So you've heard me talking alot about "Phase 1" - but I'm sure a lot of you are wondering just what that is. So let me enlighten you. Phase 1 is referring to our first prototype drumset that will help launch Roberts Drums. This drumset will be a hand-crafted replica of a set of 1969 Ludwig Super Classics that is owned by a very good friend of mine.
At the heart of the drums will be Keller's Vintage Mahogany drumshells. These shells are comprised of six total plys of mahogany and poplar with 10 ply maple reinforcing rings. The shells will be outfitted with vintage-style hand-contoured roundover bearing edges. The construction, composition and edges of these shells is very similar to the shells used by WFL / Ludwig back in the 1950's. The poplar wood has a very warm tone and works well with the mahogany, which is also warm and very dark sounding. The combanation of these woods is what gives these shells their mellow and aged sound.
This drumset will be finished in a vintage-style and very classic Silver Sparkle wrap. By itself, this finish looks somewhat understated and to some, boring. But under the lights, the silver sparkles reflect whatever color is shining on it, giving the kit an amazing stage presence. The bass drum hoops will be painted in black with a satin lustre finish and an inlay of the silver sparkle wrap in the center.
The drums will be completed with official Ludwig hardware, such as their large classic lugs, classic-style floor tome legs/brackets and gullwing bass drum spurs. As a finishing touch, the drums will sport small vintage-style Roberts Drums badges in an antique brass appearance - to round out the overall classic vibe.
Once we have completed our fundraising and production on this kit begins, we will be posting photos on this blog regularly - so please be sure to check back often for updates! Until next time...
Brian
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