1963-1970 Slingerland 'Gene Krupa Sound King' Snare Drum

Sized 14x5.5"

Chrome over Brass shell

8 lug design

All original hardware including chrome over brass "rim-shot hoops", Zoomatic snare strainer, internal dampener, tension rods and butt end.

The drum is in really great shape. It came to me with a few dents but they have been seen too. Everything has cleaned up wonderfully and it is one of the nicest examples of these I’ve had in with only very minor aging or scratches.

The (slightly rusty) strainer arm has scratched away the surface of the hoop behind it. This will have been caused by having the snares set too close to the hoop.

Every one of these drums I’ve sold have gone on to be prized possessions by all their owners. They really are wonderful drums that would be 2 or 3 times the price if it was a Ludwig. 

Please see all photos for condition.

Freshly stripped, cleaned and polished in my workshop in October 2023. 

Fitted with brand new Remo Vintage Ambassador, Ambassador snare side heads, with brand new Puresound Custom Pro Steel 20 strand wires.