Gretsch Tradition of 5-Lug toms, Why? | [DFO] Drum Forum
Apr 17, 2020 · My Renown kit has 10, 12, 14" toms. Both the high toms are 5-luggers, while the 14" tom has 8 lugs. Does anyone know the definitive answer on why Gretsch puts just 5-lugs on their 10" and …
Gretsch snare recommendations - [DFO] Drum Forum
The Gretsch Bell Brass 6.5x14” is an absolutely great snare. Warm and crunchy and does it all.
Does removing the original wrap from vintage Gretsch drums lower the ...
Oct 29, 2025 · I've seen a few older Gretsch drums with mahogany outer plies under the wrap, which flies in the face of conventional wisdom, but yet they do exist. If you (or your friend) want a natural …
Nitrocellulose lacquer | [DFO] Drum Forum
Aug 6, 2005 · What is the deal with nitrocellulose lacquer? I hear guitar players talk about it on guitar finishes and I understand the Gretsch USA Customs are finished this way. Is it really better or just …
Gretsch Renown opinions | [DFO] Drum Forum
Feb 18, 2025 · Someone offered their Gretsch Renown’s to me for my Ludwig Evolution drums and $200. Curious what you guys think. The kit is 8” 10” 12” 14” 22” no snare. Any opinions welcome. …
Gretsch Drop-G Tom Bracket Dilemma - [DFO] Drum Forum
Gretsch G9025 Hinged Tom & Floor Tom Bracket This is the current bracket used on all Gretsch USA mounted tom suspension mounts, and had been previously used on USA Custom, Brooklyn, New …
Gretsch - Brooklyn, Broadkaster or USA Custom? - [DFO] Drum Forum
Jul 20, 2020 · Brooklyn are a current new Gretsch flavor sort of a Ludwig Classic maple done in Gretsch style That definitely lines up with what I've learned. The Brooklyns are cool but sometimes they …
Gretsch USA Custom order - thoughts on direct-mount or suspension?
Oct 7, 2023 · Has anyone here ordered a Gretsch kit (USAC or BK) with direct-mount brackets and regretted it ? I am about to place an USAC order and am pondering that detail as Gretsch does …
Black Beauty or Bell brass? | [DFO] Drum Forum
Jul 31, 2020 · I never played a black beauty and everyone seems to say it does everything well. I figure if I wanted to spend that much on a snare is there something "better" like a Dw bell brass or for …
Gretsch replacement snare throw off recommendations.
Aug 21, 2024 · Hi all, I’ve got a Gretsch 4160 from the 70’s with the offset lightning throw off (handle off center). Any suggestions for a good replacement that wouldn’t require drilling into shell?