The Noble & Cooley Alloy Classic snare with chrome hardware has a voice that feels both familiar and surprising. Its cast aluminum shell is poured, not rolled, giving the surface a natural porosity that translates into a denser, more complex tone. A 45-degree bearing edge keeps the response snappy, while 2.3 mm triple-flange hoops hold tuning steady through long rehearsals and louder sets. Finished in black powder coat with chrome-over-brass hardware, it balances workhorse durability with a sharp look. Cranked high, it snaps with the crack metal drums are known for; tuned down, it opens into warmth and body that recalls wood. Offered in 4.75" and 6" depths, it’s a snare that reacts to your hands and makes room for your sound.

Cast Aluminum Build With 160 Years of Noble & Cooley Craft

Handcrafted in New England since 1854, Noble & Cooley snares carry forward more than 160 years of drum-making history. The Alloy Classic’s cast aluminum shell and triple-flange hoops deliver articulate ghost notes, cutting rimshots and a controlled resonance that engineers and drummers alike value in the studio and on stage. Chrome hardware ensures lasting durability, while the tuning range makes it equally at home in jazz, rock or orchestral settings. Every Alloy Classic reflects the company’s tradition of innovation and its reputation as one of America’s oldest, most respected drum makers.