This snare drum is a killer. Nice and crispy, cuts through the mix, very present, very controlled and warm sound. An absolute killer. I have played many Black Beauties in the past and this Black Beauty on a budget is so darn close to the legendary one. The factory heads need to be replaced of course, they are really bad, so I threw some Aquarian on it, Textured Coated with a power dot and it is KILLER. Highly recommend it!