Utilizing a thin industry-standard 1 mm shell, and plated with sleek black nickel, the Collector's Series Black Nickel over Brass is a versatile workhorse snare. At home in a variety of musical applications, it offers that sought-after studio sound heard on countless records. It's a staple in every studio and snare locker because of its brightness, cut and decidedly metallic tonal characteristic. Like all Collector's Series drums, these are available in a variety of sizes and hardware options to fit your sound and style needs.