Ludwig teams with Anderson Paak for limited edition drum collection

Pee Wee Signature Collection exclusively available on Reverb

Reverb has announced that legendary drum makers Ludwig and 8x Grammy Award winner Anderson .Paak will sell the newly announced, limited edition Pee .Wee Signature Collection exclusively on its platform. Featuring Anderson .Paak’s first-ever signature snare drum and an accompanying drum rug, The Anderson .Paak by Ludwig Reverb Shop is now open.

“I can’t believe it’s really happening! Before I wanted anything, I wanted my own signature snare drum,” .Paak says. “The snare drum is something really custom and unique to your sound. Even if you just have the kick and the snare and high hat – the way you tune your stuff, sometimes, you don’t need all the chops; sometimes it’s just about the sound.”

“We’re honored to have the opportunity to collaborate with one of music’s most prolific talents, Anderson .Paak,” shares a representative from Ludwig Drums. “It is an absolute pleasure to bring Anderson .Paak’s signature look to the famous Ludwig sound. All drums in this signature collection are handcrafted in Monroe, NC USA and autographed by Anderson .Paak himself – it just doesn’t get any more epic than that!”

The Anderson .Paak by Ludwig Reverb Shop, home of the Pee .Wee Signature Collection by Anderson .Paak, features the signature Vanderson Paisley pattern on Ludwig’s acclaimed Classic Maple series shell, creating a perfect all-purpose drum. The seven-ply North American Maple shell has a 45-degree bearing edge, complete with brass-plated die-cast hoops, brass-plated tube lugs, a brass-plated throw-off and butt plate, a brass-cast Ludwig Keystone badge, and a brass commemorative badge. Only 250 of each model will be produced. There will be a 5×14-inch option at $799 and a 6.5×14-inch model at $849, all autographed by .Paak himself.

“You got the pro finish. You got the custom AP Paisley print. You got the signature badge. You got the signed sticker inside with the AP portrait. It’s got an incredible, impeccable sound. You also have 100% maple [wood], so you already know what that’s about, sweet syrup!” .Paak adds. “It’s screaming for you to smack it like crazy, and even if you can’t play, you’re gonna look good, and you can figure out the rest later.”

Additionally, The Anderson .Paak by Ludwig Reverb Shop features 250 Pee .Wee Signature Drum Rugs for $149. Measuring 78×63 inches, the plush rug — which matches the Vanderson Paisley design of the collection’s drum — features a non-slip rubber backing intended to keep drums safely in place during use, along with Velcro loop-and-lock straps for easy transport.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn

Buddy Iahn founded The Music Universe when he decided to juxtapose his love of web design and music. As a lifelong drummer, he decided to take a hiatus from playing music to report it. The website began as a fun project in 2013 to one of the top independent news sites. Email: info@themusicuniverse.com