Ludwig Snare Drums
Often imitated, never duplicated, Ludwig snare drums have been the industry standard since 1911. The tradition and quality continues on today better than ever with a sound that could only be Ludwig. Listen to any hit song from the 60’s through today and chances are you’re hearing a Ludwig Snare Drum.
Ludwig Snare Drums are the most toured and recorded snare drum in the world and with good reason. From the smooth round perfection of the bearing edge to the precision cut of the snare bed, Ludwig Snare Drums are in a league of their own.
Black Beauty
One of the primary reasons Ludwig is “the most famous name on drums”, is because of the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum.
The Ludwig Black Beauty brass shell is constructed of a single sheet of brass that is machine drawn and spun into a seamless beaded drum, then black nickel plated with a beautifully exquisite finish. The shell provides a warm, round metallic tone.
With any of the three strainer options of P85 Supra-Phonic, P86 Millenium or P70 Super-Sensitive strainers, the Black Beauty responds with excellent sensitivity at all volumes. Choose from Imperial or tube lugs, die cast or triple-flanged hoops, and a smooth or hand hammered shell. The 70 year tradition of the Ludwig Black Beauty carries on as the ultimate snare drum in the industry.
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| LB417KT | LB553B | LB416 |
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Brass on Brass
Features brass plated P86 Millenium snare strainer, brass plated P33 butt plate, brass tube lugs, brass die cast batter and snare hoops
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| LB416BT | ||
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400 Series Supra-Phonic Snare Drums
Performance proven to be the sound that fueled the most hit recordings in history, the Ludwig LM400 and LM402 are the snare drum choice of the pros.
From Jazz to Metal Ludwig 400 Series Snare Drums provide the perfect sound in the studio or on stage. The USA made chrome plated seamless aluminum shells produce a bright crisp cutting sound, with the perfect balance of full resonant tone and snare crack.
The LM400 and LM402 are available with Imperial lugs or tube lugs and smooth or hammered shells.
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| LM400 | LM402 | LM411 |
| 5x14" | 6.5x14" | 6.5x14" Features a Super-Sensitive Strainer |
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Chrome Plated Brass Snare
Spun seamless brass shell, brass plated P86 Millenium snare strainer, brass plated P33 butt plate, brass tube lugs, brass die cast batter and snare hoops
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| LB402BBTWM |
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Bronze Snare Drums
A unique mixture of a metal snare drum with wood shell characteristics. That is the Ludwig Bronze Series. The bronze seamless shell offers the sharp “snap” and projection of a metal drum with the smooth warmth of a wood shell.
Choose the smooth shell for ultimate resonance or a hammered shell for a drier more articulate response. Options include the standard triple-flanged hoops or die cast hoops, Imperial or tube lugs, and P85 or P86 Millenium strainers.
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| LB550 | LB552KT | |
| 6.5x14" hammered shell and tube lugs | ||
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Acrolite Snare Drums
Once perceived as a student level snare drum, the sound of the Ludwig Acrolite Snare leaves no question that it should simply be considered a tremendous all-around snare drum at any level.
The seamless aluminum shell reflects Ludwig excellence in quality. The signature “Black Galaxy” finish and Classic Lugs gives this drum an appearance all its own.
Acrolite Snare Drums are available in 8 lug, 5x14 and 10 lug, 6.5x14 sizes.
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| LM404 | LM405 | |
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Classic Maple Snare Drums
Ludwig’s wood snares have remained popular throughout the company’s nearly 100-year history, and were the drums that helped establish the fat backbeat and deep grooves of pop and R&B music in the 1970’s and 80’s.
The Classic Maple 7-ply all-maple shell features the clarity and warmth players have come to expect from maple drums, plus the projection and musicality that has maintained Ludwig’s reputation for snare drum innovation and excellence.
Available in a wide selection of sounds, sizes and styles, from piccolo, standard and deep models. From lacquer, exotic and wrapped finishes, Ludwig Classic Maple snares are the new Classics of today. Sizes not shown: 6x13” and 4x14”.
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| LS403TD Brass die-cast hoops, brass tube lugs, brass plated P86 Millenium strainer and butt plate. Shown in Cherry Lacquer Stain. |
LS462 6x12" Shown in Red Sparkle |
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| LS484 8x14" Shown in White Marine Pearl |
LS401 5x14" P86 Millenium Strainer Shown in Champagne Sparkle |
Classic Birch Snare Drums
Crafted in the USA, Classic Birch Snare Drums are available in 3 sizes, 5x14 and 6.5x14. The 100% Birch shells are 7 ply 7 mm, featuring the P85 Supra-Phonic strainer and eight Classic-Style Lugs.
They are available in 3 Shadow Laminate Finishes, Ebony Shadow (40), Cobalt Blue Shadow (41), and Ivory Shadow (42). Ludwig Classic Birch Snare Drums are an amazing value for the advanced drummer.
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| LRP514EC40 3.5x13 |
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Exotic Wood Snare Drums
Ludwig offers the most extensive exotic wood snare drum line of any drum manufacturer. In addition to Birdseye Maple and Waterfall Bubinga, 9 stunning finishes from Steinway are available, along with two exciting Ludwig painted glitter finishes; Arctic and Ruby Glitter (not shown). All Exotic snares have 8 plies of maple with an outer ply of exotic veneer. Brass hardware is available on 5x14” and 6.5x14” drums.
Experience the warm woody snare tone of Classic Maple teamed with the exquisite appearance of the Ludwig Exotic Series.
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| LS403TD50WMB Birdseye Maple |
LS403TD59WM South American Mahogany |
LS403TD65WM Sapele Pomele |
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| LS403TD53WMB African Waterfall Bubinga |
LS403TD60WM Macassar Ebony |
LS403TD66WM East Indian Rosewood |
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| LS403TD57WM Black Cherry |
LS403TD62WM Makore (African Cherry) |
LS403TD67WM Santos Rosewood |
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| LS403TD58WM Black Walnut |
LS403TD63WM Pearwood |
LS403TD70WMB Arctic Glitter |
Additional Ludwig Snare Drums
From beginner to gigging player, Ludwig offers a variety of snare drums at a great value that fit all types of playing styles. From the metallic crisp pop of the steel shell Rocker, to the deep punchy tone of the brass shell snares, to the warm round tone of the bronze shell and the solid crack of the Rocker Elite Piccolo Snare. It’s all here, and it’s all Ludwig.
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| LR720 5X14" Rocker Metal Snare Drum |
LM300 5x14" Chrome Steel Snare Drum |
LM305 5x14" Bronze Snare Drum |
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| LR719 6.5x14" Rocker Metal Snare Drum |
LM302 6.5x14" Chrome Steel Snare Drum |
LM306 6.5x14" Bronze Snare Drum |
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| LM303 5x14" Brass Snare Drum |
LRS313EC 3x13" Natural Finish Only |
LC360S16 6x10" Auxiliary Snare Drum 6-Lug with Vibra-Band and tom bracket, attach to stand with L355STH tom holder Satin black only |
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| LM304 6.5x14" Brass Snare Drum |
LC054S 6.5x14" Accent CS Steel Shell Chrome Plated |
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