Building upon the outstanding legacy of thin shell Masters Custom drums, the Pearl Masters Custom MCX Snare Drum offers projection and attack for the prefect bridge between player and audience. The warm, full-bodied tone offers great sensitivity and sustain for a very "live" sound. The 6-ply, 100% Maple shell produces increased power with superb projection, along with a warm, full-bodied tone that offers great sensitivity and sustain. The drum also features Masters hardware including: MasterCast die-cast hoops, SR-017 vertical pull strainer, bridge lugs, steel tension rods with brass swivel nuts and Remo Ambassador heads. For the ultimate "near-field" acoustic drum sound, there is simply no better choice than Masters MCX Maple.