LUDWIG LEGACY KIT - TUNING AND FIRST PLAY

[@kevinbullock9443]

Even watching other people get new drums makes me happy.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

😁

[@tmaddrummer]

Yep, me too Drum Brother!

[@frozd58]

I feel the same when drummers actually make great kits sound good . This is definitely the case here. A great kit for a very good drummer.

[@TempoDrift1480]

Yeah definitely.

[@sabbathfan65]

That Ludwig sound is second to none

[@drummer78]

There is just something about Ludwigs.

[@susanmaggiora4800]

Tuxedo Cat Yeah, it’s kind of hard to explain, but I feel they just sound like drums are supposed to sound.

[@The_Walrus_Was_Paul_1984]

That kit is beautiful, any black finish on a Ludwig is pleasing to the eye.

[@hipgroove68]

I want to see him play the boxes they came in! ( Which he would still make sound good,lol )

[@susanmaggiora4800]

I’ve always loved the sound of fresh heads settling on a drum. Those drums sound marvelous. I love my Classic Maples & have wanted to get a Legacy Mahogany kit for awhile now.

[@alanduncan1980]

I'd prefer a white reso head with a black logo. The white is a good contrast against the black sparkle, but that's just me. It looks great with the black reso head too.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

I feel you, thanks Alan. Happy New Year

[@loop81x]

Amazing sounding drums and looking really spectacular in that finish. Congratulations for your amazing work here on KZbin.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thank you!

[@AlexSlavenDrums]

I really appreciate the tuning part of this video, can't wait to see it!

[@drummaman1]

Great choice of finish and sizes! If I may, when I had my Ludwigs, I found it more “feng shui” to align the wrap seams on the hoops with the wrap seams on the bass drum shell, rather than hiding them under bass drum claws, one I couldn’t conceal due to the length of the wrap compared to the position of the lugs. They are your drums, of course, so whatever works for you! Cheers!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

I may try that! Thanks

[@bobby9727]

Looking forward to this George, I will be busy during the premier but will definitely watch the replay Cheers and Thank you.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Bobby

[@rorymcclellan3740]

Lays down the force of Bonham, quietly remarks: "The heads have already begun to loosen" XD

[@robbasso893]

Great looking & sounding kit. You’re a phenomenal player George, thank you for all that you share with us! Happy New Year!!

[@ctrainugly6444]

Holy Smokes!!!! 😳 Sounds absolutely KILLER! Great job George.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks!

[@raygsbrelcik5578]

Yeh, sounds good to me...Wish I had a Set.

[@imcharming4808]

Watched this all the way through. This made me really think about how much and why I love the drums. If I ever need to remember again, watching this will be a good place to start - same goes for introducing someone to the instrument. Thanks and happy holidays!

[@stevengood6434]

I like the black reso head with the logo.

[@bogfish9664]

God! They sound just as good as they look!

[@HoldenMcG]

Dang, it's a placeholder for tomorrow's premiere... now I almost feel like I got 'Rick Rolled,' but Rick aint even here to be had!!! Looking forward to the event.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Ha!! I figgered it's better to premiere that way people can chat as it's running.

[@HoldenMcG]

@@BONHAMOLOGY HA! You da man Geo... It should be a fun event. Can't wait to hear the new kit. Once I move and get my forever house, one of the 'must buy's' is going to be a new Legacy kit.

[@rabidwookie606]

You absolutely rock!

[@kimmybunting7655]

We all feel you on the atrophy issue. No gigs really steals your music reflexes and endurance. Thank you for being such an inspiration in this difficult time. You're like part of my family now!💗

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thank you!!

[@walterhammond290]

Moleskine is the best george! I've been using moleskine since 1965 when I bought my first new Ludwig kit. It was a Galaxy Pearl down beat ! Solid!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Fantastic, love that finish! I have a 60's Super Classic in Black Galaxy

[@pawelmorrison]

As for my taste, I usually dont like the look of a black front head, but I think it might look really cool with a smooth white PFoZ logo. Maybe even a white glitter or a silver sparkle decal if possible? That would compliment the drum shell finish.

[@stephenhylander9395]

So, Mr. George.....What’s her name? Congratulations on a Beautiful Legacy Kit! Wishing you, Many Happy Years of enjoyment!! Happy New Year!🎈🎊🎆

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Stephen....she will need a name. 🤔 Happy New Year!

[@roc804]

How 'bout Darlene?

[@stephenhylander9395]

Very Good!!

[@jasonbone7033]

Great tour! Would love to see a demo video of the Reso/Adhesive application when the weather warms up. Thanks as always!

[@kevinpledger3088]

The black sparkle kit is beautiful George. Congrats on it and thank you for this tuning video and all your videos. Love watching you play🥁 You are kick ass Man !

