This Zickos Drum Corporation factory authorized portfolio is either a dealer catalog, corporate item, a dealer only item or distributor book. And it is full of separate loose distribution flyers and smaller catalogs.

I have attached a number of pictures of the finished bass drum. I have also included a picture of a Black Diamond Pearl kit I use that includes a bass drum from the 1940’s and toms from the 1970’s. It sounds amazing.

Unique is the word, due to the size and weight! This is a Large Stamp cymbal produced 1954-1957 due to the hollow block “Zildjian Co” with square-edged letters

Ludwig produced (presented) only 5 of these snare drums that were gold plated with name plaques.

This would have been an above standard professional drum kit for a working drummer that was playing in orchestras, vaudeville, and theaters for silent films in the 1920-30s.

Cymbal/snare rock grooves in odd times

Up for sale is an excellent Vintage 1980s Sabian HH 20" Medium Ride cymbal weighing in at 2085 grams.

For Sale by George Lawrence

I didn’t go looking for a story when I bought this drum kit. At the time, I thought I was simply stepping into vintage drums more intentionally than I ever had before.

“In my humble view, this century young visual and sonic masterpiece features one of the most beautiful finishes to ever adorn a drum”

You see, while drums need a bit of lubrication in certain areas, the lubricant you use must match the need. Grease is rarely good for a snare drum.

I encourage all rock drummers, in particular, to explore Tony’s playing to learn how he influenced much of what we play.

An often-overlooked part of a Vintage MIJ kit is the Bass Drum Pedal. Most Japanese pedals back then had no name or markings and were pretty generic looking, but Pearl had their “SPEED PEDAL”, no doubt inspired by the Ludwig Speed King and Star had their “PRO PEDAL”, and there is even a “TOP PEDAL” out there. Not to be outdone Gracy via Yan Drum had their “FOOT PEDAL”

For me this drum is a keeper, it has so many of the things I look for in a snare drum, thin shell, solid lugs, stick-saver hoops, a reliable strainer, and a stunning wrap. If you find a Gracy like this one out there, I highly recommend!

Presenting the most durable and authentic looking replacements for missing or cracked/broken factory original Rim Clips, Tube Lugs and Tension Rods. 

Designed and precision manufactured to meet the specification tolerance and appearance requirements for factory original fittings on 1920’s and 30’s Ludwig & Ludwig snare drums in both Deluxe (new or aged) and Bright Nickel finishes.

Designed with Peter Erskine, the K Custom Left Side Ride is an all-important second ride

Up for sale is a Zildjian A Custom 20" Ping Ride weighing in at 2907 grams. $240 + $30 shipping

It took a long time for my ears to settle down and to find ways of coping with a pretty debilitating condition (tinnitus, hyperacusis, recruitment). Today I can do a bit of playing and that has enabled me to teach again, and that’s where I think I’m really meant to be.

One of the most important but often overlooked steps in the transcription process is playing what you have written down.

To call Tony Williams a drumming legend is a complete understatement. Tony wasn't just a drummer… His drumming was a ‘Distinct Style’, which influenced other drumming legends -  (Steve Gadd for one).

Nic Marcy is selling this shell pack for $2500 plus shipping. No hardware.
kick 22 x18
8x12 and 9x13 rack toms
16 x 16 Floor tom 
Contact Nic at NICDRUMS@aol.com

Latest PDF book by George Lawrence. The 2025 first edition Includes the list of 40 Percussive Arts Society rudiments plus 84 more fundamental stickings that are not in the P.A.S. list

Purchased new in 2022. Played in our studio a few times. The drum is in great shape! - no blemishes, scratches, or other. The batter head has stick marks and light wear. The rosewood pops!

Up for sale is a nice 5.5" x 14" Tama Starclassic Maple snare drum in Maple Lacquer finish with die cast hoops.

For Sale $600 - consigned to me years ago is a DW Collectors 5x13 heavy brass snare drum w gold hardware, 8 lugs, and a trigger for electronics professionally installed. It has been well used. Everything is completely functional.

These copper drums go for a lot more but I’ve price this one to sell. More pictures upon request. I played it before the lug broke and it sounded great.