The dixon drums 14 x 6.5 cornerstone american red gum drum features a maple red silkwood and poplar blend which provides a classic all purpose tone that sits brilliantly in any musical style. This snare is topped off with a 2.3mm triple flanged hoop providing a warmer and rounder tone with added durability. The 14 x 6.5 shell size provides a dominating tone with exceptional projection that drives through in any mix. Easy to use satisfying to play. The cornerstone snare drum is fitted with a contemporary throw off allowing you to instantly drop the snare wires. This enables you to drop the snare wires mid performance achieving a mixture of timbres. The eye catching cornerstone american red gum snare drum features a gloss natural finish which provides a stunning aesthetic ? Showing off its natural grain.