4/20/11 - New Micro-Sensitive Snare Strainer!

It's here! Gretsch has redesigned the Microsensitive strainer and it is fantastic. The new strainer eliminates all of the issues associated with the old style strainer used in the 50s and 60s. The new version has solid internal mechanisms for smooth, trouble free operation, and the basball bat style arm is now an integral part of the assembly, rather than a part that screws in. On the old strainers this was a very weak point where often there would be breakage. This is now a thing of the past. Also, on the top of the strainer arm a push button has been added. The strainer locks in place when engaged, and you push the button to disengage the arm. The butt plate that goes along with this strainer can either be the current style used on USA custom drums, or the single node adjustable butt plate shown here, that is essentially the same as the design from the 50s era drums. And, extra good news: The strainer holes line up with the originals so these strainers can be used as reproduction parts for your vintage Gretsch round badge snares!!!

3/24/11 - Mardi Gras/Fiesta Combo

Take a look and let Steve know your thoughts. Here's a test that we're doing. This combines Mardi Gras and Fiesta Pearl. The pattern on each of these new wrap finishes is exactly the same, with the background being the only difference between Mardi Gras and Fiesta. So, we figured why not try a hybrid. This is our test drum done with Mardi Gras at the top and bottom, with a center strip of Fiesta Pearl. Steve hasn't ordered a kit yet but is about to do so. You can have one too. Let us know what you think. Contact Steve at vintagedrums@aol.com