Drum snares, snare wires, constructed with 42 steel wires. They are characterized by a powerful sound and projection at high volume levels. - Model Name: BackBeat 42 - Brand: CANOPUS - Number of Snare Wires: 42 - Product Type: Drum Snares - Size: 14 inches I purchased this at a musical instrument store and have kept it in storage. It is a new, unopened item! Thank you for looking.