In collaboration with the Buddy Rich Family, Cathy Rich has launched The Buddy Rich Drum Company. Considered one of history's greatest Jazz musicians, Buddy Rich dedicated his life to the craft of drumming. The Buddy Rich Drum Company has been developed with the same commitment and dedication to the excellence that Buddy personified. The company will be offering several levels of drum sets, student snare drum packs, a complete drumstick and accessory line.
Who I'd like to meet: About the drums..
The Buddy Rich Signature Kit
The Buddy Rich Signature kit is designed after the legend’s personal specifications:
9x13 6ply Maple rack
(2) 16x16 6ply Maple floors
14x24 8ply Maple kick
Finishes:Available in Aged white pearl, Black diamond, Mint ripple, and Sky blue diamond Lugs: Beavertail lugs Hoops: 2.3mm hoops / Matching wood hoops on bass drum Badges: Serial numbered "Hand Crafted in USA" aluminum BR branded badges Extra/Other: Banana rail mount on bass drum to mount rack, (2) cymbal mounts off bass drum, BR branded brackets, heavy duty spurs, All edges and interiors hand sanded and finished
The Buddy Rich Signature Snare
5x14 6ply Maple
Finishes:Available in Aged white pearl, Black diamond, Mint ripple, and Sky blue diamond Lugs: Single Beavertail lugs Hoops: 2.3mm hoops Badges: Serial numbered "Hand Crafted in USA" aluminum BR branded badges Extra/Other: Dunnett throw off, 20 strand snare wires, All edges and interiors hand sanded and finished
Stay tuned for more information, pricing, dealer listing, contact info, and brand new website for the Buddy Rich Drum Company!
It is a great honor to be friends with the Buddy Rich drum company. At 6 years old, watching him perform on Johnny Carson, he inspired me to want to be a drummer when I grew up, and low and behold....I DID!!! :) Thanks so much Sincerely Erik