1964 Ludwig Jazz Festival 14" x 5" Silver Sparkle snare drum
1964 Ludwig Jazz Festival 14" x 5" Silver Sparkle snare drum
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1964 Ludwig Jazz Festival Snare Drum – 14" x 5" | Silver Sparkle
An iconic Chicago-era Ludwig Jazz Festival snare drum, dating to 1964, featuring the Chicago Keystone badge with 5-digit serial number #69722.
Condition: Very good overall. Fully original with no structural or functional issues. Minor pitting is present on some lugs, purely cosmetic and consistent with age.
Shell:
Classic 3-ply construction (Mahogany / Poplar / Mahogany)
Reinforced with maple re-rings
Original “resocote” interior
Hardware & Components:
P-83 strainer
P-32 butt plate with 1960s Ludwig logo
P-4067 red felt internal tone control (“baseball bat” style)
COB (chrome over brass) hoops
Aftermarket snare wires
Heads:
New Remo Ambassador Coated batter head
New Remo Renaissance snare-side head
The drum has been completely disassembled, thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and professionally reassembled, ensuring optimal performance while preserving originality.
A legendary studio and live snare, renowned for its warm, open tone, articulate response, and classic Ludwig crack—a true benchmark of 1960s American drum craftsmanship.
Professionally packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal.