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David Garibaldi has retired from Tower of Power! David's innovative grooves propelled the band and helped define their unique funky sound. After an amazing 55 year run, he's putting away his Tower of Power sticks.
His ground breaking work with Tower of Power and his long list of instructional books and videos, have established him as one of the most influential drummers of our time.
From the David Garibaldi Collection at Donn Bennett's Drum Vault in Seattle, WA.
From David's personal snare drum collection. This early 1960's Gretsch Round Badge 4x14" Progressive Jazz snare drum marks an early step in David's exploration of shallower "Piccolo" sized snare drums. His exploration ultimately led to the creation of his 3.5" x 14" Yamaha Signature model snare drum.
David found this snare at Leo's Music in Oakland, CA in the late 90s. He discovered that this Gretsch drum, like most Gretsch drums of this era are actually just a smidge over 14" in diameter, causing a standard size head to fit too snug and choke the sound of the drum. After some use it caused the original head to split at the collar. At that point the drum was retired.
This problem is easily remedied by using a head like the Remo Classic or Aquarian Modern Vintage that are specially designed to fit vintage drums of this era.
The drum is in excellent condition. There's some mild pitting and scratching on the hardware. Everything works as intended. Nothing broken, missing or damaged. The pictures tell it like it is.
We've included David's original signed (split) snare head, pair of David's signature model sticks and his soft padded case. A COA signed by David Garibaldi and the seller is also included.
Serial Number: #19015
Acquired directly from David Garibaldi. Includes a COA signed by David Garibaldi.
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