Ludwig Classic Maple Drums

Inspired by the drum construction from Ludwig’s golden era, Classic Maple drum set and snare drum options are limited only by your imagination. With dozens of configurations, component sizes, current or classic hardware choices and finish possibilities, you are completely in control of how the drum looks, plays and performs.

Each Classic Maple outfit or component drum can be custom configured to include hardware options to best suit any playing environment. Proudly made in Monroe, North Carolina, Ludwig takes great care in selecting only the finest quality materials for Classic Maple drums. This process starts with select North American maple. The maple is cut into panels. The outside panel is 1.8mm thick, two-ply, cross-laminated maple. The center panel is 2.4mm thick, three-ply, cross-laminated maple. The inside panel is 1.8mm thick, two-ply, cross-laminated maple. This gives the 7-ply shells a total thickness of 6 mm.

All Ludwig Classic Maple drums feature bearing edges that are cut to a 45 degree angle within 1/16” from the outside edge. The sharp edges are rounded by light sanding for a smooth even surface. This process results in what is the unmistakable signature Ludwig sound.

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Options

• Finish – Choose from 25 eye-catching finishes varying from Vintage Pearl and Sparkle Wraps, Gloss Lacquers and exclusive Exotic Veneers, all of which demand attention.
• Bass Drum Spurs – Choose from Classic Curved spurs or Elite Telescoping spurs.
• Lugs – Choose from Mini-Classic, Classic or single-piece “Long” lugs.
• Heads - All Classic Maple drums come standard with Ludwig WeatherMaster heads. A variety of head options are available (clear, coated, silver dot, etc) depending on the size and type of drum.
• Badges- The Keystone, Ludwig’s Company Icon, is standard on all Classic Maple Drums and Components. The oval badge replicates one of Ludwig & Ludwig’s earliest badge designs from the 1920’s and comes standard on Classic Maple drums with exotic finishes. Classic Blue and Olive badges are available on certain models, give us a call with questions
• Bass Drum Mounts – Choose a virgin bass drum, Modular Double, Classic Double, Single Rocker or the new Rail Consolette mount.
• Vibra-band Tom Mounts – Ludwig’s new Vibra-Band tom mounting system, features a sleek, small profile mounting plate. The Vibra-Band allows the drum to “float” freely for maximum uninhibited resonance. Shown with an Elite bracket.

Here at DCP, we regularly stock several Classic Maple snare drums and drum kits. See the images and videos below for a few examples of our past and present Ludwig Classic Maple Inventory. You can also see our Ludwig Classic Maple snare drum inventory by clicking here. Give us a call at 603-319-8109 if you have any questions.

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×20, 8×12, 14×14 – Green Glass Glitter

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×20, 8×12, 14×14 – Green Glass Glitter

This beautiful Ludwig Classic Maple drum set is finished in Green Glass Glitter. It features Classic Lugs, Keystone Brackets, Elite Spurs, a Vibra-band for the rack tom and a rail consolette mount on the bass drum.

• Price: $1499.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: In Stock!
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Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×22, 9×13, 16×16 – Sky Blue Pearl

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×22, 9×13, 16×16 – Sky Blue Pearl

The re-introduction of Sky Blue Pearl on Ludwig Classic Maple drums was a huge deal at the NAMM show (2011) this past January. We’ve got one kit on the way matching the NAMM kit specs, right down to the rail consolette mount on the bass drum. This finish is truly a sight to see. You can pre-order this kit below.

• Price: $1629.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: On the Way!
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Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×24, 9×12, 14×16 – Red Glass Glitter

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×24, 9×12, 14×16 – Red Glass Glitter

Red Glass Glitter is one of the hottest finishes available in Ludwig’s Classic Maple lineup, it really shines under the light! This particular rock setup will not only shine, but thunder on stage with the 24″ kick drum!

• Price: $1649.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: In Stock!
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Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 18×24, 10×14, 16×18 – Silver Glass Glitter

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 18×24, 10×14, 16×18 – Silver Glass Glitter

This big, beefy Classic Maple drum set is sure to turn heads on stage. Not only is the Silver Glass Glitter finish eye-catching, but the sound is enormous. Top this one off with a Ludwig LM402 6.5×14 Supraphonic snare drum. Just think Bonham!

• Price: $1669.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: In Stock!
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Ludwig Classic Maple “Fab 4″ Drum Set – 14×22, 9×13, 16×16 – Black Abalone

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×22, 9×13, 16×16 – Black Abalone

This classic setup is topped off with an extremely limited Black Abalone wrap finish. We sold the kit in this picture, but you can still order one just like it! Let us know if you have any questions.

• Price: $1629.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: 8-12 weeks
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Ludwig Classic Maple Rock Drum Set – 14×24, 9×13, 16×16 – Black Abalone

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 14×24, 9×13, 16×16 – Black Abalone

This classic setup, which features a meaty 14×24 kick drum, is topped off with an extremely limited Black Abalone wrap finish. The snare drum stand in the photo is not included, however we do have them available for sale separately. We sold the kit in this picture, but you can still order one just like it! Let us know if you have any questions.

• Price: $1749.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: 8-12 weeks
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Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 18×22, 7×8, 8×10, 9×12, 12×14, 14×16 – Birdseye Maple – 2011 Catalog Spec

Ludwig Classic Maple Drum Set – 18×22, 7×8, 8×10, 9×12, 12×14, 14×16 – Birdseye Maple – 2011 Catalog Spec

The beautiful Birdseye Maple kit shown in the picture above was the actual set featured in the 2011 Ludwig Drums catalog. While this one is gone, you can order an identical kit below. If you have any questions on this one, give us a call!

• Price: $3499.99
• Shipping: FREE within the Continental USA. If you live elsewhere, please call us at 603-319-8109 or send us an email.
• Availability: 8-12 weeks
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