With a slightly thicker 1.2mm uniformly lathed steel snare shell, triple flanged hoops , cool black nickel hardware, and a classy metal emblem, the Tama Metalworks snare drum projects a sophisticated look and powerful sound.

To further enhance the exquisite look, even the tension rods are black nickel plated.

Metalworks snare drums are decorated with identical metal emblems - definitely something very different from the typical badges found on ordinary drums in this price range and all Metalworks snare drums are equipped with the EVANS? "Power Centre Reverse Dot" head on the batter side. The centre dot adds more focus to the sound as well as increased durability.