Ah, see?

Usually when I think Slingerland I think, "Jazz guys" if for no other reason than advertisements I'd seen as a kid.

You're right, I really do need to get my hands on a copy of that book...it's been on my "To do" list for far too long.

... and welcome to the forum. It's a great read. Absolutely worth the dough.

Thank you!

I heard a ELO track the other day,and the drums sounded HUGE.....

I'll bet Bev Beven used his Slingy's in the studio.........

Remember that Peter Criss used Slingys on the old KISS albums!!!

I've got both editions of The Slingerland Book. Excellent reading!

I've had allot of Slingerland kits throughout the decades. I'm sure I'm dating myself! LoLoLoLo I've also had many Ludwig Super Classic kits; my current 1971 Blue Sparkle, 1967 Oyster Blue and a 1967-68 Champagne Sparkle. All were/are great kits. But, there are definite differences in build philosophy, as has been previously stated. Slingerland's edges, all the way up until the 5-ply shells, were normally a rounded edge, producing a more mellow sound than Ludwig's sharper edge. Both companies produces drums of varying quality... depending on work load, day of the week and even the time of day. I'm pretty sure my 70's 6-lug Deluxe Student snare drum was built at 4:59pm on a Friday. I would never sell it, just because it so bad! Laughing HLaughing HLaughing H

While I really like my 1967 4pc Slingerland kit, which is in absolutely fantastic condition, I plan on selling it in the near future and keeping the Ludwig Super Classic. Who knows, I may regret it, but I just don't need all the kits!

Slingerland are MORE loved by me than any other drums. They are my favorite by far....though I do like a little bit of everything. For Rock though, the early 70's 3 ply Slingerland shells are the best sounding (to my ear). I love ALL the sizes. It just so happens that they are cheapest too. You can't make this stuff up!

I have 5 Kits and counting! Next!

-Adam

Here's a good sound comparison of Ludwig and Slingerland drums.

http://youtu.be/2MtHwMOCllg

No offense JR, but that comparison has bugged the heck out of me for quite a while. That video is just baaaad. Those Slingerland drums are not representative of any Slingerland drums I've ever owned. yuck.

Back in '85 my HS got a brand new set of slingys a 5 pc.. Really sold me on their big open sound - always loved that kit. Popular trend was kinda going from pearl to tame in through there. Makes one wonder cause slingy gives them both a run for their money?