SNARE DRUM RESTORATION - 1967 Ludwig LM400 14x5 Player's Snare

Join me as I restore this beat up, 1967 Ludwig LM400 14x5 Player's Snare. Special thanks to:
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[@robertalbiston7822]

That is the year of my Supra that came with the ‘67 Hollywood kit I’ve had since ‘71. That “ludalloy” shell never held chrome well and might be tricky to re-plate, so we nearly always see these players around with surface pitting. But it’s the sound of the most recorded snare in history that speaks! Very nice resto and fine tone!

[@bottomlinebassin2001]

Dude that thing sounds sweeeeet

[@frankspikes7858]

Lovely video. A family that rebuilds drums together stays together. Lol. Love the super high tuning!!! Great for certain types of metal, funk, gospel, fusion.

[@tarabzdek3588]

Awesome Chris!

[@steverichdrummr]

Sounds really good Chris. You helper is cool. I just did the same thing to my '67, and it came out great too. I was able to drill only one hole for the lower strainer screw, because I found that the Rogers replacement butt plate fits the holes without drilling. Thanks for your video!

[@boxterjeff]

Awesome video. You are very talented.

[@paulaspiro7158]

Great to watch and also see your children involved. I was wondering how you were gonna handle that pitting on the shell. Ohhh geeez....hate to see neglect like that...but so cool you brought back that snare as best as possible. Sounds great too!!!

[@1thess523]

That medium tuning 👍

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Now that's my kind of high tuning 💪🏽😂

[@j.throckmorton3936]

I say this respectfully, not a restoration - rather a decent clean up. Was eagerly awaiting how the shell would be re-chromed, part sourcing on the snares, etc. Appreciate the time and effort, and especially inclusion w/ the kiddo. Thanks.

[@chrishavens3620]

Agree, Definitely more of a cleanup job 👍

[@danieldave221]

what is the size of tension rods?

[@russellesimonetta9071]

You could have looked into re chroming it! I don,t think it,s that expensive!

[@diverdave4056]

i would have just sanded the old finish off

[@phillbr51]

Bro, get yourself an awl.

[@nealsausen4651]

Man, the best you can do is find a reputable chrome plater I just have the damn shell RECHROMED