|
|
A Custom Solution for the Discerning Player.
Shell and Series Info
SERIES INFO
Large-scale touring and live performance. High-volume settings in larger rooms/venues.
|
 SHELL7-ply Cross-Laminated North American Maple.
Preferred by professionals for its tonal versatility, Classic Maple drums are the ideal choice for any performance application. Its high sensitivity, wide dynamic tuning range, and sharp attack make it the ideal choice for live performance. Yet Classic Maple's 7-ply shell is crafted to respond to the player and environment quickly, making it adaptable to any playing style or preference.
|
 BEARING EDGEEach drum's bearing edge is cut to a 45-degree angle within 1/16" from the outside edge. This sharp edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface for easy head seating; the final touch to complete the unmistakable Ludwig Sound. |
|
 RFST MOLDINGClassic Maple's standard 7-ply, 6mm shell is formulated for optimum resonance and tonality. Its center three-ply core panel (laminated in a horizontal/vertical/horizontal grain bond to a 2.4mm thickness,) is inserted between inner and outer two-ply panels through our proprietary RFST molding process.
To increase stability through out the drum, all Ludwig USA shells are produced using Radio Frequency Shell Technology. Using a process involving our original bladder molds, R.F.S.T.'s unique bonding system -combined with a specialized, time-tested adhesive- cures each shell evenly over the entire surface of the shell. This process is truly a principal ingredient in creating the "Ludwig Sound" in every shell we make. |
Gallery
Product Gallery (click any kit photo to view a larger image)
Featured Kit: Classic Maple 2-Up/2-Down kit in White Marine Pearl (L8245XX,) w/ added 18x22" Bass Drum (LB882XX) 6.5x14" Acrolite Classic Snare (LM405LTD) |
LCG Options
• Classic Maple WrapTite Pearloid
• Mini Classic Lugs
• Elite Tom Mount and Holder
• Elite Spurs
• Keystone Badge
• Keystone Floor Tom Brackets
• Vibraband w/ Keystone Bracket
• LCG Bass Drum Hoops: White Cortex w/Black Diamond Pearl Inlay
|
|---|
Featured Kit: Pewter Glass Glitter LCG Kit
|
• L B 8 4 4 X X 1 A - 14x24 Bass Drum
• L B 8 8 0 X X 1 A - 18x20 Bass Drum
• L F 8 6 8 X X 1 A - 16x18 Floor Tom
• L F 8 6 6 X X 1 A - 16x16 Floor Tom
• L T 8 0 4 X X 1 A - 10x14 Tom Tom
• L T 8 8 2 X X 1 A - 8x12 Tom Tom
• L T 8 7 0 X X 1 A - 7x10 Tom Tom
• L T 8 7 8 X X 1 A - 7x8 Tom Tom
• LW0814JR
LCG Options
• Classic Maple WrapTite Glass Glitter
• Large Classic Lugs
• Less Mount and Holder
• Curved Spurs
• Blue/Olive Badge
• Classic Floor Tom Brackets
• Vibrabands w/ Classic Bracket
|
|---|
Featured Kit: Classic Maple Fab22 Kit in Premium Vintage Black Oyster Pearl WrapTite Finish (L8263XX0Q) w/5x14" Black Beauty Snare (LB416)
|
• WrapTite Premium Pearl
• Classic Lugs
• Rail Consolette Tom Holder
• Curved Spurs
• Blue/Olive Badge
• Classic Floor Tom Brackets
• Bass-Drum shell-mount cymbal holder
|
|---|
Featured Kit: Burgundy Glass Glitter LCG Kit
|
•8"x6" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Keystone Bracket L T 8 8 6 K M 1 D
•8"x8" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Vibraband w/Keystone Bracket L T 8 8 8 K M 1 D
