Aug 1962 Slingerland 'The Modern Solo Outfit No. 2R' 20x14", 12x8", 12x8", 16x16" in Black Diamond Pearl

An incredible Slingerland set in original classic Black Diamond Pearl with all original chrome hardware in great condition.

These old Slingerland 3-ply shells are delightful, especially these mahogany ones, a real ‘if you know, you know’ vibe!

The Modern Solo Outfit bizarrely came with two 12x8” toms, mounted simply and iconically on a centre mount. They work really well and with the drums not featuring badges (something Slingerland did around this time), they are very true and resonant freely.

Overall, the shells, wrap and chrome work is in a wonderful condition with only minor pitting, aging and scuffs across the whole kit. The tension rods show their aging as often the case with Slingerlands of this age.

Please see photos for condition.

Freshly stripped, cleaned and polished in my workshop across April-May 2025.

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12x8”

3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with maple re-rings.

Date stamp: Aug _ 1962.

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Original chrome hardware including chrome over brass “Rim-Shot” hoops, internal dampener, tom mount plate, lugs and tension rods.

Fitted with brand new Remo Vintage Ambassador and Coated Ambassador

12x8”

3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with maple re-rings.

Date stamp: Aug _ 1962.

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Original chrome hardware including chrome over brass “Rim-Shot” hoops, internal dampener, tom mount plate, lugs and tension rods.

Fitted with brand new Remo Vintage Ambassador and Coated Ambassador

16x16”

3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with maple re-rings.

Date stamp: Aug _ 1962.

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Original chrome hardware including chrome over brass “Rim-Shot” hoops, leg mounts with push button adjusters, internal dampener, tom mount plate, lugs and tension rods.

Fitted with brand new Remo Vintage Ambassador and Coated Ambassador

20x14”

3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with maple re-rings.

Date stamp: ‘62 only visible underneath the tom mount backing.

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Original chrome hardware including tom mount plate, lugs, tension rods and claws.

The interior has been painted in a dark grey/blue by a previous owner.

There were a few little minor dinks in the bearing edges. I have filled these in.

Hoops show some signs of aging, but I believe the finish is original.

Fitted with brand new Remo Coated Powerstroke 3 and Fiberskyn Ambassador reso, with Slingerland. and Joe Cox Drums decals.