Constructed from a harmonious blend of Maple and Poplar plies, the PDP Spectrum Snare offers superior speed, power, tone, and performance thanks to a 10-ply hybrid wood shell and high-performance DW hardware. Perfectly suited to withstand the rigors of life on the road, this snare boasts a lightweight design and employs DW's coveted True-Pitch tension rods for unparalleled tuning integrity and precision. Rounded out with Remo drum heads, this snare is perfectly suited to any musical genre or playing style - from folk, to metal! Matte-Lacquered Hybrid Shell Among two of today's most popular choices for drum shell construction, the hybrid Maple/Poplar construction of the Spectrum snare drum offers a harmonious blend of Maple's cutting projection, with Poplar's light weight nature and fast response. Players of softer styles will love this snare's speed, dryness, and focus, while rock and metal players will adore it's power, projection and response. The luxurious matte lacquer finish gives the Spectrum Snare a sophisticated aesthetic edge, allowing the natural beauty of the shell to shine through. Specifications Shell Size: 14 x 5.5 Shell Construction: 10-Ply Shell Material: Maple/Poplar Hybrid