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 form of the snare bed, Ludwig Snare Drums are in a league of their own.

Black Beauty

Provides a warm, round metallic tone. A true American original.

Supraphonic

Performance-proven to be the sound that fueled the most hit recordings in history.

Copperphonic

The newest member to the Ludwig USA snare drum range is the Copperphonic snare drum.

Chrome-Over-Brass

Seamless, chrome-plated brass shell with tube lugs

Hammered Brass

Similar sonic quality to the Black Beauty but at a higher pitch. No two are exactly alike!

Bronze Phonic

Unique blend of metal snare projection and the warmer tones of a wood drum.

Acrolite

The choice of pro players in need of dry, cracking-sounding snare tone.

Classic Maple

7-ply all-maple shell features the clarity and warmth players have come to expect from maple drums.

Standard Maple

NEW FOR 2017

Legacy

3-ply Maple/Poplar shell. Perfect for classic, centered tonality.

Carl Palmer "Venus"

Crafted for volume and intricate clarity.

Black Magic

Four models to satisfy any playing situation. Delivers classic tone that drummers have come to expect from Ludwig.

Supralite

Heirloom Stainless Steel

NEW FOR 2017

Alex Van Halen Supraphonic

The Sound of Legends