Gretsch snare recommendations | [DFO] Drum Forum
Feb 14, 2022 · I ordered a new Broadkaster kit a while back, and now I'm on the hunt for a snare drum to pair with them. I have no experience with a gretsch snare, and currently my snare arsenal is …
Looking for 60's Gretsch Renown Snare model info
Mar 10, 2025 · Gretsch shells tended to be oversized already so adding a wrap could make it even tougher, especially if the color choice is a glitter glass wrap like Gretsch used in the 60's. Would hate …
Gretsch Tradition of 5-Lug toms, Why? | [DFO] Drum Forum
Apr 17, 2020 · My Renown kit has 10, 12, 14" toms. Both the high toms are 5-luggers, while the 14" tom has 8 lugs. Does anyone know the definitive answer on why Gretsch puts just 5-lugs on their 10" and …
Gretsch Serial Number Dating Guide | [DFO] Drum Forum
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 USA Custom vs. Ludwig Classic Maple, hmm.
Oct 27, 2010 · Which series of drums Gretsch USA Custom and Ludwig Classic Maple would you prefer for rock, pop, funk, blues, jazz and even country and why? I realize the diffence in shell composition, …
Gretsch - Brooklyn, Broadkaster or USA Custom? - [DFO] Drum Forum
Jul 20, 2020 · Brooklyn are a current new Gretsch flavor sort of a Ludwig Classic maple done in Gretsch style That definitely lines up with what I've learned. The Brooklyns are cool but sometimes they …
DW jazz series vs gretsch usa custom | [DFO] Drum Forum
Sep 20, 2012 · I've narrowed down my new jazz drum set options to a dw jazz series and a gretsch isa custom kit. I'm not sure which one to pick. The gretsch is more...
Looking for opinions on newer Gretsch USA Customs
Feb 4, 2022 · Ludwig, Gretsch, Crav, C&C, ext..there are bound to be some slips here and there due to the fact these are all made by hand by humans. That said, Gretsch is phenomenal. I have a Modern …
Taiwan maple smack down... GRESTCH RENOWN vs DW DESIGN
Jun 19, 2021 · The Gretsch is nice, but it sounds like the DW ticks a lot more of the boxes you are looking for. If you sell the snare you can buy the 10" rack tom with the money.
Ludwig Classic Maple or Gretsch Renown | [DFO] Drum Forum
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.