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Limited Reissue with the Look and Sound of '70s Rock





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Rediscover the sound that inspired drummers like Keith Moon and John Bonham in the Ludwig Vistalite reissue shell pack. The Vistalite is back and better than ever with a bold new finish, classic-styled hardware for an authentic stage vibe, and precise 45-degree bearing edges with modern enhancements for improved resonance and convenience. This classic 3-piece shell kit has the sound of the 1970s era, with enough massive punch to fill a venue. Vistalite shells are made from hardened acrylic for a louder, punchier, and livelier sound than wood, which is great for adding period drum tones to throwback rock and metal, and for giving modern productions big classic rock textures.





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See-through acrylic shells open up new sounds and stage appeal





The Ludwig Vistalite's characteristic fat, slappy, and open acrylic sound can be heard on classics such as Led Zeppelin's "When the Levee Breaks" and The Who's "Bell Boy." Its vintage color lends an authentic vibe to classic rock; it also adds interesting new textures to black metal, indie rock, and Motown mixes when other drums come across too sterile. And since the Vistalite's finished shells are transparent, your audience will have no trouble seeing your fancy footwork. Try mounting rope lights inside your shells for some added stage flair!





1970s-style hardware for an authentic Vistalite vibe





The modern Vistalite pays tribute to the original with Large Classic lugs, '70s badges, and vintage-styled Ludwig kick drumheads for Vistalite's unmistakable look and sound right out of the box. Upgrades like 45-degree bearing edges, more durable floor tom legs and kick drum spurs, and true Ludwig hoops provide superior convenience and subtle tonal improvements over the classic.





Vistalite: part of the Ludwig legacy





A favorite name here among Sweetwater drummers, Ludwig has enjoyed one of the proudest legacies in percussion since 1909. The world has experienced Ludwig's game-changing looks and sounds courtesy of Ringo Starr on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964, onstage with Cream's Ginger Baker in the late '60s, and at Live Aid with Queen's Roger Taylor in 1985.





Ludwig Vistalite Fab 3-piece Shell Pack Features:


The look and sound of classic rock and heavy metal


Finished see-through acrylic shells have a unique vibe


Massive tones from a 22-inch kick drum, 13-inch rack tom, and 16-inch floor tom


Virgin bass drum delivers uncompromised low-end punch


Ludwig Large Classic lugs and 1970s blue/olive badges provide an authentic look


45° bearing edges balance attack and resonance


Ludwig Silver Dot and '70s logo bass drumheads for great looks and tone straight of the gate


Limited-edition drum set: only 20 available worldwide


Snare drum sold separately