One of the coolest things about the Tama 5.5" x 14" Mike Portnoy Steel Snare Drum is the snare strainer - you can freely choose between snares off, loose, or tight. You don't have to bring along a second snare just to get a raspier sound!
The 1mm steel shell is extensively hammered to create an interesting look and a more complex sound. 8-hole die-cast hoops strongly hold your tunings in place even if you crank the tension up.
