Aluminum Tread Plate Snare Drum Click for image detail DESCRIPTION        A sweet, sweet drum! If you've never heard an aluminum shell snare, you're in for a real treat. This one features very full, rich tone - unlike anything this size I've ever heard. This drum could serve as a primary snare in almost any situation - it has power and sensitivity to go with a surprisingly low fundamental pitch. You GOTTA hear the rim shots on this baby, too! FEATURES 13" x 6" 3.2mm aluminum treadplate shell 50 / 50 staggered 1 1/4" tube lugs (16) 2.3mm black chrome triple flanged hoops Nickel Drum Works strainer and butt 20 strand black steel snares Aquarian New Orleans Special batter head with Hi-Performance snare side Two 1/2" black chrome threaded vents Black Frost powder coat finish - inside and out