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks!

[@Highcastle_of_Tone]

These sound great. Your playing is a big part of that.

[@ddude5163]

Thanks for sharing. I was excited right along with you. Happy New Year. I'm hoping for normalcy.

[@doncoroleone7815]

What a gorgeous kit!

[@arturosaenz9120]

Cool look with black resohead,look,s sinister,beautiful kit,great tone

[@mikeevangelista1177]

Sound awesome especially that second lower tuning wow The black front head isn’t bad but I think the white front would show off the finish better Thanks for the tuning tips n info and awesome playing I could feel your this kit is fn awesome in your playing you got me fired up thanks

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Mike, I agree....but I like the vibe this has , almost a outer space/galaxy look. I'll prob switch out the reso when I get the muffling disc on.

[@JB-dm5gm]

George you got some chops. Your skills and those drums are pure enjoyment for myself. Thanks!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thank you!

[@Destino68]

Personally I think a white reso bass head would look better to accentuate the black glass sparkle finish ;)

[@susanmaggiora4800]

ochoa knose I was thinking it might make it pop a little better as well, though I don’t dislike the black reso head.

[@tazzinasellout7968]

Questa LEGACY MAPLE è assolutamente fantastica. Per ora ho iniziato il mio rapporto con LUDWIG, acquistando una CLASSIC MAPLE del 2022.....averla mi rende falice. Sto valutando l acquisto di una LUDWIG del 1970 green sparkle ( ex ROBERTO GATTO,un jazzista italiano)....24", 13" 16" 18".....vedremo....

[@patdeniston3697]

Im the only one so far that likes the black reso head....could it be cause my Ludwig black sparkle kit has a black reso head 🤔 Those drums sound Awesome!!!!! Love the Paiste's too!

[@rorymcclellan3740]

The sheer passionate excitement that came across in the demo was / UN paralleled / by any other drum gear demo Iv seen to date. Holy smokes, Bonzo would be proud. Feeling the connection to your sound makes that much of a difference, the investment is absolutely worth it in my eyes.

[@chad9797]

Tasty kit! Another fantastic, informative video! Thank you!

[@jehouse86]

Best thing that happened in 2020! Congratulations!

[@Green187420]

That's some ferocious Wantoning right there!

[@TempoDrift1480]

Those single stoke rolls down them toms are very impressive. If there were two things I wish I could do it would be that and traditional grip.

[@richarddelisle5150]

merci merci merci de ta générosité ,de nous faire découvrir ta nouvelle baterrie ,je me sent comme quand j ai eu ma les paul 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@gacdrums6685]

Great job George, I’m happy for you....... I think you could play pots and pans and they would sound fantastic..... LOL

[@bigmich485]

Those bonham triplets were so clean

[@richarddelisle5150]

svp four stick pour 12.00 am 01 01 21 to begin new year 🙌

[@seancostello7840]

Can't wait!

[@bobby9727]

Awesome kit George that kit looks, sounds incredible. On the vid the papery sound is not as noticeable as in person, i did notice a bit of papery sound while you were tuning it.Congrads again George on the new kit (this kind of shit keeps us young lol ) Enjoy playing them in good health and Happy 2021.I prefer the white kick reso head, The all black look is a bit to metal ish looking to me but then again thats only my opinion.

[@William29274]

Great sounding kit!! Congrats!!

[@tedstuff2039]

Drums sound great!! Do you find there's any major differences in sound or feel compared to your vintage Ludwigs? Thanks, looking forward to your vids with the new kit!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Yes, a bit ....these sound a little brighter, but still have a nice low end. The vintage are a bit warmer I guess.

[@tonymann848]

Wow George that kit sounds amazing! I think our tuning methods are quite similar. You got such a great touch. Congrats on your beautiful new kit!

[@JoeNocella]

Sounds great. Never was a fan of Ludwig heads. Drums always seem to sound better after the Ludwig heads have been changed out.

[@northernclicker]

Hey I really enjoyed your video and your playing!!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks

[@TonyD-vv5xv]

Thanks George your tuning tips are very helpful. I feel like I always over think it.

[@mdrmrgrl9622]

Mad Bonzo chops!!♥️🥁♥️

[@trevdowson5810]

SOUNDS AMAZING! What a delight to see you play and that bit of ''In My Time Of Dying'' has inspired me to attempt that song again, you make it look so easy but that's how i can tell you're a pro. All the best George. Can't wait to hear PFOZ's 4 Sticks.

[@danielg.8997]

Is that a 26” bass ? How about the racks? I totally love listening to you play, you are one heck of a drummer and you also seem like one heck of a nice guy.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Yes , 26, 14,16,18. Thank you!!

