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 and transport. What are those old sayings? “There is nothing new under the sun,” and, “Everything old is new again.”  These original trap kits still sound great and are a lot of fun to play. They have classic character and timeless beauty. Not to mention the fact that the painted bass drum heads really light up a room and create an instant presence, another tradition that lives today. The Northup Drums Museum has two Ludwig trap kits that are classic examples of these type of drum kits. Just like we do today, when you ordered these kits you could customize the sizes, decide on which accessories you wanted, and choose […]

November 2023 Issue