Fritz Frigursson
Senior Member
Hey. I just sold my Roland E kit and have 800 euros to spend on a snare drum since I got a studio space and can FINALLY play an acoustic drum. It really is another instrument.
My drum teacher told me to get a snare that would last me a lifetime (and maybe even pass down to future generations) and recommended me a Ludwig snare drum. Now I am looking at 2 drums, the Ludwig LM402 and 6.5x14 Black Beauty with imperial lugs. I have played the BB live before but in a 5x14 size and loved it. Some say the Supraphonic is the better choice since it’s so reliable, versatile and iconic (no drop in resale value). Others say the Black Beauty is the obvious choice since it has a distinct sound no other snare has, it is versatile and is also iconic. I play rock and funk music and usually use a medium-high tension. Sometimes drop it low and use it as a “Disco snare“ if you will.
Which would be the snare to get if I wanted a “do everything” snare that lasts a lot? I’ve heard that Supraphonics have a tendency to rust when aging and it’s called “pitting”? What’s that all about?
My drum teacher told me to get a snare that would last me a lifetime (and maybe even pass down to future generations) and recommended me a Ludwig snare drum. Now I am looking at 2 drums, the Ludwig LM402 and 6.5x14 Black Beauty with imperial lugs. I have played the BB live before but in a 5x14 size and loved it. Some say the Supraphonic is the better choice since it’s so reliable, versatile and iconic (no drop in resale value). Others say the Black Beauty is the obvious choice since it has a distinct sound no other snare has, it is versatile and is also iconic. I play rock and funk music and usually use a medium-high tension. Sometimes drop it low and use it as a “Disco snare“ if you will.
Which would be the snare to get if I wanted a “do everything” snare that lasts a lot? I’ve heard that Supraphonics have a tendency to rust when aging and it’s called “pitting”? What’s that all about?