Brass

The Ludwig LB416K Black Beauty Brass Snare Drum - 14 x 5" Hammered Shell.

Due to their truly unique and difficult manufacturing process, only a very limited number of Black Beauties are available each year from Ludwig USA.

A true American original, the Black Beauty provides a warm, round metallic tone that is often imitated, but never duplicated. Learn More

Rare 1960's Premier Royal Ace 14x6.5" Snare Drum, Chrome over Brass shell made in the UK!

All original condition, 8 lugs, slotted tension rods, internal muffler and diecast hoops!

Brand new Remo CS Dot Clear batter head and Remo Weatherking Hazy Ambassador resonant head.

Condition is great overall, however if you require additional information or photos feel free to contact our helpful team.

**Please note as this product is being sold under consignment the price is for pickup only, call or email our team for a freight quote**

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Only a very limited number of Black Beauties are available each year from Ludwig USA - DON'T MISS OUT! Learn More

Piccolo and Effects Snare Drums have become some of the most widely used and best selling Snare Drums in popular music today. Their crisp brilliant attack and tight sound with excellent projection have led many players to use them as both a secondary and primary snare.

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Brass shells create a pleasantly warm tone that naturally bridges the gap between wood and steel snare drums

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DXP brass shell snare drum.

16 single chrome lugs with black gaskets. DB654 super smooth strainer. Remo Coated UT batter head and Remo UT snare side head.

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Crafted to deliver old-world presence with modern function, the pre-aged Patina finish featured on the Pearl Sensitone Premium Brass snare tames the lively direction of the shell and allows it to speak with subtle warmth and throaty power. 

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13" x 6.5" smooth 1.2mm brass shell. 16 chrome lugs with black gaskets. DB654 super smooth strainer. Remo UT batter and bottom snare head.

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Only a very limited number of Black Beauties are available each year from Ludwig USA - DON'T MISS OUT! Learn More

The 14”x5” Free Floaters feature 1mm Brass shells known for their smooth and even frequency distribution thus making them ideal for all-purpose applications whether live or in the studio. Learn More

Ludwig’s Chrome over Brass snare drum, introduced in 1960 as the Super Ludwig, was the predecessor to the Supraphonic. The brass alloy coupled with a chrome plating offers the musical undertones favored of brass with just the right touch of added focus and treble.

Though short lived from its original release, the COB would go on to become one of the most sought after and in demand drums that would lead to its re-release in the 90's.

- Features

- 1.2mm Seamless Brass Shell Chrome Plated

- 2.3mm Steel Triple Flanged Hoops (Optional Die-Cast)

- P88AC Throw Off

- P35P Butt Plate Ludwig Weather Master Medium Coated Head

- Ludwig Weather Master Clear Snare Side Head

- 10 lugs

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Pearl Artist Matt Halpern designed each element of his Signature Snare Drum to complement -as well as contrast- the complex nature of his playing. Subtle touches, like black powder-coating and three shell vents help to temper the lively tone of its 1.5mm Brass shell. MasterCast die-cast hoops boost projection but Evans Heavyweight Dry heads deliver a controlled attack.

Its SR-150 Click-Lock strainer delivers increased sensitivity, while visual touches like black/brass STL Swivel Tube Lugs and striking yellow gaskets, serve to inspire the ideal performance. The end result is a snare drum with cutting, dry, versatility that responds quickly for aggressive play, and serves a variety of styles with an expanded tuning range. 

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Drawing from the original SensiTone promise of value and performance for the professional drummer, Heritage Alloy Black Nickel-over-Brass snare drums employ a 1mm Brass shell, the "go-to" shell countless pro players rely on for ultimate snare tone.

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Having a similar sonic quality to the Black Beauty but at a higher pitch, Ludwig's 5x14" and 6.5x14" Brass models are hammered using the same process as Ludwig Timpani to expand their playable range. Though each has a similar hammering pattern, no two are exactly alike and vary slightly in tonality. Choose from 5"x14" and 6.5"x14" models. Learn More