[Pre-owned Ludwig Classic Maple snare drum in the popular Vintage Oyster color!] -Ludwig Drum Company- The Ludwig Drum Company was founded in Chicago in 1909 by brothers Theo and William Ludwig. They manufactured the world's first practical foot pedal, and with this success a prestigious drum brand was born. The know-how cultivated since the company's founding is still passed down today, and the company offers a balance of tradition and innovation to meet the needs of artists around the world. Over its century-long history, Ludwig wood snares have become popular as the drums that defined the fat backbeats and deep grooves of pop and R&B in the 1970s and 1980s. Ludwig's most popular snare drum is the All Maple Shell. Crafted from high-quality North American maple, the shell is cross-laminated. This snare drum offers the bright, clear sound and warmth you expect from a maple drum, delivering the signature Ludwig sound. Size: 14x5 Shell: 6mm 7ply Maple Bearing edge: 45° Finish: Vintage Oyster Wrap Hoop: 2.3mm Steel Triple Flange Hoop 10-hole Lug: Classic Lug Strainer switch/butt: P-85/P-33 *Please note that this is a used item and may have signs of wear such as scratches, dirt, and worn heads.