Nov 1950 Leedy & Ludwig LM395 'Knob Tension' in White Marine Pearl - 5.5x14

Name: Nov 1950 Leedy & Ludwig LM395 'Knob Tension' in White Marine Pearl - 5.5x14
Brand: Nelson Drum Shop
SKU: SQ8654209
Price: 425.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$425.00 USD

Nov 1950 Leedy & Ludwig LM395 'Knob Tension' in White Marine Pearl - 5.5x14 Nothing quite like a Knob Tension! This experimental tensioning system by Leedy & Ludwig designed by… Read more

Nothing quite like a Knob Tension! This experimental tensioning system by Leedy & Ludwig designed by George Way (and rumored to be the reason for his firing) was short-lived. These drums are particular to say the least. The knobs turn and tension, but this drum is suffering from some rering delamination on the top edge. It has come loose, so the shell can't create enough tension to properly tune. This drum is ultimately more of a showpiece any how, but in it's. current state especially so. Experienced hands could fix it. Muffler present and functional. Throw works and holds. Wires are rigged with a metal strip as this drum required wires with an attached metal strip on either end to screw into the throw and butt plate. Hardware is fairly clean with some pitting and oxidation. Batter ‘hoop’ has some scuffs and residue. There’s a touch of wrap shrinkage that is visible on the thumbscrew that is on the batter side of the panel opposite the badge. These drums are quite fragile, but this is a fantastic piece for for an interesting collection.

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Nov 1950 Leedy & Ludwig LM395 'Knob Tension' in White Marine Pearl - 5.5x14