The Slingerland Drum Company was founded
by H.H. Slingerland in 1912, and is linked to
the rich history of jazz drumming.

In 1935, the Radio King Drum Series were
introduced, and were Slingerland Drum's
flagship snare drums and drum sets until 1957.
However, they briefly disappeared from the
product line. Between 1960 and 1962, the
Radio Kings Drums were reintroduced and
remain the premier drum line for the
Slingerland Drum Company.

Through the 70s and 80s, the Slingerland Drum
Company lost its footing, and in the late 80s,
the company closed. But, in the late 90's, the
Slingerland name was revived by Gibson, and
the Slingerland Drums are once again in
production.