The Ludwig Universal 14 x 5.5 Black Brass Snare Drum is modelled after Ludwigs famous Black Beauty range emphasising optimal response sensitivity and dark warm tones. The Universal Black Brass Snare Drum features a 1mm brass shell to deliver a rich dynamic range – suitable for various tuning ranges and head combinations. This shell is fitted with chrome triple-flanged hoops. These hoops offer a sharper attack and cut in more aggressive playing styles with a loud crisp and clear rimshot and cross-stick sound. What about the hardware? The Ludwig Universal Black Brass Snare Drums are fitted with heavy duty tube lugs a P88i throw off a P35 butt plate and 20 strand snare wires. Ludwig Universal The Ludwig Universal Snare Drum series offers drummers a new sonic palette of sounds to complement virtually any style of music. Universal snares were designed to bring unique musical voices to the stage that work well in various musical styles across multiple tuning ranges. Features 1mm brass shell delivers a rich dynamic range Suitable for a variety of styles and tuning ranges Die cast hoops provide loud crisp and clear rimshot sounds Tube lugs offer reliable and consistent tuning Quick timbre changes thanks to the P88i throw off 20 strand snare wires provide a crisp snare tone Specifications Shell Material: Brass Shell Thickness: 1mm Hoops: Chrome-Plated Triple Flanged Lugs: Heavy-Duty Tube Lugs Throw-Off: P88i Butt Plate: P35 Snare Wires: 20 Strand Hardware: Chrome Finish: Black Brass Product Code: LU5514C