1976 Ludwig Pioneer 14" x 5" Red Sparkle snare drum
Condition & Authenticity
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Sound & Playability
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1976 Ludwig Pioneer Snare Drum – 14" x 5" | Red Sparkle
A beautifully preserved Ludwig Pioneer snare drum from 1976, finished in a vibrant and original Red Sparkle wrap.
Equipped with the correct Pointed Blue & Olive badge, serial number #1061007, accurately dating this drum to 1976.
Condition:
Excellent overall condition. All parts are original, with hardware in outstanding shape—no pitting, corrosion, or issues. A very clean and well-maintained example.
Shell:
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Classic 3-ply Ludwig shell
Mahogany / Poplar / Maple
Maple reinforcement rings
Hardware & Components:
Original P-85 “Black Face” multi-hole strainer
Correct 1970s Ludwig logo butt plate
P-4066 internal tone control with black round felt
Period-correct Ludwig snare wires
All original hardware in perfect working order
Heads:
New Remo Ambassador batter and resonant heads
The snare has been fully disassembled, carefully inspected, cleaned, and professionally reassembled, ensuring optimal playability while preserving full originality.
Sound & Character:
The Pioneer delivers a focused, punchy, and articulate tone with the warmth and musicality Ludwig is known for. Highly versatile, it performs beautifully across rock, pop, funk, soul, and studio applications.
A clean, all-original 1970s Ludwig Pioneer, increasingly sought after by both players and collectors.
Professionally packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal.