The Ludwig Book: A Business History and Dating Guide - Softcover

Cook, Rob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 188840809X ISBN 13: 9781888408096

Publisher: Rebeats Publications, 2004

Synopsis

The Ludwig Book by Rob Cook is the definitive business and historical guide to this legendary drum manufacturer. Includes dozens of interviews, a 64-page color section, a dating guide including every catalogued Ludwig snare drum and outfit, and a handy CD-ROM. Interview sections include the top executives from Ludwig's heyday in the 1960s: Karl Dustman, Frank Baxpehler and Dick Schory, as well as todays leaders: William F. Ludwig III, Todd Trent and Jim Catalano. There are also special segments on Ludwig Electronics, Phase II, and detailed sections about the gear used by famous drummers such as John Bonham and Ringo Starr.

About this title

About the Author

Rob Cook is the founder and proprietor of Rebeats, a publisher of materials related to percussion history. Cook has written books on all of the major American drum brands of the 20th century as well as numerous drummer biographies. Rob Cook also produces the Chicago Drum Show; the largest and longest-running event of it's type. The 30th Chicago Drum Show was held in 2021.

From the Back Cover

The Ludwig Book detail the Ludwig family background and the complete business history of Ludwig Drums. Ludwig was the world's largest drum company in two eras: the 1920s under the direction of founder William F Ludwig Sr, and the 1960s under the direction of William F Ludwig II. The book also serves as a dating guide for Ludwig drums and includes information on every catalogued snare drum and drum outfit as well as all standard production features; color, shell, lug, strainer, badge, hoop, etc.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rebeats Publications
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 188840809X
• ISBN 13: 9781888408096
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 302