Ludwig Timbales 13" and 14" 1979 - Chrome Over Steel

1979 Ludwig Steel Timbales – 13" & 14"

A highly desirable matched pair of Ludwig steel timbales from 1979, featuring original Chicago pointy Blue Olive badges with serial numbers #1982886and #1995392.

Authentic vintage Ludwig timbales are hard to find, especially as a complete and original set such as this.

Condition:
Good vintage condition, fully original and unmodified. Light surface marks are present, consistent with age and honest use, and do not affect sound, tuning, or structural integrity.

Construction & Features:

• Steel shells
  
• 6 and 8 mini lugs per drum
• Complete with original stand mounting clips
• No extra holes, no replacements, no modifications
• New Remo Smooth White heads

Service & Playability:
Both timbales have been completely disassembled, carefully inspected, cleaned, and professionally reassembled, ensuring excellent playability while preserving full originality.

Sound:
Bright, cutting, and articulate, with the unmistakable warmth and metallic complexity of vintage copper—ideal for Latin, Afro-Cuban, jazz, fusion, and studio work.

A rare opportunity to acquire an all-original set of mid-1960s Ludwig copper timbales, equally suited for collectors and serious players.

Professionally packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal.