The Ludwig 14'' x 5'' Raw Brass Snare Drum is a unique and raw-looking snare drum, with a sound similar to its counterpart, the Black Beauty. The Raw Brass Snare features shells identical to Ludwig's Black Beauty collection, however, it offers a drier sound with a rich set of overtones and a crisp attack. The brass provides a warm, metallic timbre with musical overtones, which are ideal for a wide range of drumming styles and genres. It also responds with superior sensitivity to other similar snares.

The Ludwig Raw Brass Snare Drum features the new P-88 strainer that uses a ball bearing and an improved tension knob. It is also ratcheted, allowing for precise tuning of the snare wires. The Raw Brass Snare features a 1.2mm seamless brass shell and 2.3mm steel triple-flanged hoops. Each Raw Brass Snare is uncoated, which means over time it will oxidise, resulting in a unique ageing process to give your kit a truly personal, unique aesthetic.