My before and after 1980 ludwig coliseum

[drummerMD]

I bought it new in 1980 had it a long time. About 7,6 years ago I gave it a face lift,for the better I think. All I know is that it sounds awesome. It must be the age. BEFOREAFTER

[Olimpass]

Wow, love the huge tube lugs, P-86 throw and the rims and clips!
I still like the bow tie lugs too though.
Did the sound seem to change much with the replacements?
Nice drummerMD!

[slinglander]

That thing must bOOOM!

[drummerMD]

Thanks Olimpass I think it sounds a lot better, but mostly its a lot lighter. The way it was stock with the die cast hoops and bow tie lugs way too heavy! the tube lugs are aluminum w/stainless steel threaded inserts.

[SpazApproved]

oh man that turned out great! Really brings out the finish in the snare more. Make sure not to loose those old bowties though!

[drummerMD]

Thanks Spaz, I keep everything.

[weezy]

Thanks Olimpass I think it sounds a lot better, but mostly its a lot lighter. The way it was stock with the die cast hoops and bow tie lugs way too heavy! the tube lugs are aluminum w/stainless steel threaded inserts.

Are the lugs from ego?

[drummerMD]

Yes sir!. . . .Thanks

[Spiderjig]

I am a total Ludwig enthusiast and just having a coliseum snare is awesome, it sure has a unique great look now. Like someone else said don't sell or lose them original lugs. Nice Job !!

[late8]

Great job on the restoration doc! Looking good!

[SpazApproved]

Thanks Spaz, I keep everything.

good man