Today, I'm sharing an old favorite.
This pad, labeled "The Globe", was made in the 1940s or possibly 1950s. The rubber may or may not be original. And the pad may have been manufactured FOR Globe by another company. (This happens quite a bit in the world of practice pads, making research a little more challenging.)
It's one of my favorite pads both for its looks -- that gorgeous patina and age -- and its sound and feel.
The rubber on this pad and the firm attachment to the wood black make for a generous, gentle rebound of the sticks, ideal for arthritic hands like mine on the creakiest, coldest mornings.
Below: Photos of the pad, followed by a video from last summer that gives you an idea of how it sounds.
I welcome opinions, information and leads on more research about this and other vintage practice pad designs and makers. Happy drumming!
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