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Classic Oak

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Classic Oak Series

DARK PRESENCE. SCULPTED DEFINITION.

Classic Oak is built on the original Ludwig, cross-over, Oak shell formula that has captivated professionals for the last decade. Our exclusive design blends Oak and Maple to produce a rich tone that is balanced, focused, and loud. With exciting new finishes and more configuration options, Classic Oak joins its counterpart, Classic Maple, as a powerful, dynamic, professional drum set.



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STANDARD OUTFITS

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DOWNBEAT: 14x20 BD, 14x14 FT, 8x12 TT

DOWNBEAT 3PC SHELL PACK

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FAB: 14X22 BD, 16X16 FT, 9X13 TT

FAB 3PC SHELL PACK

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MOD: 18X22 BD, 16X16 FT, 9X12 TT, 8X10 TT

MOD 4PC SHELL PACK

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PRO BEAT: 14X24 BD, 16X16 FT, 9X13 TT

PRO BEAT 3PC SHELL PACK

SONIC SUMMARY

Shell

5-ply, 6.5mm cross-over shell: 3-ply maple core with American red oak inner and outer plies. This is a proprietary Ludwig design not traditional to most Oak builds. The maple add's more control and low-end to the Oak to produce a more well-rounded tone as opposed to a straight Oak shell.

To increase stability through out the drum, all Ludwig USA shells are produced using Radio Frequency Shell Technology. Using a process involving our historic bladder molds that date back to the late 1960's, R.F.S.T.'s unique bonding system -combined with a specialized, time-tested adhesive- cures each shell evenly over the entire surface of the shell. This process is truly a principal ingredient in creating the "Ludwig Sound" in every shell we make.

Bearing Edge

Dual 45-degree bearing edge for added focus, attach, and tuning control. A 3-ply maple core is used at this shell's core for the apex of the bearing edge for even head to edge contact. The oak inner/outer plies maximize attack and stick definition for a sound with dark presence and sculpted definition.

Sonic Grid

Blending aggressive attack and dark tones with quick even decay. Classic Oak is ideal for settings where volume, attack, and control are of the utmost priority.

Classic Oak Finishes
Night Oak - BH_High Res_3836 - Copy.jpg
Night Oak - BH
SMOKE Coming Soon.jpg
SMOKE - SK
Tennessee Whiskey.jpg
Tennessee Whiskey - TW
White Marine - 0P_High Res_3871.jpg
White Marine - 0P
Vintage White Marine - NM_High Res_3865.jpg
Vintage White Marine - NM
Sky Blue - 52_High Res_3848.jpg
Sky Blue - 52
Aged Onyx - AO_High Res_3856 - Copy.jpg
Aged Onyx - AO
Classic Olive Pearl Finish Sample.jpg
Classic Olive Pearl - 87
Yellow Glitter - T9_High Res_3882.jpg
Yellow Glitter - T9
Silver Sparkle - OS_High Res_3873.jpg
Silver Sparkle - OS
Red Sparkle - 27_High Res_3839 - Copy.jpg
Red Sparkle - 27
Gold Sparkle - 33_High Res_3844 - Copy.jpg
Gold Sparkle - 33
Green Sparkle - 54_High Res_3850 - Copy.jpg
Green Sparkle - 54
Blue Sparkle - 32_High Res_3843 - Copy.jpg
Blue Sparkle - 32
Black Sparkle - 0R_High Res_3872.jpg
Black Sparkle - 0R
Digital Black Sparkle.jpg
DIGITAL BLACK SPARKLE - A5
Vintage Black Oyster - 1Q_High Res_3837.jpg
Vintage Black Oyster - 1Q
Vintage Blue Oyster - 2Q_High Res_3842.jpg
Vintage Blue Oyster - 2Q
MOD ORANGE COMING SOON.jpg
MOD ORANGE - 51
Blue Olive Oyster Coming Soon.jpg
BLUE OLIVE OYSTER - 2P
Olive Oyster Finish Sample.jpg
Olive Oyster - 86
Citrus Mod_Finish_Sample_A3.jpg
CITRUS MOD - A3
Black Cortex Coming Soon.jpg
BLACK CORTEX - 0G
White Cortex Finish Sample.jpg
White Cortex - 0F
Gallery
Classic Oak Downbeat Smoke_L7340AXSK.jpg
Classic Oak Downbeat Tennessee Whiskey_L7340AXTW.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Smoke_L7342AXSKWC.jpg
Classic Oak Fab Tennessee Whiskey_L7342AXTWWC.jpg
Classic Oak Mod Smoke_L74282AXSK.jpg
Classic Oak Mod Tennesse Whiskey_L7482AXTW.jpg
Classic Oak Pro Beat Smoke_L7344AXSKWC.jpg
Classic Oak Pro Beat Tennessee Whiskey_L7340AXTW.jpg
Component Specs

Bass Drums - Virgin w/Elite Spurs

Diameter

Depth

Model

20" 14" LCB740XX__
22" 14" LCB742XX__WC
18" LCB782XX__
24" 14" LCB744__WC

Floor Tom - Triad Brackets w/12.5mm Legs

Diameter

Depth

Model

14" 14" LCF744XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
14" LCF744__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
16" 16" LCF766XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
16" LCF766XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
18" 16" LCF768__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
16" LCF768XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)

Tom Tom - Atlas Mounting

Diameter

Depth

Model

10" 8" LCT780XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
12" 8" LCT782XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
8" LCT782XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)
9" LCT792XX__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
13" 9" LCT793__ (w/Mini-Classic Lugs)
9" LCT793XX__WC (w/Classic Lugs)

SNARE DRUM - Twin Lugs, P88 Throw-Off, and P35 Butt-Plate

Diameter

Depth

Model

14" 5" LS754XX__
6.5" LS764XX__

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