The CSM1465A snare delivers a powerful sound with its 6.5-inch, 6-ply maple shell. The drum comes with two types of snares; a stainless steel coiled wire snare (standard) and a stainless straight cable snare (supplied), and can be used with either. The stainless steel coiled wire snare offers a little long sustain and is well suited for classical, march, popular and other such styles. The straight cable snare has a clear sound and delivers excellent performance especially in halls that have long reverberation lengths or when playing intricate rhythms in an orchestral setting.