What am i missing here?

StellarReign · #1 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 11:40 AM

ok guys i just found a premier drum set on craigslist for what seems to me, like a good price. im trying to get some other opinions on it. heres what it is

5 piece Premier Special Edition Drum Kit.

All matching, great condition. 22 in bass, 16 in floor tom, 13 & 12 in toms, 14 in snare, high-end remo heads with tone rings. Kit includes zildian zbt 14 in hi-hats, zbt 14 in & 16 in crash cymbals, and an 18 in paste pst 3 ride. All heavy duty stands. Real nice sound, great price - truly a steal! $395.00 firm.

heres the link

it looks in good condition in the pictures. im wondering if any of the shells are cracked. do you think its worth a look? i thought premier is like a really good European brand of drums. so at a price like this it should be a steal

drumtech · #2 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 11:56 AM

Who knows what the story is here - this could have been a kit bought for a kid or an adult that never showed any interest or did not have an aptitude for the drums.

Call them and feel them out. As a side note I found a set of DW Pacific CX's at a pawn shop for $175.00, and now it's one of my practice/lesson kits. The snare alone was worth @$150.00. So there can be some good deals out there...

StellarReign · #3 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by drumtech

Who knows what the story is here - this could have been a kit bought for a kid or an adult that never showed any interest or did not have an aptitude for the drums.

Call them and feel them out. As a side note I found a set of DW Pacific CX's at a pawn shop for $175.00, and now it's one of my practice/lesson kits. The snare alone was worth @$150.00. So there can be some good deals out there...

cool thanks for the tip. im going to call them and see if i can inspect and maybe play the kit before buying. what would you say a drum set like this would sell for new back in its prime? because it definatly looks vintage

drumtech · #4 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 01:10 PM

There are a lot a things that goes into making a drumset vintage. Check at the following link - http://www.vintagedrumguide.com/ - once you have the information off the kit. Some sets can be worth more vintage than when they were new. Get them to send you a picture of the Badge and compare it to this list - http://www.vintagedrumguide.com/premier_badges.html

One series of equipment that epitomizes this is the Sears Silvertone line of equipment, cheap when it was new but commands a high dollar in certain music circles now.

Premier was a popular brand in the 60's especially with British drummers, like Keith Moon.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Premier_Percussion

Follow Up: It appears to be a @1985 set, but is hard to say without more information - see: http://www.oaklandbeachdrums.com/vintagedrumsets.htm (1985 Premier Special Edition 5 pcs, about 3/4 down the page). The finish and drum sizes seem similar.

StellarReign · #5 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by drumtech

There are a lot a things that goes into making a drumset vintage. Check at the following link - Vintage Drum Company - History of Vintage Drums - Vintage Drum Questions and History - once you have the information off the kit. Some sets can be worth more vintage than when they were new. Get them to send you a picture of the Badge and compare it to this list - Vintage Snare Drums online Ludwig, Slingerland, Leedy, Camco, Gretsch, Sonor

One series of equipment that epitomizes this is the Sears Silvertone line of equipment, cheap when it was new but commands a high dollar in certain music circles now.

Premier was a popular brand in the 60's especially with British drummers, like Keith Moon.

Premier Percussion - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Follow Up: It appears to be a @1985 set, but is hard to say without more information - see: Vintage Drum Sets - OAKLAND BEACH DRUMS (1985 Premier Special Edition 5 pcs, about 3/4 down the page). The finish and drum sizes seem similar.

wow, your the man, thank you for all that info

i have much learning to do master

**Tainojim** · #6 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 06:43 PM

Drumtech hit right on the nose. The badge and serial numbers would be very helpful.

The ZBT's have a flat sound. If the drums are on the level, then the drums alone are more than worth it. Then again do they match your genre of music.

StellarReign · #7 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 08:49 PM

well i was going to use this as a practice kit at my house. i play in a prog/rock band with my pearl export right now.

Andy B · #8 (**permalink**) 03-01-2011, 06:44 PM

Premier Resonater dude! done up £300-£400 in top class i have seen them Vintade drum sites going for £700 but that is completely restored £242.67 sterling! I would knock the seller down £150- £200 for cash no more.....