In the 1980s, TAMA's Mastercraft Rosewood snare drum was the first and only drum of its kind. Rosewood is a hard, dense material that is often used for guitar fretboards, and at the time it was only used as the outer veneer of a drum. Pure rosewood drums are extremely difficult to make, but its pure resonance and dark tone have made it immensely popular with drummers looking for a new soundscape to explore. Soon after the original release of the Mastercraft Rosewood snare drum, the TAMA brand became synonymous with rosewood. This 50th anniversary limited edition model faithfully reproduces the sound of the past. It will be familiar to those who have been there from the start, and new discoveries await those who have only just begun their Tama journey. Features 7.5mm 15ply All Indian Rosewood Shell Die-Cast Hoop Roller Action Strainer with long snare wires One Touch Tone Control Rosewood Natural Made in Japan