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Radio King. A Slingerland drum kit. Slingerland's most famous product line is the Radio King series of drums. These drums were introduced in 1936–37, and remained Slingerland's flagship snare drums and drum sets until 1957, when the Radio King model briefly disappeared from the product line.
Drum Workshop has purchased Slingerland, and the company will release a new generation of Slingerland instruments next year, it was announced today. “No question Slingerland is one of the great American drum brands,” said DW President and CEO Chris Lombardi.
The legacy of the Slingerland Drum Company is deeply rooted in its innovative approach to drum manufacturing. Established in 1912 by H.H. Slingerland in Chicago, the company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality drums that were sought after by professional musicians.
Our Slingerland Drum Company History is unmatched in the vintage community and most dealers and collectors come to us to do research and learn more about Slingerland Drums.
1923: The Slingerland Banjo Company is formed by members of the Slingerland family in Chicago. Initially, only ukuleles, banjos and guitars were made. Drum production began in 1926.
BY NICOLAS GRIZZLE Drum Workshop has purchased Slingerland, and the company will release a new generation of Slingerland instruments next year, it was announced today. “No question Slingerland is one of the great American drum brands,” said DW President and CEO Chris Lombardi. “It’s also near and dear to my father’s heart.
From the classic cool of a marine pearl wrap to the inimitable and coveted sound of a Radio King snare, Slingerland drums are sterling examples of quality and craftsmanship from decades past. Find all the rare, used, and vintage Slingerland to perfectly complement your zoot suit on Reverb.
