For your kind consideration is this brand new Ludwig Hot Rod Black Beauty 6.5x14 snare drum.

One of the primary reasons Ludwig is "The Most Famous Name On Drums" is the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum, and the Hot Rod takes that American classic and gives it a sleek, high-performance tune-up.

Built around a 1.2mm seamless brass shell in a matte black finish with 45-degree bearing edges, this drum offers a warm, round metallic tone with dynamic range from whispery ghost notes to full-throttle rimshots, finished off with copper-plated hardware throughout.

Because this snare was displayed at the 2026 Music City Drum Show, we are able to offer it at a discount even though it is brand new and comes with the factory box and Ludwig key.

Features

• 1.2mm Seamless Brass Shell, Matte Black
• 45-Degree Bearing Edges
• 10 Tube Lugs, Copper-Plated
• Die-Cast Hoops
• P88 Throw Off, Copper-Plated
• P35 Butt Plate, Copper-Plated
• Ludwig 18-Strand Snare Wires
• Ludwig Coated Weather Master Batter Head
• Ludwig Clear Weather Master Snare Side Head
• Cast Copper-Plated Keystone Badge

*All orders may require a signature at time of delivery unless discussed prior to shipment.

*International customers will need to pay the actual shipping cost if the amount is greater than the estimated cost shown. In many cases, international shipping may be less than the price shown. Please contact us with your country and postal code prior to purchase if you need a shipping quote, and we will send an offer with exact correct shipping charges. Any additional customs fees, taxes, or duties charged for import are not included in the shipping cost and are the full responsibility of the buyer.