I have a new DW solid maple 3/4" maple collection series snare I took on trade.Yes I palyed on it like you do in a drum shop to try out a snare so the original DW head has been slightly played on.I can put an unplayed Remo ambassador on it if preferred.I can say this is some kind of snare from build quality to sound and the rim shots are beyond belief.The DW strainer is super solid and smooth and this thing weighs a ton from the thick solid shell.I usually give a 3 day trial on instruments but on this I will not because it is new and anyone looking to buy this knows what they are getting.I do ship insured so there will be no issues whatsoever with this snare.Email for pics [email]jhfastball25@gmail.com[/email] $695 free USA insured shipping