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Key Features
The Ludwig 14 x 5'' LM404C Acrolite Snare Drum is a re-invented snare drum in its original beauty. A 1.6mm seamless aluminium shell provides an incredibly versatile sound and an aesthetic that fits perfectly with any drum kit and style of music. Add the Acrolite to your kit and indulge in the sharp, dry tones cutting through your mix with a sparkling treble response.
The shell is only the start. The 2.3mm steel triple-flanged hoop allows the drumhead to vibrate as freely as possible, while also providing a great stick surface for rimshots and cross-sticks. The thicker 2.3mm hoop subtly dampens ringing overtones from the head to focus on the magic that lies beneath. The twin lugs reduce physical contact with the shell itself – minimising any restriction to its movement and maximising on the beefy, full-bodied tones. Finally, the P88AC Throw-Off is simplicity itself. It provides a smooth, no-nonsense action and world-class control over your snare wire sensitivity. The Ludwig 14 x 5'' LM404C Acrolite Snare Drum is the complete package, marked with its blue/olive badge. This badge means Acrolite. Acrolite means quality.
Product Ref: 183459
One of the longest standing drum companies around. Ludwig snare drums date all the way back to 1911. Setting the snare tone from the '60s to the modern day, the chances are you've heard their industry-leading sound on countless hit records. From their perfectly rounded bearing edges to the precision form of their snare bed, there's a reason why Ludwig snare drums are the most toured and recorded throughout the world. Take that inspiration and use it to make the next big hit.
Originally introduced in 1963 as a student snare drum, the Ludwig Acrolite quickly became the choice of pro players in need of a dry, cracking snare tone. Made in Monroe, North Carolina – the Acrolite has been re-vamped with a seamless aluminium shell. The acrolite also features chrome twin lugs, a P88AC throw off, a P35P butt plate and its blue/olive badge.
Some of the most coveted snare drums in history have been forged from aluminium. Their naturally dry tone, with a short sustain and fewer overtones makes them the ideal choice for many studio engineers and drummers alike. With its 6.5’’ depth, the Ludwig LM405C Acrolite Snare Drum handles a wide range of tunings and offers a pleasing, poppy punch to any track.