Ludwig 14x6.5 Black Beauty Snare Drum with Die-Cast Hoops

The Ludwig 14x6.5 Black Beauty Snare Drum (LB417D) features a seamless, beaded 1.2mm black nickel plated brass shell with 45 degree bearing edges, 10 Imperial lugs, die-cast hoops, P88AC throw-off, P35 butt plate, Ludwig 18-strand snare wires, Ludwig Coated Weather Master batter drumhead, Ludwig Clear Weather Master snare side drumhead, smooth black nickel finish, chrome hardware, and Ludwig Keystone badge. Drum key and warranty card included.

One of the primary reasons Ludwig is "The Most Famous Name On Drums" is the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum. A true American original, the Black Beauty provides a warm, round metallic tone that is often imitated, but never duplicated. Due to their truly unique and difficult manufacturing process, only a very limited number of Black Beauties are available each year from Ludwig USA.