These Tuning Indicators worked very well for two sets of ludwig timpani as anticipated. Ludwig tuner indicators have a brass color. These tuner indicators have a silver color, FYI. One plus to these indicators vs. Ludwig is the four dots around the letter, giving a more precise point of the indicator by which to adjust the "arrow" of the timpani mechanism. 100% pleased.

Teflon Tape for Timpani Bearing Edges is the best tape I've ever had.
It applies quickly and easily, and the results are fantastic. No noise from the timpani head. I'm very happy with it.

These bushings are a great upgrade to the original washers as they provide a short collar to separate the tension rods from the counterhoop ears, therefore eliminating any potential metal on metal contact and unwanted extra sounds.

I like the better than spray teflon. Nothing to wipe off and no mess.

These work great with my Ludwig timpani and are less expensive that the "originals." They fit perfectly and stand up much better than the plastic ones shipped by the company when I bought the set of drums we have.

Everything was great! I’d send you a pic if this site would allow me.

Finding the perfect size bushings can be difficult for Light drums. When I needed some fabricated I knew DK Percussion could help. Daniel did a great job of replicating the original master screw bushings from my Mark XI drums. Bravo Daniel!

“These replacement indicators are awesome. They will last much longer than the original ones.
Also the customer service is superb!!!!
Can't thank you enough!!!!
Tim Froncek Percussion Tech Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp”

“These are much nicer than the original plastic topped indicators that came with our timpani. Those eventually had the letters scraped off. These will work much better. The service was great and Dan kept in communication with me about our order. Bravo!”

“Never had a problem with these indicators and I know that these will last the life of a set of timpani, if not longer. Great replacements for Ludwig indicators that have either gone missing or have had the letters peel off.”

“I used the DK Percussion teflon tape for the first time a couple of weeks ago on a job replacing a set of timpani heads. I was pleasantly surprised at how much easier it was to install this tape on the bowls versus the teflon bearing edge tape I had been using previously. It has just enough give to the tape to make it conform to the edge effortlessly and it's very thin. This will be what I keep in stock for my jobs now.”

“We purchased a variable amount of these tuning indicators, and the customer service level was off the charts. Prior to shipping, Daniel reached out to us to confirm we weren't missing anything we needed, and followed up with us to ensure our needs were met. The products themselves are fantastic.

Reward this business with your confidence, trust, and repeat transactions. They're one of the good ones, for sure.”

I played a set of Ludwig Dresdens for almost a couple of decades before I got these ratchets. Daniel did the work that Ludwig should have done when these drums were designed. No more fiddling between the coarse teeth of the originals, only to have to mess with the fine tuners. Fantastic workmanship. Worth every penny and many more. Get them!

“These are awesome. They are quite an impressive upgrade to the ones on our Ludwig timpani. Dan is knowledgeable and very helpful. I know I’ll never need to order them again…….but I would!”

“I bought 15 Stainless Steel Timpani Stand Crosses to make stands for my African drums like 18" djembe and also for handpan instruments and more. They are Pro! Very solid and well made. I am happy, it is very useful for me to create different stands.”