Reference Snare Drums offer a level of performance unattainable before now. 6 inner plies of Birch unite with 14 outer plies of Maple for a staggering 20 ply shell. The 45 degree bearing edge brings all 20 plies to the party in a highly focused sweet spot. This projects the volume that you would expect from such a thick shell without losing sensitivity or articulation. The state of the art in modern hardware adorn these snares to maximize every nuance of the shell construction. Available in 3 sizes to perfectly suit your personal level of performance. Additional features include the Glide-Lock strainer which incorporates a locking lever that eliminates accidental snare release once and for all, and Pearl's revolutionary lugs to assure the ultimate in head seating and tuning integrity. The unique swivel function allows the tension rods to align perfectly into the lugs so there's no lateral pressure against the hoops, thus assuring maximum resonance and sustain. The item number listed on this page is for an individual component drum, not a complete kit. The photograph on the left may be an example of a complete kit or of a similar component drum and is intended to be a representation of the piece you are ordering. Please pay close attention to the description when ordering each component piece.