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Things to see in So. CA for drummers/musicians/record geeks? Last viewed: 53 minutes ago

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Hi,

I'm going to be in San Clemente, CA flowers2 at the end of July and was curious if there were any cool things to check out during my visit. I already sent a reservation request for a DW factory tour.

Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!

Posted on 12 years ago
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Bellflower Music in Bellflower CA

Pro Drum Shop in Hollywood

Amoeba Music in Hollywood

Catch a Jon Brion show at Largo!

12/14/20 Mahogany INDe Bop Cocktail Hybrid

Late 50s Black Nitron 3 Ply Gretsch 13/16/20 w/ Max Roach Snare
Posted on 12 years ago
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Don't forget about the Ringo "Peace & Love" exhibit at the Grammy museum in Los Angeles. Just do a Google search and you'll find it. Really, what could be more cool than seeing the kit that started Ludwig into 3 shifts to produce so many kits that got many of us interested in drums?!!

Now, not to be a buzz kill by any measure, BUT... you'll be in San Clemente (beautiful, by the way) and you'll have to drive north on the Interstate 5 into Los Angeles in the summertime. Welcome to southern California. Have fun driving and bring plenty of patience!! LoLoLoLo

Posted on 12 years ago
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"Catch a Jon Brion show at Largo!"

x2!!!

A don't miss!!!

Aaron

Posted on 12 years ago
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Ummm....the beach?

1958 Gretsch Kit
1966 Kent Kit
1969 Ludwig Standard Kit
1970 Rogers Power Tone Kit
1970's Ludwig Vistalite Kit
1994 Yamaha Maple Custom
2010 Yamaha Maple Custom
28 assorted snares (including some real crap)
and 1 really nice K Zildjian Istanbul
Posted on 12 years ago
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You can also go to the Fender Museum (kind of small, but neat stuff) and I believe that the Fender factory in the same town (Corona) allows tours. I've never been to Pro Drum, so I can't speak from experience, but I've heard that's a must. Also GC in Hollywood has some cool vintage eye candy.

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 12 years ago
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Pro Drum in Hollywood is definitely worth a look. I visited them for the first time a few weeks ago for a Sabian event.

With or without the Ringo display, the Grammy Museum is worthwhile.

The Fender factory tour is very interesting, but call ahead. Go with a guitarist and you might get an augmented experience in their museum section, which is unguided. But you might have a hard time dragging him out of the room where 30 or so guitars and a similar number of amps are set up for shredding.

Also: NAMM's Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, a bit north of San Diego.

9x Slingerland New Rock 50N 12-13-16-22 with 170 (Super S-O-M) holder
• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 12 years ago
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I second NAMM's Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad and Lou's Records in Encinitas - about 15 minutes south of Carlsbad.

60's Gretsch Round Badge 22/13/16
'71 Ludwig B/O Badge 20/12/13/14/16
'72 Ludwig B/O Badge Jazzette 18/12/14
'65 Rogers Holiday 20/12/16
Posted on 12 years ago
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Forgot about Lou's, d'oh!

But there are many quality record stores in the L.A. area that don't require such a drive: Amoeba and Fingerprints in Long Beach come to mind. Each of these hosts occasional performances: Check their websites.

In fact, here are some places to learn more about independent record stores in SoCal and nationwide:

http://www.cimsmusic.com

http://www.recordstoreday.com/Home

9x Slingerland New Rock 50N 12-13-16-22 with 170 (Super S-O-M) holder
• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 12 years ago
#9
Posts: 190 Threads: 34

Oh wow, such great suggestions!

I got a reservation for the DW factory tour and thinking about the Ringo exhibit as well. Luckily my sister is into carting me around for the week and shares musical interests!

Thanks and keep 'em coming!

Posted on 12 years ago
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