Snare strainer/throw-off options for Ludwig

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drummingdunc

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Hi, I know there are some similar threads on this subject but I can't really find the answer I'm looking for.

My Ludwig P85 strainer has recently died (no surprises) and I'm looking into the alternatives. As far as I can see my only options are a replacement P85 or the Trick GS007 with retrofit plate (courtesy of Mike McGraw).
Is there anything else in between that would mount on a Ludwig 400?
Thanks,
Dunc
 
I believe there are a few P85 copies out there but that is all I can think of. what is your hole spacing?

Or will the P86 fit?

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Thanks for the suggestions. I have decided to go for the trick based on all the good things people have to say about it. Only thing is, when I spoke to Mike about ordering, he didn't have any ready to ship and I needed one pronto for a gig last night and the studio next week. So I got a P85, and guess what. It came lose during the gig. So I am gonna get a trick and sell this on!
 
If I were to do it over, I'd get the Retroplate, and a Dunnett. The Trick looks out-of-place on a Supra, IMO.
 
ermghoti said:
If I were to do it over, I'd get the Retroplate, and a Dunnett. The Trick looks out-of-place on a Supra, IMO.
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Out of place or not, I think the Trick is the smoothest and most reliable throwoff out there. The Supra sounds great and the Trick brings peace of mind on the gigs.
 

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The Dunnett R-Class is a great throwoff, sturdy and smooth, and it has adjustable mounting spacing. I retrofitted a Coliseum with one once, and so it should fit a Supra too.

I can dig up a pic of the Coliseum with the Dunnett on it, and post it later tonight.
 

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Here's my old Coliseum. The Dunnett looks great with all the chrome.
 

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Hello,
I'm looking to purchase a retrofit plate. How do I contact
Mike McGraw? I'm not able to locate him here on Drummerworld.
Thank you for your help!
John
 
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I was under the impression that you could fit a P-86 in place of the P-85 without any adapters.
Is this correct?
 
drummingdunc said:
Hi, I know there are some similar threads on this subject but I can't really find the answer I'm looking for.

My Ludwig P85 strainer has recently died (no surprises) and I'm looking into the alternatives. As far as I can see my only options are a replacement P85 or the Trick GS007 with retrofit plate (courtesy of Mike McGraw).
Is there anything else in between that would mount on a Ludwig 400?
Thanks,
Dunc
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Hello Dunc,
The retrofit plate looks like a great way to change the strainer and butt plate without drilling into the shell. Just what I'm looking for! However, I'm not able to locate a Mike McGraw here on Drummerworld. Can you please direct me to his contact information?
Thank you sincerely!
John
 
brady said:
I was under the impression that you could fit a P-86 in place of the P-85 without any adapters.
Is this correct?
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Yes, this is correct. I made the P-85 to P-86 swap on my Supra in no time and without any trouble.
 
JM II said:
Hello Dunc,
The retrofit plate looks like a great way to change the strainer and butt plate without drilling into the shell. Just what I'm looking for! However, I'm not able to locate a Mike McGraw here on Drummerworld. Can you please direct me to his contact information?
Thank you sincerely!
John
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He is member "skitch" on this forum.
http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/member.php?u=2831
 
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