Ludwig Ultimate Series Marching Snare Drums - 12"x14"

Ludwig Ultimate Series Marching Snare Drums - 12"x14"

Ludwig ULTIMATE uses the only finest quality woods - that’s Select North American Maple. Maple shells offer a high level of sensitivity, a dynamic tuning range, and a sharp attack. Making them the perfect fit for the marching arts.

Ludwig assembles the thick 7.2mm, 8-ply Maple shell in a cross laminated fashion using their exclusive Radio Frequency Shell Technology. This process utilizes Ludwig's original bladder molds and a specialized adhesive, allowing the shell to cure evenly across the entire surface. Laminate finishes are applied during this stage as well. Resulting in a more durable drum with better resonance.

The reinforcement ring is a major factor in shell durability. Ludwig utilizes their exclusive shell making process to manufacture durable Maple rings. The result is a 4.5mm, 1.5” wide reinforcement ring that’s guaranteed to stand the test of time.

The final ingredient in a Ludwig shell is the bearing edge. Ludwig's 45-degree inner cut with a 1/8" round over gives you the ULTIMATE in projection and tone. This edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface. Ensuring an unmistakable Ludwig sound.

Sizes: 14"  x 12" (diameter x depth)

Color Options:  Black Cortex, White Cortex, Brushed Silver


Optional Hardware and Case:

- MAY Posto ABS Snare Carrier (RMABSS)

- MAY Aluminium Tubular Snare Carrier (RMATS)

- AIRlift Stadium Hardware Stand for Snare Drum

- Marching Snare Drum Case


Features:

- Made in the USA

- 100% Maple Free-Floating Shell- For a high level of sensitivity and response.

- Shell - 8-ply, 100% North American Maple. Maple shells offer a high level of sensitivity, a dynamic tuning range, and a sharp attack. Making them the perfect fit for the marching arts.

- Hardware - Lightweight polished aluminum hardware gives the drum a finished look while offering maximum strength and durability. Steel mounting brackets feature key rod fasteners, which greatly reduce the chance of stripping out the adjustment.

- Weight - 8-ply shell and lightweight aluminum frame combine for a total weight of only 15.6 lbs!

- Bearing Edge - Each snare side bearing edge is a 45-degree inner cut with a 1/8" radius round over. This edge is hand-sanded to the craftsman's touch to assure a smooth, even, flat surface for easy head seating; the final touch to complete the unmistakable Ludwig Sound.

- Reinforcement Ring - A 5-ply, 1.5" wide maple reinforcement ring ads superior support and shape integrity to the shell.

- Snare Gut- 16 individually adjustable and removable snare guts allow for a customized sound.

- Snare Guard - Stabilizing steel snare guards protect the snare unit while supplying safe and balanced support.