The dixon drums 14 x 5.5 artisan series rose gum snare drum is crafted from a 5.4mm thick 9 ply rose gumwood shell to provide an irresistibly punchy tone'. '.strtoupper('t')he 14 x 5.5 shell provides a tight snappy tone'. '.strtoupper('w')hen tuned up the 14 x 5.5 artisan snare provides a precise and rapid response while lower tuning results in a fatter dirtier tone'. '.strtoupper('t')he icing on the cake'. '.strtoupper('t')he 14 x 5.5 artisan series rose gum snare is greatly enhanced by the dixon exclusive flip drop style throw off'. '.strtoupper('t')his luscious chrome throw off is adjustable allowing you to position the throw off lever to the left right or centre of the shell'. '.strtoupper('t')he artisan series rose gum snare drum features a gloss natural finish which provides a subtle shine to the natural grain of the rose gumwood shell.