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There was a BB setup right next to a Pork Pie in Guitar Center. Just did a quick comparo with my phone. $470 difference?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCNAGtkRl_c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCNAGtkRl_c
The difference in sound between a BB and a Pork-Max-itone is going to be fairly inconsequential.
The price difference is just as reflective of US regulations than it is Ludwig's margins. (This is both a positive and a negative)..
Disclosure -- I've used my BB for exactly ZERO recordings since getting my George Way.
Kamak, ....and which Geo Way snare is that? I'm looking for nice snare to pair with my Sonor Delite set. Preferably 5.5x14. Does the 8-lug scenario create any issues for you?
You notice how most of the people that say they didn’t hear a difference between a seamed shell and a seamless owned the seamed? Most of the people that say they do make a difference own seamless shells.
George Way Studio Maple, 6.5x14. Zero issues with 8-lug. Throw is old-fashioned, but functional. If I were going to grab a brass snare, I would look at a GW Hollywood to match my kit. I'd probably go for an aluminum Aero before that though.
Just so I'm clear.. The point isn't for you to buy a GW, its to let you know that the difference between different vendor's offerings is largely inconsequential. Yes, there is a sonic difference. No, nobody's going to be able to tell the difference unless they own/play a real BB or are A/B'ing them in the same room.
If you absolutely MUST have a BB for the sake of authenticity/nostalgia/desire, then by all means, go for it. Hell, mine is on CL for $500, and I'm throwing in an extra bunch of brand new Ludwig heads. They're great drums.
From that A-B vid the Pork Pie sounded better.
The BB sounded like it was tuned a bit high though.
If I was laying down brand new dollar for either of those snares I'd want a brand new head as well.
I thought the BB sounded better too, and found the BoB tailed off with a nasty overtone. Both good snares, love them for what they are. The worth and cost is all on the beholder.Interesting. I thought the BB sounded fuller, with more depth.