The Ludwig Evolution 22 5pc Drum Kit w/ Hardware is a 5-piece set of poplar shells fitted with chrome shell hardware and finished in Black Sparkle. The poplar shells offer a warm crisp sound that is well suited to a wide variety of styles and genres. Each shell is fitted with high-quality chrome hardware offering increased strength whilst adding to the overall appearance of the kit. In addition to the shells this Ludwig Element Evolution Drum Kit includes a range of durable stands and hardware.Designed to meet the needs of the everyday gigging drummer and musician the Ludwig Element Evolution 22 Drum Kit provides a very versatile setup and is available at an extremely affordable price point.Please Note: Cymbals not included. Poplar Shells The Ludwig Element Evolution Drum Kit features high-quality poplar shells with a black sparkle finish equipped with durable chrome shell hardware. 45-degree bearing edges allow for a smooth response and enhanced sensitivity to even the lightest hits making the kit ideal for a wide range of drumming styles and genres. The shells are fitted with durable chrome hardware which contributes towards the overall strength of the shells without compromising the stunning design. Includes Hardware In addition to the shells the Ludwig Element Evolution Drum Kit includes a range of high-quality hardware. The hardware includes a straight cymbal stand a boom cymbal stand a snare stand a hi-hat stand two tom holders a drum throne and three floor tom legs. About Ludwig Drums Established in 1909 by William F. & Theobald Ludwig the Ludwig Drum Company has since progressed to become one of the worlds leading drum manufacturers. William had been a professional drummer performing and touring with circuses and shows along with occasional gigs. The brothers decided to open a drum shop in Chicago and called it Ludwig & Ludwig. The company began with a concept for the design and manufacture of a bass drum pedal but quickly progressed adding new products to the catalogue including snare drums and timpani. After Theobald Ludwig died in 1918 William continued by himself and by 1923 Ludwig had become one of the largest drum manufacturers in the world employing 240 workers. In the late 20s Ludwig & Ludwig was sold to C.G. Conn instrument company and despite staying on to run the company which now belonged to Conn William Ludwig eventually left to start a new company which he named after his initials: the WFL Drum Company in 1937. During WWII the company was producing drums on a small scale but soon grew in size to become one of the main competitors for Ludwig & Ludwig. In the following years Ludwig & Ludwig stopped producing drums altogether meaning William and his son Bill Jr. were able to buy the Ludwig trademark back from Conn. During the 1960s Ludwig began to receive huge amounts of publicity and their products started to become much more widely recognised throughout the drumming industry. Ludwig started to introduce more and more products to their ranges with key artists such as John Bonham from Led Zeppelin performing on Ludwig drums and gaining yet more publicity and recognition. Since the 1960s and 1970s Ludwig has maintained its status as one of the most popular drum manufacturers in the world. The manufacturing facility remains in Monroe NC offering huge ranges of drums and accessories including full drum kits snares percussion hardware accessories and even merchandise. The company also celebrated its 100th anniversary releasing yet more flagship drumming equipment. Ludwigs snares are often considered some of the best in the business holding the title of the worlds most toured and recorded snares ever. Offering sounds which are often imitated but never duplicated the snares are available in a huge variety of materials sizes finishes and with different components. Every snare offers unique qualities but they all share one property. A truly unbeatable sound. With over one hundred years in the profession of percussion Ludwig have provided high-quality drums to an extensive list of renowned drummers the world over. Follow in the footsteps of the greats and pave your path to percussion glory through a vast selection of tones styles and sizes designed to get the best out of your playing. Features High quality poplar shells give warm crisp tones Ludwig Hardware Pack Included Durable chrome hardware Remo Pinstripe batter heads on toms Black sparkle finish Configuration Shells Bass Drum: 22 x 18 Snare: 14 x 5 Rack Tom 1: 10 x 8 Rack Tom 2: 12 x 9 Floor Tom: 16 x 16 Hardware Straight cymbal stand Boom cymbal stand Snare stand Hi-hat stand Tom holders Drum throne Floor tom legs Specification Shell Material: Poplar Plies: 6 Bearing Edge: 45 Degree Hoops: Triple Flanged Lugs: Low Mass Product Code: LCEE22016