Brand new, here is a Ludwig 5x14" snare drum finished in Citrus Mod! This is a standard Classic Maple build featuring 10 bowtie lugs, 7-ply maple shell, and a P88 throw off.


Here's some info from Ludwig on their Classic Maple line:


"Classic Maple series drums have been the professional choice for over 20 years. Its full tonality, rich sustain, and exceptional versatility has made these drums the premier choice for any performance application. Utilizing a process refined through over a century of drum making, Classic Maple drums preserve the signature Ludwig sound with optimal performance. Select from a range of popular Standard Outfits or custom tailor your kit through The Ludwig Outfitter. Hand-crafted at Ludwig USA in Monroe, NC

About the shell:

Classic Maple's standard 7-ply, 6mm shell is formulated for optimum resonance and tonality. Its center three-ply core panel (laminated in a horizontal/vertical/horizontal grain bond to a 2.4mm thickness,) is inserted between inner and outer two-ply panels through our proprietary RFST molding process.

To increase stability through out the drum, all Ludwig USA shells are produced using Radio Frequency Shell Technology. Using a process involving our historic bladder molds that date back to the late 1960's, R.F.S.T.'s unique bonding system -combined with a specialized, time-tested adhesive- cures each shell evenly over the entire surface of the shell. This process is truly a principal ingredient in creating the "Ludwig Sound" in every shell we make.

Each drum's bearing edge is cut to a 45-degree angle within 1/16" from the outside edge. This profile is critical for a wide tuning range, and maximum sustain. The edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface for easy head seating; the final touch to complete the unmistakable Ludwig Sound."


Steve's Notes: I'm a huge fan of Ludwig as you probably know. I'm also a fan of fine vintage drums and the great finishes that were available. Ludwig had the very cool Psychedelic Red and Mod Orange finishes that debuted in the 60s. There was also Citrus Mod, which didn't come into the picture until the very late 60s and was only around for a short time. By the time Citrus Mod came out, these "psychedelic" finishes were starting to become less popular. Citrus mod is, as a result, extremely rare and is the rarest of any of these three finishes by far. Additionally, all three of these multi-color finishes had a tendency to fade, with certain of the colors fading more than others. For this re-issue of Citrus Mod Ludwig spent a ton of time and energy reproducing this finish accurately, and they nailed it. I have had a few excellent original Citrus Mod drums in my day, and I can safely say that this reissue captures it perfectly. - Steve



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Brand
Model
  • LS403 Classic Maple 6.5x14" 10-Lug Snare Drum
Finish
  • Citrus Mod
Categories
Made In
  • United States
Diameter
  • 14"
Shell Material
  • Maple

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