This drum features a 6-ply, 5.4mm Birch shell which is warm, sharp and penetrating. Birch is loved by musicians and studio engineers alike for it's almost naturally EQ'd sound. It has excellent high, and lows with controlled mids that make it perfect for recording or live situations. The 3.5 depth gives this drum an articulate sound with excellent snare response. This drum also features a rim-shot that hits you like a kick in the chest. Free Floating Snare Drums are equipped with Die-Cast hoops, free floating lugs, and Pearl s SR-160F strainer. The SR-160F features Pearl s exclusive Click-Lock system which simultaneously locks the snare lever and the tension adjuster, this way it is guaranteed not to loosen over extended periods of play.