Ludwig’s Classic Maple was Introduced around 1995 - the first 100% maple ply shell made by Ludwig . It was Ludwig’s flagship model until the introduction of the Legacy Maple and later the Legacy Mahogany . Now that the history lesson is done , we can get to the topic at hand for my thread .
I came into ownership of a Ludwig Classic Maple kit (used) and it was a complete impulse purchase . I had owned a couple Legacy Maple kits prior and found them not really to my personal liking , so it was with some trepidation that I made the purchase of the Classic Maple . Fortunately my concern was unfounded as these are just wonderful drums . The build quality is as good as my former N&C CD Maples . Super smooth bearing edges , fantastic finish work and they sound wonderful . These should be a consideration for anyone wanting a quality maple shell kit that is ideal for the Gigging drummer or home playing enthusiast. Best of all the pricing is not as obscene as some other all maple brands .
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