Detail 01
1.2 mm shell
The shell is described as responding quickly while retaining playing nuance.

Independent shopping perspective
Ludwig’s 14 x 6.5 in. Supraphonic pairs a chrome-plated aluminum shell with a 1.2 mm build for quick response and a sharp, articulate snare voice. Its added depth is described as bringing bold tone and strong projection, while the steel triple-flanged hoops support sustain. The supplied coated batter head and clear snare-side head make it ready to play on arrival, and the P-85 strainer handles snare engagement.

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What matters in use
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Detail 01
The shell is described as responding quickly while retaining playing nuance.
Detail 02
This depth is associated with bold tone and powerful projection.
Detail 03
They are described as enhancing sustain.
Product questions
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It is fitted with a Ludwig Weather Master coated batter head and a clear snare-side head.
It uses a chrome-plated aluminum shell with a beaded, seamless construction.
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