The Doc Sweeney Blue Galaxy snare drum provides a versatile and warm tone for drummers. Its steam bent European beech shell and round bearing edges give you excellent sustain and projection. The eight-lug chrome hardware, including 2.3 mm triple-flange hoops, allows you to dial in a range of tunings from low and fat to high and crisp. Custom hand-painted and lacquered, the Blue Galaxy's finish protects the shell while giving the drum a striking appearance under stage lights. You'll appreciate the Blue Galaxy's balanced and articulate sound at any volume. The beech shell's rounded edges produce fat backbeats and full-bodied rimshots. Sensitive enough for jazz yet powerful enough for rock, this snare drum handles any genre with ease.