Ludwig 6.5x14" 75th Anniversary Bronze Snare Drum (1984) – Rare Limited Edition #95 of 100

Rare Collector’s Opportunity: #95 of 100
This is a rare 1984 Ludwig 75th Anniversary Bronze Snare Drum, part of an extremely limited run of only 100 units ever produced. Hand-stamped as number 95, it features the stunning and expensive laser-engraved floral pattern on a seamless bronze shell. This drum represents the pinnacle of the Chicago era craftsmanship, produced just before Ludwig’s historic move to Monroe. It features the commemorative 75th Anniversary brass plate and the large Keystone badge. A true "unicorn" for Ludwig collectors.The Super-Sensitive Advantage:
As a Super-Sensitive model, this drum features the dual-adjustment strainer system that allows the wires to extend beyond the edge of the shell. This provides unparalleled snare response and sensitivity across the entire head, making it a favorite for both high-end studio recording and orchestral use.Key Features & Historical Significance:

• Shell: Seamless Bronze shell featuring the exquisite and rare laser-engraved floral pattern—a high-end detail exclusive to this anniversary run.
• Limited Edition: Hand-stamped serial #95 of 100.
• Mechanism: Original Super-Sensitive (P-70) system in perfect working order.
• Era: Final years of the legendary Chicago factory craftsmanship.
• Badge: Features the special 75th Anniversary commemorative brass plate and the iconic large Keystone badge.

Condition & Upgrades:
The drum is in excellent vintage condition. The bronze shell has aged beautifully, offering a warm, dry, and powerful "crack" that only a 40-year-old seamless bronze shell can deliver.

• Snare Wires: Professionally fitted with PureSound Super-Sensitive Series wires. These are specifically designed for this model to maximize the performance of the P-70 mechanism, offering a crisp and articulate response.
• Shell/Chrome:  shell, chrome is clean and bright.
• Specific Note on Snare Gates: As shown in the detailed photos, one of the snare wire guards (snare gates) has some minor surface rust spots/pitting. This is purely cosmetic and very common for 40-year-old hardware; it does not affect the legendary Super-Sensitive action or the structural integrity of the drum. Please zoom in on the photos for a clear view of this area.

Historical Context & Notable Owners:
This 75th Anniversary series is so rare that most of the 100 units went straight into private collections or top-tier recording studios. Notable owners of this specific engraved series include jazz legend Joe Morello (The Dave Brubeck Quartet), who owned unit #4, and Jeff Rich (Status Quo), who used unit #41 for studio recordings. Renowned drum educator and session ace Dave Elitch has also highlighted the extreme rarity of this laser-engraved model (unit #57).

Collector's Note:
Finding one of these 100 engraved bronze snares is rare; finding a Super-Sensitiveversion in this condition with a documented production number is nearly impossible. It is both a world-class studio instrument and a rock-solid investment piece.Shipping:
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