1965 Ludwig Jazz Festival 14" x 5" Blue Sparkle snare drum

A beautiful and highly desirable Ludwig Jazz Festival snare drum from 1965, finished in the classic Blue Sparkle wrap.

Fitted with the correct Chicago Keystone badge, serial number #227024, with an internal factory date stamp NOV 15, 1965, confirming its originality and period accuracy.

Condition:
Very good vintage condition. Excellent used condition, with no structural or functional issues.

Shell:

• Classic 3-ply Ludwig shell
• Mahogany / Poplar / Mahogany
• Maple reinforcement rings
• Original Resocoat white interior

Hardware & Components:

• P-83 strainer
• P-32 butt plate with correct 1960s Ludwig logo
• P-4067 internal tone control with white felt (“baseball” style)
• Original Ludwig 1960's snare wires
  

Heads:

• Used Remo Weatherking Vintage A coated batter head
• New Remo Ambassador snare-side head

The snare has been completely disassembled, carefully inspected, cleaned, and professionally reassembled, ensuring excellent playability while preserving full vintage integrity.

Sound & Character:
The Jazz Festival is renowned for its dry, articulate response and warm midrange, making it a favorite for jazz, funk, R&B, studio work, and vintage-inspired playing styles.

A classic mid-1960s Ludwig Jazz Festival, increasingly sought after by collectors and discerning players alike.

Professionally packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal.