Vintage 20" bass drum in original red sparkle wrap, believed to date from the 1960s and likely manufactured in West Germany by Sonor during the Teardrop era.

The drum features classic teardrop-style lugs, original bass drum spurs, tom mounting hardware, matching inlaid hoops and a natural interior shell with reinforcement rings. A "Made in Western Germany" plaque is fitted to the shell.

An excellent restoration project, player-grade vintage bass drum or donor drum for anyone assembling a period-correct German kit.

Specifications

  • 20" diameter bass drum
  • Approx. 14" depth
  • Original red sparkle wrap
  • Original hardware present
  • Made in West Germany

Condition

  • Vintage used condition.
  • Wrap shows age-related wear, marks and scratches.
  • Chrome hardware has oxidation and pitting in places.
  • One drumhead fitted, opposite head missing.
  • Dust and storage wear throughout.
  • No Sonor badge present, therefore sold as a likely Sonor / West German vintage bass drum rather than a definitively identified example.
  • Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

A rare and increasingly hard-to-find vintage West German bass drum with plenty of restoration potential and great period-correct looks.

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Listeda month ago
ConditionFair (Used)
Fair condition gear should function but will show noticeable cosmetic damage or other issues.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Vintage Teardrop Era 20" Bass Kick Drum, Western Germany
Finish
  • Red Sparkle
Categories
Year
  • 1960s
Made In
  • Germany

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