Vintage 1983 Sonor Signature HLZ 5480 Hi-Hat Stand – RARE Early Production Era – Made in W. Germany (Serial 0678) – Holy Grail Heavy Hardware
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A rare opportunity for serious Sonor collectors and vintage drum enthusiasts.Up for sale is a highly coveted, early-production masterpiece from the golden era of Horst Link: the Sonor Signature Series HLZ 5480 Hi-Hat Stand. ✔️
Manufactured in West Germany in June 1983 (Confirmed by the early factory serial code: 0678). ✔️
The Signature series hardware is universally recognized as some of the finest, most durable drum equipment ever built. It is famously built like a tank, offering unmatched stability, industrial-grade casting, and a buttery-smooth mechanical response that modern stands struggle to replicate. Early 1983 production runs are particularly prized by collectors for their historical significance and uncompromising build quality. ✔️
Key Features & Collector's Details:
Date of Production: June 1983 (Early-era factory code 0678). ✔️
Heavy-Duty German Engineering: Massive chrome-plated double-braced legs and cast-metal components. ✔️
Iconic Sonor Aesthetics: Features the original, iconic T-bar wing screws and the signature footboard design with rubber inserts. ✔️
Hexagonal Pull Rod System: Legendary non-slip design that keeps your clutch locked perfectly in place without twisting. ( Clutch not included) ✔️
Specifications & Weight:
Net Weight (Stand only): Approx. 7.0 - 7.5 kg / 15.4 - 16.5 lbs. (True to the Signature legacy, this is incredibly heavy, bulletproof hardware built for absolute stability). ✔️
Tubing and Legs: Oversized chrome steel tubing with heavy-duty double-braced legs. ✔️
Condition:Cosmetic: very good+vintage condition / Great player's condition . The chrome retains a brilliant, deep mirror shine with minimal pitting/minor surface scuffs typical for its age. No structural damage, no modifications, and no rust. ( Please see pictures it's part of description) ✔️
Important: used condition don't have warranty and not returnable, please write questions before payment ✍️ ✔️
Functional: 100% original and fully operational. The spring tension mechanism is tight, smooth, and quiet. The pedal chain and rod operate flawlessly. All original threads and wing nuts are intact and strip-free.This is not just a piece of hardware; it’s a bulletproof investment and a time capsule from Sonor's most prestigious era. ✔️
Perfect for completing your early 1980s Sonor Signature or Phonic drum kit. ✔️
Shipping & Packing:
The stand is extremely heavy, so it will be packed with absolute care using professional bubble wrap and a heavy-duty box to ensure it arrives safely. ✔️
Estimated Shipping Weight (Packed safely): Approx. 8.5 - 9.0 kg / 18.7 - 19.8 lbs. ✔️
Worldwide shipping available 🌍
International buyers are welcome — please message me for an accurate shipping quote to your location before purchasing.
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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