[@vincentmontagna1711]

Take it easy George don't get tendinitis!!... Warm up... Sounds great man!...I wish I had your reach.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

You're right!! I actually have it in my left arm and usually before gigs or playing long I stretch. Thanks!

[@vincentmontagna1711]

@@BONHAMOLOGY I have it in the same area as well. 2 years ago we audition a keyboardist. We did a 3 hour set because we were all feeling it. The only issue was the levels were getting louder and louder so I was over playing for about 2 of those hours and not expecting that I got tendinitis in my left arm. I had stress treatment and occupational therapy a few times but still only 75/80%. So be careful not to hurt yourself on those 32nds on the snare!.. Pease George, happy playing and enjoy your new kit brother!

[@rocknrolloutlaw6113]

And to think I was going to pass up on this video......... that set just sounds on fire!!! Good chops too my friend...thnx for the upload!!! Keep up the good work!!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks for that! 👊🏼

[@yourdrummer2034]

You might have just sold me on the Legacy line! Sound great!

[@tambourini]

Thank you! As a novice tho I still don't understand how the reso head is supposed to sound? Plus, I don't have the feel or ear things down yet so tuning for me is still a big mystery. Nevertheless I paid close attention to all you've said and done here. Thanks again!

[@dylanbaldwin7934]

Expirament and trust your ears. Dont second guess yourself if your a music lover like the sound of certain drums over others you already know what your doing it's just a matter of trusting yourself at that point.

[@tambourini]

@@dylanbaldwin7934 thank you very much for your encouragement!

[@dylanbaldwin7934]

@@tambourini no problem mang!

[@bradc32]

sounding killer..... that bass drum !!!

[@brandoncoffey3449]

Thank you for sharing this experience. They sound incredible, with even more incredible playing! I would love to see and hear you do the same with your snare drum!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks!

[@stevehiscox3075]

Wow, you sound amazing! Thanks for posting. what type of felt was that? Where do you get that?

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks. It is made by Slug Drum. 3 inch felt strip

[@ccdrums1290]

Sounds great George! I can see you're genuinely happy with the kit and its sound. Aesthetically for me, I think since the batter heads are white, the front bass drum head should be white as well with maybe a black glitter PFOZ logo. That would be cool and classy looking IMHO. Enjoy those bad boys! Gonna go play mine now!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Yeah, I'm still on the fence about the reso. I agree, but I also like the look of this and thought the contrast of a white or silver logo would offset it nicely.

[@ccdrums1290]

Yeah, that would look cool too.....if the PFOZ logo was large enough to really accentuate the glittery silver to enhance the overall look. Just one man’s opinion though. 😁 Something else to think about as well is if you do end up adhering that disc to your reso head, it won’t be as noticeable, if at all, with the black head.

[@larsflyckt7849]

Excellent looking drums for an excellent musician.You are a killer drummer!Greatings from Sweden and a happy new year!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks very much!

[@slowporch]

Just got my speed king last week.

[@john6666steele]

Gonna look so bad ass with the rail mount

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Glad you think so...I do too!!

[@AndyDemos]

Those have the special sauce! I know it’s mainly your talent but I feel the re rings contribute a lot to that classic sound. Wanton sounded amazing! 🤘🤘

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Andy!

[@steverizundrums]

INCREDIBLE sounding drums, tuned to perfection. That’s the Ludwig sound right there, I love the kit George! I noticed the same thing as you did sound wise, they’re much brighter but have that classic thunderous 3-ply sound. They sound just as amazing as the vintage Ludwig’s if not better and they’re new haha! Can’t wait for the Four Sticks video! 🥁🥁🥁

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks man, glad you dig them!

[@steverizundrums]

@@BONHAMOLOGY Most welcome man! Enjoy! 🥁

[@DaveDamageDrums]

The kit and playing sounds great George, congrats and Happy New year!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Dave...same to you!

[@danielstark4656]

George, I have the same drums in Bonham sizes in silver sparkle. You will love them.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Oh, nice!!

[@tangotommi]

Great sound! Great tuning demo too! The open sounding bass drum is a treat with that clearer tone in there rather than just a thump. Even though your thump’s are the best in the business:) In my Time of Dying, interesting first tune. Love it!👍🏼👊🏼🥳 Four Sticks at midnight on New Year’s Eve?? After reviewing the lyrics, a great anthem going forward after such an historic year.

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Ha!! Thanks Tom...I don't think Four Sticks will be done for a while, but I plan to record it soon!

[@mikestang679]

BONZO is channeling you........

