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1930s Slingerland 'The Gene Krupa Model' Radio King Snare Drum : 6.5 x 14
Slingerland 1937-43 'The Gene Krupa' Radio King Model Snare
Size : 6.5 x 14
Finish : Blue / Gold Duco
As outlined in the 1939 Slingerland catalog, "Equipped with Internal Tone Control and Self-Aligning Lugs - This is the same model that was originally made under the specifications outlined by Gene Krupa."
The Radio King is one of the most iconic drums in history and considered Slingerland's flagship model drum. This particular drum features a 6.5 x 14 shell size finished in original Blue/Gold Duco combination, listed as "Antique Colors" in the 1936 catalog. The drum is equipped with all original hardware including chrome plated beavertail style lugs, double flanged hoops, internal tone control muffler, 'Speedy' 3-point strainer and snappy snares. Fresh hide heads have been tucked and stamped with the appropriate 'Radio King' logo. Overall, this drum is in fantastic original condition.