ago
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That's my main beef with it also! you'll get use to it in a couple of days to a week.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 14 years ago
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