Detail 01
Brass shell
Denser than steel or wood. Bright cutting attack with long sustain and a very strong rimshot.
Product detailSKU #1313854601683
LudwigBlack Beauty Snare Drum - 6.5x14
Sale
1/5
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Brass Black Beauty snare in the deeper 6.5x14 size. For drummers wanting the classic crack with more low-end body behind it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and live playing where the snare needs weight and volume
- Players who want deep rimshots with a long crack
- Studio dates needing one snare that reads big on tape
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers chasing fast, dry articulation at low volumes
- First snare buyers — this is a specialist drum at a high price
- Anyone needing a complete kit, not a single drum
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
6.5 inch depth
Deeper shell adds low-end body and volume. Slightly slower response than a 5 inch at soft dynamics.
Detail 03
14 inch diameter
Standard size, so any snare stand, snare wires and 14 inch heads fit without hunting for odd sizes.
Detail 04
Black finish
The traditional Black Beauty look. Cosmetic — the shell material, not the plating, drives the sound.
Detail 05
Single snare drum
A voice you add to an existing kit, not a starting point. Assumes you already have stand and hardware.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Drum only. No snare stand, case or extra heads included
- 02Brass with this depth rings long — expect to use moongel or a muffling ring
- 03Check the throw-off tension and snare wire seating when it arrives
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Should I get the 6.5 or the 5 inch?
6.5 for volume, depth and big backbeats. 5 inch for faster response, more sensitivity at soft dynamics and a higher crack.
02Does it come with a stand?
No. It is the drum alone. Any standard 14 inch snare stand works.
03How does brass compare to a wood snare?
Brass is brighter, louder and rings longer. Wood is warmer with a shorter, rounder decay. Brass cuts through dense mixes more easily.
04Will it work for jazz or quieter styles?
It can, but the depth and brass shell favor volume. A shallower or wood snare responds better at low dynamics.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 6.5x14
- Color Finish
- Black
