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Classic Oak

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Classic Oak

DARK PRESENCE. SCULPTED DEFINITION.

Classic Oak is built on the original Ludwig, cross-over, Oak shell formula that has captivated professionals for the last decade. Our exclusive design blends Oak and Maple to produce a rich tone that is balanced, focused, and loud. With exciting new finishes and more configuration options, Classic Oak joins its counterpart, Classic Maple, as a powerful, dynamic, professional drum set.


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STANDARD OUTFITS

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FAB: 14" x 22" BD, 16" x 16" FT, 9" x 13" TT

FAB 3-PC SHELL PACK

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16" X 22" BD, 16" X 16" FT, 8" X 12" TT, and 7" x 10" TT

STUDIO 4-PC SHELL PACK

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14" X 24" BD, 16" X 16" FT, 9" X 13" TT

PRO BEAT 3-PC SHELL PACK


NEW FINISHES

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GREEN BURST - K4

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BLUE BURST - K3

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BROWN BURST - K2


SONIC SUMMARY

Shell

5-ply, 6.5mm cross-over shell: 3-ply maple core with American red oak inner and outer plies. This is a proprietary Ludwig design not traditional to most Oak builds. The maple add's more control and low-end to the Oak to produce a more well-rounded tone as opposed to a straight Oak shell.

To increase stability through out the drum, all Ludwig USA shells are produced using Radio Frequency Shell Technology. Using a process involving our historic bladder molds that date back to the late 1960's, 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.

Bearing Edge

Dual 45-degree bearing edge for added focus, attach, and tuning control. A 3-ply maple core is used at this shell's core for the apex of the bearing edge for even head to edge contact. The oak inner/outer plies maximize attack and stick definition for a sound with dark presence and sculpted definition.


Sonic Grid

Blending aggressive attack and dark tones with quick even decay. Classic Oak is ideal for settings where volume, attack, and control are of the utmost priority.


Classic Oak Finishes
Tennessee Whiskey.jpg
Tennessee Whiskey - TW
Black Hybrid Sparkle Tom H1.jpg
Black Hybrid Sparkle - H1
Copper Hybrid Sparkle Tom H2.jpg
Copper Hybrid Sparkle - H1
Night Oak - BH_High Res_3836 - Copy.jpg
Night Oak - BH
SMOKE Coming Soon.jpg
SMOKE - SK
Classic Olive Pearl Finish Sample.jpg
Classic Olive Pearl - 87
White Marine - 0P_High Res_3871.jpg
White Marine - 0P
Vintage White Marine - NM_High Res_3865.jpg
Vintage White Marine - NM
Sky Blue - 52_High Res_3848.jpg
Sky Blue - 52
Aged Onyx - AO_High Res_3856 - Copy.jpg
Aged Onyx - AO
Digital Black Sparkle.jpg
DIGITAL BLACK SPARKLE - A5
Silver Sparkle - OS_High Res_3873.jpg
Silver Sparkle - OS
Red Sparkle - 27_High Res_3839 - Copy.jpg
Red Sparkle - 27
Gold Sparkle - 33_High Res_3844 - Copy.jpg
Gold Sparkle - 33
Green Sparkle - 54_High Res_3850 - Copy.jpg
Green Sparkle - 54
Blue Sparkle - 32_High Res_3843 - Copy.jpg
Blue Sparkle - 32
Vintage Black Oyster - 1Q_High Res_3837.jpg
Vintage Black Oyster - 1Q
Vintage Blue Oyster - 2Q_High Res_3842.jpg
Vintage Blue Oyster - 2Q
Blue Olive Oyster Coming Soon.jpg
BLUE OLIVE OYSTER - 2P
Olive Oyster Finish Sample.jpg
Olive Oyster - 86
Citrus Mod_Finish_Sample_A3.jpg
CITRUS MOD - A3
Vintage Pink Oyster VP.jpg
Vintage Pink Oyster - VP
MOD ORANGE COMING SOON.jpg
MOD ORANGE - 51
Black Cortex Coming Soon.jpg
BLACK CORTEX - 0G
White Cortex Finish Sample.jpg
White Cortex - 0F
Gallery
Classic Oak Fab Smoke_L7342AXSKWC.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Smoke - L7342AXSKWC
Classic Oak Fab Tennessee Whiskey_L7342AXTWWC.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Tennessee Whiskey - L7342AXTWWC
L7342AXK2WC_Ludwig_Classic Oak_Fab_Brown Burst_001.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Brown Burst - L7342AXK2WC
L7342AXK3WC_Ludwig_Classic Oak_Fab_Blue Burst_001.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Blue Burst - L7342AXK2WC
L7342AXK4WC_Ludwig_Classic Oak_Fab_Green Burst_001.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Green Burst - L7342AXK4WC
Component Specs

Bass Drums - Virgin w/Elite Spurs

Diameter

Depth

Model

20" 14" LCB740XX__
22" 14" LCB742XX__WC
18" LCB782XX__
24" 14" LCB744__WC

Floor Tom - Triad Brackets w/12.5mm Legs

Diameter

Depth

Model

14" 14" LCF744XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
14" LCF744__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
16" 16" LCF766XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
16" LCF766XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
18" 16" LCF768__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
16" LCF768XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)

Tom Tom - Atlas Mounting

Diameter

Depth

Model

10" 8" LCT780XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
12" 8" LCT782XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
8" LCT782XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
9" LCT792XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
13" 9" LCT793__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
9" LCT793XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)

SNARE DRUM - Twin Lugs, P88 Throw-Off, and P35 Butt-Plate

Diameter

Depth

Model

14" 5" LS754XX__
6.5" LS764XX__

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