These hoops they have a sound like a hoop casting, but are lighter and less rigid, allowing the drum to "breath" better and reach the maximum resonance. 302 hoops produce a slightly more open and environmental sound than hoops gretsch of foundry.
The edge stright of the new hoop is thicker and, as a result, will not damage yours drumsticks as the ancients did hoops. What. This hoop will provide you with a more open sound compared to the driest sound of hoop traditional Gretsch. 

About Gretsch Drums

Gretsch Drums is an iconic American brand drums which has been manufactured drums since 1883  and taken the call  “That Great Gretsch Sound” to drummers around the world. 
Gretsch manufactures from a very high-end model the recordings and tours from around the world to affordable models for those who want to approach this mythical brand to a price affordable