Ludwig Black Beauty 6.5" x 14" Snare LB417: Smooth Shell, Imperial Lugs

Black Beauty

One of the primary reasons Ludwig is "The Most Famous Name On Drums" is the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum. The drum is constructed of a single sheet of brass that is machine drawn into a seamless beaded shell. However, due to their truly unique and difficult manufacturing process, only a very limited number of Black Beauties are available each year from Ludwig USA.

A true American original, the Black Beauty provides a warm, round metallic tone that is often imitated, but never duplicated.

Features

• 1.2mm Seamless Brass Shell, Black Nickel Plated
• 2.3mm Steel Triple Flanged Hoops
• P88 Throw Off 
• P35 Butt Plate 
• Ludwig heads
• 10 lugs

See and hear this model in our Video Vault (TM) and buy with confidence!  The segment featuring the 6.5" model begins around 2:44.