Ludwig 100th Anniversary

Snare Drums of a Century Collection

The Ludwig Legacy was built on a foundation of legendary snare drums. Now, in our 100th year, Ludwig pays homage to the drums that made us great with the Snare Drums of a Century Collection. The Triumphal, the Black Beauty, the Supraphonic; all represented in grand tribute models that will be limited to 100 models each and available at select Ludwig Platinum dealers worldwide. These are not just snare drums to be appreciated for tone and function, they are truly a piece of history.

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The 1928 Gold Triumphal Reissue

(LGT100ANV)
Hand-Engraved 24k Gold Plated Brass Shell

The crown jewel of the Ludwig collection, the Triumphal was only produced between 1926 and 1928. Every element of the 100th Anniversary reissue has been hand-crafted in the Italian Alps to the exact specifications of the original. Production is limited to 100 pieces, each engraved with a year in Ludwig's production history.

Please visit www.goldtriumphal.com for more information about this limited edition snare drum.

The 100th Anniversary Black Beauty

(LB2009BT)
Hand-engraved Nickel-plated brass w/ brass hardware

Often imitated but never duplicated, Ludwig set the standard for all others to follow with the Black Beauty. The 100th Anniversary edition, hand-engraved by master craftsman John Aldridge, is more ornately appointed than all others before it, and features the mark of three generations of Ludwig history. "Chief" Keystone badge.

The 100th Anniversary Black Magic

(LW6514ANV)
Laser-engraved Nickel-plated Brass Shell

A tribute workhorse for the performing musician, the 100th Anniversary Black Magic comes in 5x14" and 6.5x14" models and features a beautifully scrolled shell, precision etched into the Black Nickel plating with a computer-controlled laser.

The Chief Supraphonic Collection

(L2006)
Beaded Titanium Shell

In tribute to Bill Ludwig II's pioneering legacy, the original 6.5x14" Titanium Supraphonic snare (L2006) is joined by the first 5.5x14" Supraphonic (L2008) in Ludwig's history for a limited production run of 100. Features Ronn Dunnett's trademark thin shell, piston snare throw-off, and adjustable air vent, as well as the newly-minted "Chief" Keystone Badge.

The Chief Supraphonic Collection

(L2008)
Beaded Titanium Shell

In tribute to Bill Ludwig II's pioneering legacy, the original 6.5x14" Titanium Supraphonic snare (L2006) is joined by the first 5.5x14" Supraphonic (L2008) in Ludwig's history for a limited production run of 100. Features Ronn Dunnett's trademark thin shell, piston snare throw-off, and adjustable air vent, as well as the newly-minted "Chief" Keystone Badge.