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Snare Drums: Wood, Metal and Signature Snares Available in various sizes including Piccolo and effects snares.
Snare Drums from top brands Ludwig, Ahead, Tama, Black Panther, Pearl and World Max. Our snare drums come in a choice of materials including Maple, Cherry, Walnut, Steel, Aluminium, Brass, copper bronze, acrylic and other finishes to choose from. We have signature snare drums, special edition snare drums as well as Piccolo, Effects and Add on snare drums. A Snare Drum is a very important drum in your set up. This can really show the mood of the Music and tone, pitch and projection of the snare is important. The Type of Material a snare drum is made out of is important. Wood Shells for example Maple and Birch are popular because they give a warm, dark sound, where as Metal shells made from steel, copper and bronze offer a brighter tonal sound. The diameter of the drum is also important as this determines the pitch and the depth controls the clarity of the sound. The smaller the drum, generally the higher the sound. Shell thickness and weight also are important. A Thicker Heavier shell will be brighter and Higher in pitch than a thinner shelled one. What you want to know is how all this makes a difference. Generally a snare drum with higher pitch tends to be brighter, louder and more focused. All snare drums however have a naturally powerful sound even the smaller ones due to their tight tuning and small sizes. A more versatile drum is something around the 14” x 5” Size, however extreme drums such as 14” x 3” Maple Piccolo snare have their place as well as a heavy steel 14”x 8” snare. Other features to take note of are Die Cast Hoops which enable the drum to keep in tune easier, expensive throw offs with smooth action and high quality snare wires, all which add certain changes to the sound and flexibility of the drum as well as determine the prices they fetch. Good Snare Heads can also change the snare sound dramatically so ask us for advise when choosing your snare head so we can match the head with the sound you are looking for. Any tips you need for tuning your snare, just ask.
Ludwig Bronze 14x5" Snare Drum
Description
This 14" Ludwig snare comes with an Evans G1 coated drumhead and features a 5" deep beaded phosphor bronze drum shell for that classic Ludwig sound. Includes 1.6mm triple-flanged classic hoops with ten 1-piece lugs and a rocker series snare throw off and strainer system.
For Just £145! (£10 P&P)
Ahead Brass 13x6" Snare Drum
Description
Brass Shell, (smoked Chrome) with tube lugs.
For Just £299! (£10 P&P)
Craviotto Ash 14x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
The Limited Edition Snare Drum Collection are the flagship drums of the Craviotto Drum Co., and consist of high-performance and highly collectible solid-shell snare drums, made from exotic woods. American Ash allows a distinctive quality of sound and response to emerge due to the organic variety in the grain pattern and density and mass of each board. The rarity and limited availability of these exotic woods is what makes these drums Limited, with only 125 sequentially numbered drums of this Model in circulation.
For Just £599! (£10 P&P)
Tama Artwood Custom Maple 14x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
With a 7-ply 6mm all-maple shell, stunning high-gloss lacquer finishes, and cool black nickel hardware, the Tama Artwood Custom Snare Drum puts the "art" back into the art of snare drum making. An Evans Power Center Reverse Dot head provides great tone and projection.
For Just £169! (£10 P&P)
Tama Artwork Shaggy 13x4" Snare Drum With Case
Description
The Limited Edition Artwood Custom Snare features a special fur like covering. Perfect Matches for the Black Nickel Plated Hardware. All Maple Snare Drum 13" x 4" Piccolo Size with Black Nickel Plated Hardware. Includes Special Black "Shaggy Black" Carrying Case.
For Just £189! (£10 P&P)
Tama Bronze 14x6.5" Snare Drum
Description
The sound character of TAMA 1.2mm thick bronze shells produces a nice combination of the metal's brightness and clarity with the warmth and depth of wood. Nickel-plated Brass Mighty Hoops contribute to the warmth and sensitivity of these unique sounding snares, while providing clearly articulated rim shots.
For Just £155! (£10 P&P)
Tama Starclassic Brass 14x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
Starclassic Brass features a 1.5mm Brass shell that has softer sound than steel, but still has cut through the din. Die-cast hoops contributes to the drum’s powerful attack the overall sound, but still it has sensitivity and response. The nickel plated shell with brushed nickel shell hardware makes great contrast of appearance.
For Just £219! (£10 P&P)
Tama ST1455BN 14x5.5" Metalworks Snare Drum
Description
Slightly thicker, 1.2mm shells combined with triple flanged hoops, allow the Metalworks steel shelled snare drums to perform at their maximum potential.
For Just £129! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Maple Series Snare Drum
Description
For the player that prefers to take their own path... a little more crisp than your average maple drum, with a wider tuning range... premium thin maple shells deliver the tone and sustain that you'd expect from a black panther.
