Black Magic Size(s): 14″ × 6.5″ Color: Black Nickel over Brass Height: 6.5″ Diameter: 14″ Misc: Black Die Cast Hoops; Tube Lugs Ludwig Drum Company is proud to announce the new Black Magic Snare Drums Series designed using the classic formula, with a more aggressive look for a new musical age. Ludwig Snares have long been an optimal choice for recording and touring drummers in need of volume, tonal clarity, and optimal snare response. The company was also the first to put into production the Black Nickel Over Brass shell composition. These new snare drums share the same shell type with the famous Black Beauty snare drum, but with unique features like matching die-cast hoops for increased volume, and tube-style lugs for maximum shell resonance.