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 P88AC Throw Off P35P Butt Plate Ludwig Weather Master Medium Coated Head Ludwig Weather Master Clear Snare Side Head 10 lugs