[@Tristanrgreene11]

Those drums sound sick! Happy for you bro! I dig that your stoked. I stoked checkin em out with you. Nothing like bigger drums, feel so good to play, they just project so much better behind the kit and in front. Especially great in a big room, your sound never gets lost and never have ya over compensating playing the gig...they just fill up great. It’s like driving a bigger car to a smaller car... the caddy always drives nice yeah?! Word!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

👍🏻😁

[@vincentmontagna1711]

I had bought the new Ludwig Classic series in Green sparkle.. Had many flaws and couldn't real in the sound and keeping the tuning, I returned them sadly. But these Legacy's sound Amazing!... Got me thinking now..haha!...I love the snare too!.. Keep it with the kit man!.... Have fun! Happy New year.

[@drummerjoey003]

Man that kit sounds amazing!

[@NBKwillydog]

Killer kit once again man, sounds just as good as it looks! Not to be that guy but if you cover the hoop seams with claws it will pull the wrap out of place over time. We had to change the process at the factory, just a thought! Enjoy!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Uh oh, thanks for that tip! I assumed it would kind of keep them in place! 😲

[@NBKwillydog]

@@BONHAMOLOGY no problem man, it seems like a great idea it just doesn’t work well with the “scarf” joint inlays now. It worked when we did “butt” joint inlays but over time they would shrink and not be flush as well. Lol It’s a pretty big issue at the plant rn trying to come up with a good looking solution, if I hear anything I’ll let you know!

[@NBKwillydog]

@@toddmckenzie0420 the type of inlay wrap that he has is different than yours, they are scarfed now. So they overlap and the claw hook will pull them down. We just changed it this year so it wouldn’t apply to yours

[@NBKwillydog]

@@toddmckenzie0420 yeah we changed it early on this year. The black glass glitter he has is killer! To bad it’s discontinued.

[@TempoDrift1480]

You got that snare tuning particularly on point.

[@doublea7054]

Sweet sound Thanks for sharing!

[@davewestner]

congrats man! Look great and sound pretty great with the basic mic setup....looking forward to hearing it recorded all fancy like with the new head on the 14 rack.

[@mlaugh3]

very nice. Love to have a set like that!!

[@ryanhartman3512]

Gold George! Just Gold! Enjoy and have a safe and Happy New Year!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Ryan

[@Kevsweets]

Simply smashing, George! We're all at a disadvantage from lack of gigs & rehearsals with our bands. Haven't played a gig in a year or so. Happy New Year & cheers!

[@billytrance6893]

Those drums sound so killer!!! Awesome Blackhawks jersey too!! Thanks so much for this cool unpacking....and playing video!! Oh, that snare drum....WOW!! Totally awesome! Happy New Year!!!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thanks Bill, happy -ish new years to you!!

[@hollishog]

Sounding great, George ! !

[@Loki_Morningstar666]

Sounds amazing, congrats on the new kit

[@rowan_drums]

Yes!!! Love this!

[@ickysticky3672]

Is this sort of a tip of the hat to the drums Bonham had ordered before he passed? I read he had ordered a new set in black sparkle with a 24” bass drum, 13 16 18 toms. Either way, they’re beautiful! Congratulations George, sorry I’m late to the unboxing party! *I’m commenting this before watching the whole video, apologies*

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

All good!! Not really, but I did realize that after I made the order. Initially I ordered the kit in Mardi Gras finish, but that because discontinued, so I decided on black glass glitter.

[@AlanXR6]

Hey George - Happy New Year from Down under in AUS ... loved seeing how you go about tuning your drums ... for a beginner like me that is gold. The rendition of the Wonton Song that you threw in there (amongst others) was awesome. The drums sound great ... and how you play them is masterful ... thank you!

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Thank you!

[@johnb7644]

Happy New Year George 🥃🥃🍷🍷🥂🥂🍺🍺

[@BONHAMOLOGY]

Happy New Year!! 🥂🥳🥁

[@johnb7644]

@@BONHAMOLOGY 👍

[@ralphbenites1312]

I really like the sound. I prefer medium tone’s on my kits and I tune my drums by ear.

[@conolly123]

that finish is gorgeous!

[@chriswright8464]

Sounds Great!!

[@bobc.5698]

I just got another early 70's Rogers 3 ply maple kit with yucky butcher block wrap. 24,12,13,16,18 I didn't want to be Bonham obvious so I am re-wrapping it in Gold sparkle.

[@johnpeters3554]

Great Job George, sounds phenomenal. Happy new year!!

[@joerico9461]

Cool brother rock on

[@dallasallen6949]

You're the man George

[@The02wooley]

Awesome

[@piotrwysocki8650]

WONDERFULL!!! 💝

[@NEALBABBITT]

I recommend using grip tape where the bass drum pedal makes contact, it protects the hoop and helps a bit with the grip.

[@nathanyazzie9044]

Cool!!!