[British Drum Merlin snare drum now in stock!] Precision and power of 20-ply The Marlin's 20-ply shell is constructed from two sonically superior hardwoods: maple, which focuses on a warm tone, and birch, which is suited to a direct, bright sound, stacked vertically and horizontally. The shell is expertly finished in black tulip with a beautiful double maple pinstripe. The Merlin's response covers the full range of tonal characteristics, from warm and resonant to crisp and tight. There are also 14x6.5 and 14x5.5 options available, each with its own distinctive sound, allowing for a wide range of tones to be played. The Merlin's musical versatility is immediately apparent as you begin to play, with uncompromising response no matter how high the head tension is. You can tune it for a rich, warm resonance to create a dry, funky sound, or increase the tension to create a bright, clear attack. The Marlin is a snare that allows drummers to feel every nuance of their playing. Features: 14×6.5 2.3mm triple flange hoop 20-ply, 10.5mm maple and birch 45 degree bearing edge Palladium lugs Gold logo badge Palladium strainer *Please note that as we are only allowing test drives in-store, there may be minor scratches or dents.