Since its release in 1975, the Sonor snare drum has been the most popular drum in the world. Although production was discontinued in 1990, its popularity in Japan has not waned, and it has continued to be supplied exclusively to the Japanese market. After 22 years, it resumed supplying the drums to the world in 2012. Enjoy the same unchanging quality. The mahogany red shell features a semi-gloss lacquer finish on a beech wood interior. It produces a solid, elegant tone that brings out the acoustic characteristics of the beech wood in a balanced way. In classical music, it blends naturally with various tonalities and envelops the ensemble with a generous touch. Size: 14 x 6.5 Shell: European Beech 9ply 8.5mm Finish: Exterior: Mahogany Red Veneer / Interior: Semi-Gloss Lacquer Hoops / Tensions: German Die-Cast Hoops / 10 (Minus Key) Lugs: TuneSafe-equipped phonic-style lugs Strainer: Throw-off strainer Batter head: Remo coated medium snare Side head: Remo snare side Resonating wires: 24 stainless steel wires (SW1424S) Accessories: Super light drum case, drum key (SN-RK)