Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic 5x14 Snare Drum

Drum Center of Portsmouth (36182)
99.5% positive feedback
Price:
US $713.90
ApproximatelyAU $1,090.76
+ $130.27 postage
Estimated delivery Tue, 5 Aug - Thu, 14 Aug
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Condition:
Brand New
The Ludwig Supraphonic's chrome-plated, seamless, 1.7mm beaded aluminum shell has been a critical component of the sound that fueled the most hit recordings in history. This 14x5 snare drum is fitted with Imperial lugs, 2.3mm flanged hoops and a P88AC throw off. Professional musicians choose the Supraphonic time after time for its bright, crisp attack with the perfect balance of full resonant tone and snare crack. It's sensitive enough to handle the most refined brush work, and dynamic enough to cut through a Marshall stack. If ever there was a desert-island snare drum, this USA-made Ludwig Supraphonic is it!

About this product

Product Identifiers

BrandLudwig
MPNLM400
GTIN0180988837925, 0641064259883
UPC0180988837925
ModelSupraphonic
eBay Product ID (ePID)177547644

Product Key Features

MaterialSteel
TypeKit Snare

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4.9
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  • A reason why most recorded snare in history.

    There is a reason this is said to be the most recorded snare in history......it is simply awesome. It has a good 'crack' or 'snap' but still has some weight and body to the sound. I think it sounds best with a higher tuning. I have no idea why this was considered B-stock, as I can find no cosmetic flaws. And speaking of cosmetics, it is simple beautiful. The new throw off is great, even has detents to allow tension to be set precisely. It shipped with a much better than average batter head tuned perfectly. But I changed for an Evans HD dry. Huge upgrade over my Tama mid level 14x6.5 maple. And as the snare is the heart of a drum set, this was the best upgrade I've made. (and I've spent a small fortune on high end cymbals) Killer bargain w/ B-stock price.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Must Have Classic for a Drummer?

    When I was learning drums, I played a Rogers Dynasonic at School and a Mahogany Slingerland at home. Then I got a Gene Krupa COB snare, and for whatever reason never really got into Ludwig drums and have been a Gretsch guy ever since. Multiple drum books and magazine articles tout the greatness of the Ludwig Supraphonic, especially the brass ones, and when I saw this brass re-issue Supraphonic (the 400B) I decided to see what all the fuss was about. There is no question this is a great sounding and great responding drum, and its versatility through a variety of tuning ranges no doubt is a key to why it is found on so many recordings. And although a ton of drummers make the aluminum version for this drum their "go to" snare for many things, this brass one definitely has a ring to it that makes it perhaps less universal than the standard model, but still enjoyable to play. Certainly having one in your arsenal is a good thing, but it won't replace my Gretsch snare on my practice kit or my Yamaha share on my rehearsal kit... that being said, it sounds like no other drum I own so I'm happy I bought it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Still a great drum after 56 years.

    Seems identical to the one I bought in 1966. The B-Stock blemish turned out to be a penny-size spot under the flange that was missing chrome plating. No problem. Very good sounding drum that deserves the great reputation it has. Brighter and higher-pitched than a maple shell. I put a Remo diplomat Renaissance head on the batter side and got exactly what I wanted. The light weight is much appreciated.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • 70's 400

    what a great snare! actually prefer it to my black beauty.. fantastic tight powerful sound.. great for recording

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great-sounding Snare

    Sounds great. Looks great. Tunes well. Sensitive. You won't get a more versatile, great-sounding drum.

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  • Great drum as expected

    Classic ... every drummer should have one

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  • Thanks for the great drum!

    Drum showed up as expected. Great drum!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Must have snare!

    Every drummer needs one. Period!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • DRUMS

    It was what i expected being that old but it is cooooln it suonds great.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Awesome snare in awesome condition!

    Thank you so much!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned