Dubbed the "Swamp Dawg", the Gretsch 8-Tube Snare is a multi-faceted drum and a versatile addition to the Gretsch product line. The tuning range is expanded due to the deep 14 x 8" mahogany shell that, when tuned low, creates an open "swampy", dark, throaty, "lo-fi" timbre reminiscent of historic recordings from the "70s.6-Ply mahogany shell Chrome hardware with 8 tube lugs Satin natural finish 2.3mm triple flanged hoops Fully adjustable side pull throw-off with fixed butt plate Remo USA coated Emperor batter heads, hazy Ambassador snare side head