For your prime viewing delight is this beautiful vintage Ludwig 5.5x14 Jazz Festival snare drum in Oyster Blue Pearl from 1961. This drum is measures just shy of 5.5 deep, as they would during this production year before they went down to 5" depth. This stunner is 100% original, and the drum tunes up easily and sounds magnificent. These snares are a true joy to own and play. If you've been looking for a Oyster Blue Jazz Fest from 1961 to complete your set, look no further, this beauty has vibe for days. Enjoy!
Brand: Ludwig
Model: Jazz Festival
Type: Snare Drum
Date: November 6, 1961 (Internal Date Stamp)
Size: 5.5x14
Shell: Chrome Over Brass
Finish: Oyster Blue Pearl
Badge: Pre-Serial Keystone
Strainer: Original P-83
Muffler: Small Round Knob
Wires: Original Ludwig
Hoops: Chrome Over Brass
Condition: Excellent
Notes: Aside from top head. it's 100% original. Badge is nice and tight. Strainer is fully functional and operates smoothly. Chrome over brass hoops. Bearing edges are true and original. Two small splits in wrap near badge, the pattern of the wrap makes them barely detectable as the splits go with the grain of the pearl. See the last photo to view the small splits.
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