The Dixon Artisan 5.5x14 Equator Oak/Steel Wenge Wood Hoops boasts an impressive Equator's 4 Ply American White Oak shell, paired with a 1mm interior steel ring to produce a focused and edgy sound. The inclusion of Wenge hardwood hoops adds to the richness of tone and allows for excellent rim shots and cross sticking. This model, the PDSAN554EQ1, features a 5.5" x 14" shell with a 7.2mm Oak and 1mm Steel finish in Satin Cool Grey. The batter side head is an Evans G1 Coated while the resonant side features an Evans SS Clear. Completing the look is a set of stylish Satin Wenge Hardwood Hoops and Chrome hardware finish. The snare also includes a Dixon Exclusive Flip-Drop Style Snare Throw-Off and Standard Snare Butt End.