Ludwig Ultimate 18" Marching Bass Drums

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SKU: LUMB18P
By Ludwig
RM5,990.00

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Ludwig Ultimate 18" Marching Bass Drums - Drum only is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.


 

"The Most Famous Name On Drums" returns to the field with the introduction of Ludwig Ultimate Marching Percussion. Ludwig ULTIMATE series - Proudly Made in USA.


Ludwig Ultimate Marching Bass Drums are designed for modern marching groups, featuring 6-ply North American Maple shells, 10-ply hoops, and oversized tension claws. 

Maple brings high sensitivity, a wide tuning range, and a biting attack to your bass line. Each drum is constructed with 45-degree bearing edges with a 1/8" radius round over, finally hand-sanded to assure a completely flat surface to seat the head correctly.

A bladder mold and a special adhesive lets the shells cure evenly across the entire surface. This unique method make the shells incredibly strong to hold up under immense tuning pressure.

The Difference Is Inside:

Ludwig ULTIMATE uses the only finest quality woods - that’s Select North American Maple. Maple shells offer a high level of sensitivity, a dynamic tuning range, and a sharp attack. Making them the perfect fit for the marching arts. 

Ludwig assembles the thick 5.4mm, 6-ply Maple Shell in a cross laminated fashion using their exclusive Radio Frequency Shell Technology. This process utilizes Ludwig's original bladder molds and a specialized adhesive, allowing the shell to cure evenly across the entire surface. Laminate finishes are applied during this stage as well. Resulting in a more durable drum with better resonance.

The final ingredient in a Ludwig shell is the bearing edge. Ludwig's 45-degree inner cut with a 1/8" round over gives you the ULTIMATE in projection and tone. This edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface. Ensuring an unmistakable Ludwig sound.

Size: 14x18" Marching Bass Drum

Weight: 7kg

Color Options:  Black Cortex, White Cortex, Brushed Silver

Optional Hardware and Case: 

  • MAY ABS™ Auto Release Monoposto Bass Carrier (RMABSB)
  • MAY E Posto Bass Carrier (RMLEB)
  • AIRlift Stadium Hardware Stand for Bass Drum
  • Marching Bass Drum Case

Features:

  • Made in the USA
  • Shell - 6-ply, 100% North American Maple. Maple shells offer a high level of sensitivity, a dynamic tuning range, and a sharp attack. Making them the perfect fit for the marching arts.
  • Bearing Edge - Each bass bearing edge is a 45-degree inner cut with a 1/8" radius round over. This edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface for easy head seating; the final touch to complete the unmistakable Ludwig Sound.
  • Air Vents - 6 sonically located air vents are present on every drum.
  • Hardware - The redesigned aluminum casing includes a smaller profile and a 60% reduction in weight. All while maintaining the signature Ludwig look.

LEARN MORE:

→ Ludwig Ultimate Series Marching Drums Catalog