Ludwig 1930 Standard Model Re-issue Snare Drum

The Ludwig 1930 Standard Model Re-issue snare drum is a limited edition Nickel-over-Brass drum handcrafted by Italian goldsmith Adrian Kirchler. The Ludwig 1930 Standard Model Re- issue snare drum is the first snare drum in the modern era to use Ludwig’s original two-piece shell.

According to Mr. Kirchler, “The original Standard and Deluxe models used two thin, brass sheets that were hand-rolled and joined together at the bead, creating a very strong shell formed using the traditional double-crimped bearing edge on the top and bottom. This new Standard model is absolutely true to the original 2-pc shell design.”

The original Ludwig Standard and Deluxe snare drums are –of course- more commonly known today by their modern names: Chrome-Over-Brass and Black Beauty. After Conn purchased Ludwig and Ludwig in the early 1930s, the single-piece shell construction used today was implemented, and the original two-piece Standard shell became a thing of the past. Using the same level of craftsmanship Adrian used on Ludwig’s 100th Anniversary Gold Triumphal snares, each two-piece brass shell on the 1930 “Standard” Reissue is hand-made in the Italian Alps and Nickel-plated for a superior finish. Two panels are hand-engraved using the Ludwig Triumphal “Flower” pattern, and fitted in the USA with brass-plated die-cast hoops and tube lugs. Each also comes fitted in a custom, vintage-themed case.

Only 60 of these beautiful works of art will be made. You can order yours today by calling Shane at 603-319-8109!

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