Sold as-is and will arrive as seen and described. Feel free to message us if you have any questions not answered in the listing or in the photos. Please examine all the photos for additional condition information. Modern heads fit on the drum but we would recommend a vintage inspired head like the Remo Classic series which fit on beautifully.īearing edges are original and relatively smooth. There are some very subtle flat spots in the edge that have been featured in the photos.Ī beautiful players piece. Complete and ready to go. Hoops have some minor bending and the top hoop is not perfectly in round, but it sits around the collar of the head without causing uneven tension. The chrome Gretsch cast hoops are from the 1950's. Gretsch Renown 57 Drum Set 22' 5pc Shell Pack w/ Snare Drum Silver Oyster Pearl. The strainer holds well in the on/engaged position and will not slip into the off position on its own. 10/12/14/22 (the 12in is not pictured but it is included) 14in matching snare. The arm is very temperamental despite our best efforts, it is a finicky mistress. Strainer adjusts nicely via the knob only. A previous owner added the throw off at some point, leaving 4 holes that are hidden under the strainer. Lugs, muffler, and butt end of the strainer are original to the drum and all in good working order. There is just a bit of missing wrap around the bearing edge where the collar of the head sits. It is holding well at the seam and is free of cracks. It shows some fading around the drum along with some brown spots. Original gold sparkle wrap has aged nicely. The shell is in round and will now take modern heads. We sent this beauty to Mattoon Drums & Percussion this spring and they steamed the shell and sealed the interior. Please review photos, and ask any questions you may have.Gretsch Broadkaster Snare Drum In Gold Sparkle Local pick up is available to avoid shipping fees. Photo with snare and cymbals is just to show set up. I have not tried Remo heads since drums were recovered. Sale includes four drums only. Edges re-cut by Precision Drum Company.ĭrums are outfitted with Aquarian American Vintage heads. This drum was cut to 45◦ bearing edges to match other refurbished drums listed for sale. This gold sparkle wrap is original with very minor lift at seam. Original die cast hoops, lugs, tension rods, and diamond plate leg brackets. *16x16 -badge reads “That Great Gretsch Sound.” Sealer, orange tag, black stamp model no. Original die cast hoops, lugs (one replaced with era correct lug from Rupps), tension rods and diamond plate leg brackets. Nothing is noticeable when heads and rims are on.ġ4x14 –silver sealer, orange tag with green felt marker model no. Drum was trimmed due to thick shell to fit modern heads. New Gretsch bracket added to accept 12.7mm post. Mount later removed and holes plugged before recovering. Original mount (plastic ball) removed and holes plugged with Yamaha mount added. Pratt mufflers removed and holes plugged. 5 lug die cast hoops, lugs (with exception of one or two updated with Gretsch parts), and tension rods are original. Updated with Gretsch bass plate.Ĩx12 –silver sealer, orange tag, green felt marker model no. One or two lugs replaced with correct era lug from Rupps Drums. Original T-rods updated, but claws are original. Pratt muffler removed and holes plugged before recovering. Original Gretsch spurs removed, holes plugged and Gibraltar spurs installed. Original bass plate was removed years ago, holes plugged and badge repositioned closer to batter. All drums recut to 45◦ bearing edges by Precision Company.ġ4x20” –silver sealer, orange tag, green felt marker model no. Cannot confirm Remo will fit with recovering. All drums outfitted with Aquarian American Vintage heads. Three pieces (12", 14" and 20") originally purchased as a dark walnut jazz kit and the badges read “drum makers since 1883.” The 16" is an add on. Great “players kit.” Sale includes four drums: 14x20 bass, 8x12 tom, 14x14 and 16x16* floor toms, mounting post and 6 legs. 1979 Gretsch Drums –Refurbished with gold glass glitter wrap by Precision Drum Company.
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