•8"x10" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Vibraband w/Keystone Bracket L T 8 8 0 K M 1 D
•9"x12" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Vibraband w/Keystone Bracket L T 8 9 2 K M 1 D
•10"x13" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Vibraband w/Keystone Bracket LT803KM1D
•11"x14" Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Vibraband w/Keystone Bracket LT814KM1D
•14"x14" Floor Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Keystone Bracket L F 8 4 4 X X 1 D
•14"x15" Floor Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Keystone Bracket L F 8 4 5 X X 1 D
•16"x16" Floor Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Keystone Bracket L F 8 6 6 X X 1 D
•16"x18" Floor Tom, Mini-Classic Lugs, Keystone Bracket L F 8 6 8 X X 1 D
•18"x22" Bass Drum, Mini-Classic Lugs, Elite Spurs L B 8 8 2 X X 1 D
•6.5"x14" Snare Drum, Tube-Style Lugs, Millennium Strainer L S 4 0 3 T X 1 D
LCG Options
• Premium Burgundy Glass Glitter Finish
• Mini-Classic Lugs
• Tom Sizes from 6" to 18"
• Keystone Badge
• Keystone Brackets
• Elite Bass Drum Spurs
• 2.3mm Hoops
• Die-Cast Hoops and Tube Lugs (Snare Only)
• Vibraband Suspension Mounts
|
|---|
Components Sizes Available
Component Drums
Custom configure any combination of components with the Ludwig Configuration Generator
| Bass Drums |
|
|
| Diameter |
Depth |
Model |
| 18" |
14" |
LB848 |
| 16" |
LB868 |
| 20" |
14" |
LB840 |
| 16" |
LB860 |
| 18" |
LB880 |
| 22" |
14" |
LB842 |
| 16" |
LB862 |
| 18" |
LB882 |
| 20" |
LB802 |
| 24" |
14" |
LB844 |
| 16" |
LB864 |
| 18" |
LB884 |
| 20" |
LB804 |
| 26" |
14" |
LB846 |
| 16" |
LB866 |
| Floor Toms |
|
|
| Diameter |
Depth |
Model |
| 14" |
12" |
LF824 |
| 14" |
LF844 |
| 15" |
13" |
LF835 |
| 14" |
LF845 |
| 16" |
14" |
LF846 |
| 16" |
LF866 |
| 18" |
16" |
LF868 |
| Snare Drums |
|
|
| Diameter |
Depth |
Model |
| 14" |
5" |
LS401 |
| 6.5" |
LS403 |
| 14" |
3.5" |
LS558 |
| 13" |
6" |
LS557 |
| 13" |
3" |
LS462 |
| 12" |
6" |
LS555 |
|
| Toms |
|
|
| Diameter |
Depth |
Model |
| 6" |
8" |
LT886 |
| 8" |
7" |
LT878 |
| 8" |
LT888 |
| 10" |
7" |
LT870 |
| 8" |
LT880 |
| 9" |
LT890 |
| 12" |
11" |
LT812 |
| 12" |
8" |
LT882 |
| 9" |
LT892 |
| 10" |
LT802 |
| 13" |
9" |
LT893 |
| 10" |
LT803 |
| 11" |
LT813 |
| 12" |
LT823 |
| 14" |
10" |
LT804 |
| 11" |
LT814 |
| 12" |
LT824 |
| 13" |
LT834 |
| 14" |
LT844 |
| 15" |
12" |
LT825 |
| 13" |
LT835 |
| 14" |
LT845 |
| 16" |
13" |
LT836 |
| 14" |
LT846 |
| 16" |
LT866 |
|
Artist Quotes
Samuel Fogarino, Interpol
 "These drum sets are very animated; they hum, sing, and breathe, like a living, rhythmical being. The sound is very musical, from the light tap of a brush.... to the massive crack of a sticks blunt end, my Ludwigs re-define versatility. If the player knows context and dynamics - these kits take that knowledge to a higher level. They'll make you look smart, and sound even smarter."
Matt Sorum, Velvet Revolver
 "The Ludwig Sound: The Classic Vibe. Pure and truthful to the very core of the wood they are built from. I feel that when I play my drums; it doesn't get any better than my Ludwigs!"
|
