The shell of this beautiful snare drum is made of Pure North American Hard Rock Maple, which is a hardwood that produces maximum resonance, projection and attack. The Exotic Moabi outer veneer provides a unique visual with its signature grain pattern that many DW players have come to know and love. With premium DW features like the True Hoops, Mag Throw-off, and 5P butt plate, this is a workhorse snare that looks as good as it sounds and will last for decades to come.