The Ludwig Arco is a new era of Acrolite snare drums. Originally released in 1964, the Acrolite snare drum was developed partiularly as a student-level Aluminum snare drum. It has gained reputation over 50+ years for its professional-level build standards. This new Acro Series is the modern chapter of the Acrolite legacy. The copper has a darker timbre quality, darker than any metal alloy has to offer. It resonates with the control of a wood snare while offering the presence you expect from a metal drum. They feature our 1-pc seamless phonic USA made shell in a brushed finish. Adopting the format of the elusive NYC Board of Ed. 6.5x14 Acrolite of 60’s/70’s, these drums feature a 10-twin lugs format for well-balanced tone and projection.