The DW Collector's Series Black Nickel over Brass 6.5" x 14" snare drum sports a thin, industry-standard 1mm rolled brass shell, and is plated with stealthy-looking black nickel. This workhorse snare drum gives you classic "studio brass snare sound," with the brightness and definitive cut you need for a variety of musical genres, including rock, jazz, and fusion. If you've been searching for a great-sounding, versatile snare that's ideal for recording and holds its own onstage, power your backbeat with the DW Collector's Series Black Nickel over Brass 6.5" x 14" snare drum.