Joe patiently and lovingly restores vintage drums for hours and hours in Yorkshire, UK.
His work can be seen and heard worldwide at recording studios, festivals, music halls, theatres, social clubs and pubs by touring professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Joe's work can be found in the collections and set ups of the following:
Joe sources many American and European vintage drums including Ludwig, Leedy, Slingerland, Beverley, Premier, Gretsch, Sonor, Hayman, WFL and Olympic amongst others. Bringing them back to their former glory to be appreciated once again, they can then be cherished for another 50-100+ years.
Head to the Shop section of this site to see availability of the freshest vintage drums in the UK, and keep up to date with his social networks for his latest sales.
Late 1970s Ludwig Supraphonic 402 14x6.5”. Restored in Autumn 2023.
1960’s Ludwig Acrolite 14x5”. Restored in Summer 2018.
1960’s Ludwig 400 Supraphonic 14x5”. Restored in Summer 2018.
Late 50’s Slingerland ‘Gene Krupa Radio King’ 14x5.5”. Restored in Summer 2018.
1962 Ludwig ‘Jazz Combo’ 13x3” in original Blue and Gold Duco. Restored in Summer 2018.
1928 Ludwig ‘All Round Model’ 14x5” Nickel Over Brass. Restored in Spring 2018.
1954 Leedy & Ludwig ‘The Reliance’ 14x6.5” in original White Marine Pearl. Restored in Spring 2018.
Early 1970’s Premier ‘111 Outfit’ 20x14”, 12x8”, 14x14”. Restored in Summer 2018.
1966 Ajax 'Nu Sound' 14x5" in Burgundy Pearl. Restored in October 2017.
1966 Ludwig 'Club Date' in Sky Blue Pearl sized 20", 12" & 14". Restored and sold in September 2017.
Aug 1937 Leedy 'Broadway Standard' 14x5" Solid Mahogany in White Marine Pearl. Restored in October 2017.
1960's Premier 18", 12", 14" Bop in White Marine Pearl. Restored and sold in February 2017.
Mar 16 1959 Ludwig 'Jazz Combo' 13x3" in Turquoise and Gold Duco. Restored and sold in October 2017.
Circa 1955 Slingerland 'Gene Krupa Deluxe' Radio King, sized 22", 13", 16" in original black diamond pearl. Restored and sold in January/February 2017.
1958 WFL 'Buddy Rich Model Super Classic' 14x5.5" in WMP. Restored in summer 2017.
