Snareweight #4 Solid Brass Snare Dampening System w/Insert & Case Built for metal triple flange hoops. Made to last of a weighted solid 3/4lbs. chunk of brass. Snareweight #4 is the flagship damper offering the most options for dialing in the right amount of dampening quickly. Adds mass to the head which helps to evenly smooth the lower-mid ringing frequencies that can't be reached with other methods. From an engineering stand point with the weight of a Snareweight #4, you get about 2-3 db of compression from your drum, which helps to reel it in for optimum recording levels and sitting in the mix without the need for more outboard gear, eq/compression.