Ludwig Drums

The Ludwig brand started in 1909 when a pair of drumming brothers, Bill and Theobald Ludwig, invented an improved bass drum pedal. This new design, which used a spring to keep the beater off the drum, allowed drummers to create faster tempos. Following this bass drum pedal, the Ludwig brothers created a hydraulic action timpani drum, giving Ludwig drums a name in the world of percussion instruments. This spirit of innovation has been the backbone of the Ludwig brand for many years. Ludwig drums has consistently been at the forefront of American drum manufacturers with innovations in pedal technology, lug design, and the materials used in manufacturing such exemplary drums.

Ludwig Drums received a huge popularity boost in the 1960s when The Beatles’ drummer Ringo Starr displayed the Ludwig trade name on his bass drum, right above the The Beatles’ logo. Since then, Ludwig drums have graced many stages across the world during performances by bands such as Journey, Rush, KISS, Hall and Oates, Rascal Flatts, and Aerosmith.

Many of Ludwig’s products are manufactured in either Illinois or North Carolina, with only the Accent series being manufactured in Asia. Ludwig Drums manufacture a wide variety of instruments including snare drums, drum kits, marching drums, and mallets. In fact, Ludwig’s snare drums are often considered an industry standard for professional percussionists. These drums are best known for their style, sound, and design, which are often described as classic, yet modern. The proven sound and manufacturing techniques of Ludwig Drums have built the company’s reputation as being dedicated to percussionists. Ludwig drums has, and continues to remain, a vibrant force in the world of percussion.