The ludwig lb416 14 x 5 black beauty snare drum imperial lugs is an update to one of ludwigs legendary snares featuring a beaded brass shell with a metallic brass finish and durable chrome hardware. The brass creates warm musical tones and responds with superior sensitivity to other similar snares on the market making it ideal for a truly diverse range of styles and genres. The creation of the black beauty was a major contribution to ludwigs popularity in the drumming world boasting a sound that is never truly duplicated but often imitated.the ludwig look is heightened by the chrome hardware and imperial lugs giving the black beauty a distinct and instantly recognisable look that exudes heritage. Ideal for a wide range of drumming styles and genres the ludwig black beauty snare offers an extremely versatile and high performing design at a competitive price point.