Ludwig LB419KT Snare Drums - Black Beauty Series, 14" x 6.5", black nickel plated hammered brass shell, P70 Super Sensitive Snare Strainer, tube lugs. The brass shell constructed from a single sheet of brass that is machine drawn and spun into a seamless beaded drum, then black nickel plated with a beautifully exquisite finish to provide a warm, round metallic tone.