The drum badge is one of the easiest ways to accurately date a Slingerland drum. The shape of the badge is a great identifier. From 1928-1948, Slingerland used metal badges with a more floral shape. In 1949 they switched to round badges in solid metal colors.

Are Rogers Drums any good?

Rogers drums in their day were the best American drums. They were light years ahead of everybody else in terms of engineering. Their hardware was so good, a of guys are still using it today. Their shells and bearing edges were close to perfection, unlike the other Big Two brands.

Does Rogers still make drums?

Though production was discontinued in the 1980s, over the decades Rogers has remained one of the top vintage brands, building a large following of devoted fans, and distinctly influencing modern drum builders. Now, its relaunch is official.

How do you date Tama Superstar drums?

Dating Tama Only Tama Starclassic Maple Drums have serial numbers that indicate the age of the drums. With the Starclassic Serial number system, you apply the “subtract 10 system” to the first two digits of the number to get what year they were made in.

When did Rogers stop making drums?

1980s Though production was discontinued in the 1980s, over the decades Rogers has remained one of the top vintage brands, building a large following of devoted fans, and distinctly influencing modern drum builders.