Detail 01
10-ply maple hoops
Part of the drum’s durable construction for marching use.

Independent shopping perspective
Ludwig’s Ultimate 16 in. marching bass drum is built for current marching activity, with a hardware package intended to stand up to demanding conditions. Its 10-ply maple hoops work alongside oversized reinforced claws and 6 mm tension rods. Hand-sanded bearing edges and Ludwig’s RFST molding process complete the drum’s construction. Finished in black and made in the United States, it is a focused option when a 16 in. marching bass drum is the required size.


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What matters in use
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 01
Part of the drum’s durable construction for marching use.
Detail 02
The tensioning hardware is built for tough marching conditions.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It is a 16 in. marching bass drum.
It is made in the United States.
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