Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic 14x5" Snare Drum – Chrome Aluminium Shell – Imperial Lugs
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The Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic 14x5" Snare Drum is one of the most recognised snare drums in recording and live performance history. Built in the USA with Ludwig’s seamless chrome-plated aluminium shell, the LM400 delivers the crisp attack, bright response and balanced snare crack that has made the Supraphonic a studio and stage favourite for decades.
This 14x5" model features the classic smooth shell with Imperial lugs, giving it the instantly recognisable Supraphonic look and sound. Its aluminium shell keeps the drum lively and articulate without becoming overly harsh, making it a strong choice for pop, rock, funk, jazz, blues, metal, worship, studio work and general live use.
Fitted with 2.3mm steel triple-flanged hoops, a P88AC throw-off, P35P butt plate, Ludwig Weather Master heads and 10 lugs, the LM400 is ready for players who want a professional snare drum with a proven sound.
Key Features
- Classic Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic snare drum
- 14" x 5" size
- Seamless chrome-plated aluminium shell
- Smooth shell with Imperial lugs
- Bright, crisp attack with strong snare response
- Balanced tone suitable for studio and live use
- 1.7mm seamless aluminium shell
- 2.3mm steel triple-flanged hoops
- P88AC throw-off
- P35P butt plate
- Ludwig Weather Master Medium Coated batter head
- Ludwig Weather Master Clear snare side head
- 10-lug design for accurate tuning
- Made in the USA
Why Choose the Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic?
The LM400 is the sort of snare drum that works almost anywhere. It has enough brightness and crack to cut through a band, but it still has body and sensitivity for ghost notes, backbeats and studio detail.
For drummers looking for one serious snare that can cover a wide range of styles, the Supraphonic is a very safe choice. It has been used across countless recordings because it is easy to tune, sits well in a mix and gives that familiar Ludwig snare sound without needing much work.
The 14x5" depth gives a slightly quicker and more articulate response than the deeper LM402, making it especially useful for recording, pop, funk, jazz, rock and general-purpose playing.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Ludwig |
| Model | LM400 |
| Series | Supraphonic |
| Drum Type | Snare Drum |
| Size | 14" x 5" |
| Shell Material | Seamless Aluminium |
| Shell Thickness | 1.7mm |
| Shell Finish | Chrome Plated |
| Shell Style | Smooth |
| Lugs | Imperial Lugs |
| Number of Lugs | 10 |
| Hoops | 2.3mm Steel Triple-Flanged Hoops |
| Throw-Off | P88AC |
| Butt Plate | P35P |
| Batter Head | Ludwig Weather Master Medium Coated |
| Resonant Head | Ludwig Weather Master Clear Snare Side |
| Made In | USA |
| Product Code | LM400 |