Copper is a precious metal, and this is indeed a precious snare drum! The Ludwig 6.5x14 Copper Phonic snare drum boasts a thick 1.2mm SEAMLESS copper shell adorned with matching copper-plated tube lugs, die cast hoops, and P88 strainer/butt, all with a lightly lacquered finish. Like the Black Beauty, Supraphonic, and Bronze Phonic, this drum speaks well in a variety of tunings with rich, complex and dark overtones.