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Ludwig Raw Brass Snare Drum - 5 x 14-inch - Raw Patina

5" x 14" Brass Snare Drum with 2.3mm Seamless Beaded Shell and Triple-flanged Hoops - Natural
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Ludwig Raw Brass Snare Drum - 5 x 14-inch - Raw Patina
$649.00
48 months
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Ludwig Raw Brass Snare Drum - 5 x 14-inch - Raw Patina
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Unfinished Brass Shell is Visually Distinct and Sonically Pure

From yesterday's Black Beauty to today's Black Magic, Ludwig's brass snares have earned a special place in the hearts of drum enthusiasts everywhere. The Ludwig Raw Brass Snare is a new step in an old direction. This snare starts with a seamless center-beaded brass shell of the same quality as Ludwig's legendary Black Beauties. Most striking is this drum's unfinished exterior. The total lack of finish yields a truly natural patina and completely unfiltered top end. This makes the Ludwig Raw Brass snare not just a snare you'll be proud to feature in your studio snare case, but one whose crisp response and 1:1 sensitivity will make it the star of many recording projects. Other features Ludwig fanatics will love in the Raw Brass snare include a throwback Keystone badge, Imperial lugs, and a sensitive P88 throw off. Order yours from Sweetwater today.

Ludwig Raw Brass 14" Snare Drum Features:

  • 5" x 14" snare drum
  • 2.3mm seamless center-beaded brass shell
  • The same quality brass as used in Ludwig's Black Beauty snares
  • Unfinished exterior remains visually distinct and sonically pure
  • Fast, sensitive, and dynamic
  • Impressive output
  • Iconic Keystone badge, Imperial lugs, and P88 throw off

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Raw Brass Snare
  • Drum Depth: 5"
  • Drum Diameter: 14"
  • Shell Material: Brass
  • Shell Construction: 2.3mm, Center-beaded/Seamless
  • Hoops: Triple-flanged
  • Lugs: 10 x Imperial Lugs
  • Color: Raw Patina
  • Finish: Chrome-plated Hardware
  • Heads: Ludwig Weather Master
  • Manufacturer Part Number: LB454R

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