Sonor AS 12 1405 BG Artist Snare Drum Brass 14"x5", Colour: BG = Brass Gold, Measurements: 14" x 5", Shell: Brass, Shell Thickness: 1 mm, Tension Rods: 2 x 10 pieces, Snare Wires: SW 1424 MS 06, 24 brass wires, Features: die-cast hoops, TuneSafe, throw-off snare action, gold plated fittings with finish protectors, protection lacquer. The best choice for drummers looking for explosive, bright sound characteristics with a high level of force and emphatically soft shading. A broad spectrum, with sensitive response for all playing dynamics, are other trademarks of this snare drum. All of the fittings are in gold finish, giving the drum an exclusive look.