1964 Slingerland Snare

Vintage 1964 Slingerland 14x5.5 Wood Shell Snare Drum – Niles Era – Zoomatic Strainer

Up for sale is a 1964 Slingerland 14x5.5 wood shell snare drum from the early Niles, Illinois production era. This is a great example of Slingerland’s mid-60s craftsmanship, featuring a classic 3-ply style wood shell with reinforcement rings and the original Zoomatic throw-off.

Brand: Slingerland

• Year: 1964 (stamped “64” inside shell)
• Size: 14” x 5.5”
• Shell: Wood shell with reinforcement rings
• Lugs: 8-lug configuration
• Strainer: Zoomatic (two-point mounted throw-off)
• Badge: Niles, Illinois
• Era: Early Niles production

Overall good vintage condition for its age. Shell is solid and structurally sound with reinforcement rings intact. Hardware shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with a 1960s drum. Zoomatic strainer functions properly.

Classic warm, dry vintage Slingerland tone with plenty of body and sensitivity. These wood shell drums are known for their musical crack and versatility—great for rock, jazz, and studio use.

This is an early Niles-era Slingerland from 1964, a transitional period where build quality and classic design still closely followed the Radio King tradition before later standardization. These drums are becoming increasingly sought after for their tone and simplicity.