Ludwig “bonham” classic maple set up

[LedFoot]

Since high school I’ve dreamed of a Ludwig gold sparkle bonham kit!!! I’m 54 got into playing a few years ago and have the money and opportunity to buy one…however not sure how much I’ll play out I record some stuff at home…end of the day is it gonna be too much…can’t believe I’m even pausing on this!!!

 

[Lefty Phillips]

If you can afford it, why not? You obviously love Bonham and Zeppelin, so.

My primary instrument is guitar, and I was lusting after one of those Vox wahs with the chrome treadle for years. Now I've got one, and I'm pleased to bits about it.

 

[harryconway]

Do it. You only live once.

 

[LedFoot]

This kit is the usual 26 kick 16 And 18 floor but a 15x12” rack

 

[Al Strange]

DO. IT.

 

[s1212z]

Personally I’d opt for the Legacy, pricey tho

 

[harryconway]

This kit is the usual 26 kick 16 And 18 floor but a 15x12” rack

My 1st 6 ply "Bonham" kit was a Frankenstein kit, I had a 15x12. 15x12 will work. With my 3 ply's, I had a bit of a shell bank, 12x8, 13x9, 14x10, 14x14, 16x16, 18x16, 24x14, 26x14. Then I sold off some to finance another drum project. My current configuration is 26x14, 14x10, 16x16, 18x16.

 

[drumnut87]

 

[Darth Vater]

Sure, why not. Sling the dough and get what you've always wanted. How many people even remember what they've spent money on? Once it's gone, it's gone. Life is short. Live a little!

 

[C.M. Jones]

And if you're going all-out Bonham, why not add this Paiste 2002 Bonham Cymbal Pack, which includes a stylish bag? You might as well complete the theme.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/drums-percussion/paiste-2002-bonham-cymbal-pack

If you need a new truck to haul it all around, I can recommend a few models as well.

 

[LedFoot]

And if you're going all-out Bonham, why not add this Paiste 2002 Bonham Cymbal Pack, which includes a stylish bag? You might as well complete the theme.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/drums-percussion/paiste-2002-bonham-cymbal-pack

If you need a new truck to haul it all around in, I can recommend a few models as well.

Lol!!! Might need a truck for the 26”!!! I’ve got a set of giant beats that I love!!

 

[ToneT]

Who cares if you don't play out. Get your dream set and play and record at home. You'll LOVE it!
Hell! Rattle the house with an open 26"!
Life is too short.
Being a drummer means never having to say you're sorry!

 

[incrementalg]

Get the drums that you’ve wanted since high school! Regret costs more than the drums.

 

[C.M. Jones]

Being a drummer means never having to say you're sorry!

Especially not if you're wielding a pair of sticks when someone asks you to apologize.

 

[TK-421]

Being a drummer means never having to say you're sorry!

In my experience, being a drummer means always having to say I'm sorry!

[bumps table carrying in bass drum] "Sorry!"
[plays too loud at coffee shop gig] "Sorry!"
[neighbors call cops for playing at 1am] "Sorry!!!"

Regardless, get the Bonham kit now and apologize later.

 

[LedFoot]

Awesome posts guys thx!! I’m gonna pull the trigger but think I’ll have the rack swapped to a 14x10…the kit I’m looking at has a 15x12

 

[Winston_Wolf]

I've owned a couple of 15x12" rack toms...there's nothing quite like that sound. If you can get it, go for it!

 

[LedFoot]

I've owned a couple of 15x12" rack toms...there's nothing quite like that sound. If you can get it, go for it!

Nice!!! How did it fit next to a 26”?

 

[ToneT]

I've owned a couple of 15x12" rack toms...there's nothing quite like that sound. If you can get it, go for it!

Yes! 14s and 15s RULE!

 

[LedFoot]

Yes! 14s and 15s RULE!

Given the choice 15x12 or 14x10 I just don’t want the rack sitting too high