We were knocked out by this 8x14 C&C Maple/Gum snare drum. Besides being in excellent condition, the drum looks great and performs well. The Maple/Gum shell is roughly 3/8" thick and delivers a full-bodied note with great articulation. The rebound is effortless in the medium and high tuning ranges but still has great definition in the lower tunings as well. Accented with Stick Saver hoops and a full contact bearing edge on top, this beast of a drum conjures vintage sounds with ease while maintaining modern build quality.