Early 60's Slingerland Super Gene Krupa 5.5 x14 Radio King Snare Drum

  • Overall this drum is in excellent original condition.
  • All original including the hardware & stamped calf batter and clear snare side heads!
  • The solid maple shell is structurally sound, free of extra holes, and takes heads nicely.
  • Finish is exceptionally clean & vibrant. The photos do not do it justice.
  • Wrap is holding well and flat at the seam, free of pulling or splits.
  • Features chrome over brass hoops in great shape. Original clamshell strainer adjusts properly on both ends and stays engaged while playing.
  • Chrome is very clean around the drum. Some of the lugs show gently speckled pitting. Some scratches & scuffs on the strainer and rims.
  • Fitted with brand new Canopus Radio King Clamshell snare wires. We have the original wires but only a few wires remain.
  • Batter head has a very small hole and reso a 1/4" tear.
  • Single ply maple shell is clean with original bearing edges. Edges take modern heads nicely. Edges are typical of this era with a bit of excess glue/wood filler.
  • Complete and ready to go.

    Please examine all the photos for additional condition information. Feel free to message us if you have any questions not answered in the listing or in the photos.  Sold as-is and will arrive as seen and described.

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Listed9 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • No. 153 Super Gene Krupa Radio King 5.5x14" 8-Lug Solid Maple Snare Drum with Clamshell Strainer
Finish
  • Mardi Gras
Categories
Year
  • 1960 - 1962
Made In
  • United States

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