Collector's Corner

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1928 Ludwig Rialto and 1933 Ludwig Pioneer Trap Kits

The drum set has come a long way from the simple trap kits of the 1920s and 30s. Ironically, many drummers today are returning to these very simple sets for busking (type) gigs, favoring the convenience and ease of packing…

Tim Northup
Nov 1, 2023

The Starr Festival Snare

Over the years, Gary Astridge has meticulously researched Ringo’s drumkits and assembled exact replicas of the ones used with the Beatles.

by Bob Campbell
Aug 26, 2019

Eddie Knight: A Living Legend of Leedy Lore

When I walked into the South Bend, Indiana, drum studio of veteran drummer/teacher/collector Eddie Knight, I picked up more sensory input than I could process. On the walls were autographed pictures of past guests and former students. While I looked…

Modern Drummer
Nov 9, 2015
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