I don't know about anyone else but I think Gretsch should go back to using the stop sign badge on their kits once and for all. I hate the round badge. But...

Jun 14, 2016 · Ludwig, Sonor, Gretsch, Rogers. The mounted toms rang like a bell. My current sets have suspension mounts, and I can't tell one damn bit of difference from my old vintage sets. Click to …

Jul 1, 2020 · Gretsch uses a lot of double-talk but if it says "Maple" that's only the outer and maybe the inner ply. The rest is luan. The giveaway is that with Reknowns they are specific saying "all" or 100% …

Apr 19, 2011 · ive read that gretsch didnt flange the bottom of the grommet on the bass drum so the badge sometimes came loose.was there a specific time period that determined grommet choice? …

Apr 20, 2022 · The Gretsch are really good drums, but they're still a mid-level kit whereas the Ludwig is a pro-level kit. So, if re-sale is ever an issue, you will get more money for the Ludwig.

Apr 17, 2016 · My Gretsch USA Customs are long gone, in favor of a Canopus NV-M1 (yep, they have die cast hoops) 16x14 bass drum, 12x8 and 14x14 toms, plus maple snare. Definitely similar vibe as …

Sep 12, 2023 · I am piecing together a Gretsch kit in walnut lacquer and want to potentially add another rack tom. My existing toms are from the 90s and have "WW" written on the tags, so they are for sure …

Apr 19, 2011 · I wanted to provide a progress update on the Gretsch Serial Number Dating Guide and make one more push for information from owners of vintage Gretsch drums. Back in 2006, member …

Gretsch only made one kind of drums at that time and the various names were for outfits made up of particular sizes of those drums. I don't have my catalogs handy but if memory serves the …

I have an opportunity to pick up what I believe is an early 60's Gretsch shell, Dynasonic. Seven lines, no bead, B&B Lugs. Any price guide on resale for...