From Just £169! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Maple Black Finish Series Snare Drum
Description
Whatever your style, the versatile and beautiful drum can improve your performance instantly. Thin premium maple shells provide resonance unsurpassed by and other drum. Die cast hoops contribute superior response and offer that irresistible 'crack'.
From Just £199! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Birdseye Maple Series Snare Drum
Description
The pure, rich sound of maple with the unique beauty of natural birdseye maple. This work of art can deliver whatever you expect from it. From soft, and articulate brushwork to slammin' rimshot, this drum can do it all and look good doing it.
From Just £255! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Metal Series Steel Snare Drum
Description
An essential component of any player's arsenal. With an emphasized high-end, and fullbodied ring and controlled sustain and 2.3mm powerhoops for control and response. Make this your first metal drum.
From Just £109! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Metal Series Brass Snare Drum
Description
Black Panther Brass Snare Drums deliver distinct and crisp overtones capable of highlighting any and every performance. Try this model for incredible volume and attack. The 2.3mm powerhoops provide precise control and satisfying response.
From Just £199! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Metal Series Phosphur Bronze Snare Drum
Description
With a timbre similar to that of a wood drum and the big, bright, satisfying punch associated with hard metal drums, the bronze contains a copper allot that warms the drum slightly yet still provides plenty og attack and sustain. 2.3mm powerhoops give this drum extra warmth and sensitivity as well as clear articulation for rimshots.
From Just £235! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Hammered Brass Snare Drum
Description
You can expect the same sensitivity and ear-splitting volume that the other black panther brass snare drums possess, but the hand hammered shell gives this beauty a more open and slightly more controlled sound... die cast hoops ensure that volume and articulation are maintained... careful, this may become your favourite drum.
From Just £319! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Hammered Series Phosphur Bronze Snare Drum
Description
Phosphur bronze creats an incredible mix of the best attributes of wood and metal drums. The hand hammered shell creates a myriad of dynamic acoustical surfaces for an exciting and unique performance.
From Just £299! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Hammered Series Steel Snare Drum
Description
One of the most popular Black Panther models. Featuring bright articulation and remarkable sensitivity. Use it as a primary snare for brushwork when playing jazz and fusion or a second snare during a rock gig when you need that thunderous crack. The hand hammered shell adds dynamic and crisp overtones.
For Just £239! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Cherry Snare Drum
Description
If you're looking for an alternate wood snare drum with incredible sensitivity and remarkable sustain, then this is the snare for you. With a bright, mellow tone and a new high-gloss laquer finish, the black panther cherry series is more desirable than ever.
From Just £245! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Walnut Series Snare Drum
Description
It's hard to believe that a drum that delivers such unique and impressive tone can look as good as this one. Play it and believe it. New looks have been added to a snare with sonic properties that are unmatched by all others. Deep, rich and resonant.
From Just £245! (£10 P&P)
Black Panther Seamless Steel 14x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
The shell starts out as a solid cast steel only to get cut and routed by mapex craftsmen into perhaps the most powerful and remarkable drum they've ever built. Sound control rings are routed into the inside of the shell giving you maximum volume with a high degree of control. It's 17.3 pounds of pure fun!
For Just £289! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Dennis Chambers Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 6.5": DC1465
Description
Pearls Dennis Chambers Signature Series Snare Drums reflect the outstanding sound and tonal dynamics that are characteristic of every Dennis Chambers performance.
For Just £387! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Omah Hakim Snare Drum
Item code:
13 x 5": OH1350
Description
Anyone that has heard Omar Hakim perform will remember the power and dynamic tonality of his snare sound.
For Just £264! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Chad Smith Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": CS1450
Description
Few drummers today are both as outrageous and as dedicated to the art of drumming as Chad Smith.
For Just £221! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Eric Singer Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 6.5": ES1465
Description
Have you been searching for a drum that will allow you to be not only heard but also felt when it’s most important? Take advantage of the unique penetrating sound of the Eric Singer Signature Snare Drum.
For Just £401! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Tico Torres Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 6.5": TR1465
Description
After countless platinum records, world tours, and studio releases with Bon Jovi, you had better believe that Tico Torres knows a thing or two about getting a great sound. This knowledge has led to the introduction of the Tico Torres Signature Snare Drum and it’s one that you won’t forget anytime soon.
For Just £435! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Ian Paice Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 6.5": IP1465
Description
Innovative…. Timeless….. Legendary…… these words not only describe this incredible player but the drum that bears his name. Pearl is proud to announce the result of their collaboration with one of rock’s most celebrated drummers.
For Just £231! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Joey Jordison Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 6.5": JJ1365
Description
The JJ-1355 Joey Jordison signature snare drum features a 13” x 6.5” 1 mm steel shell that can be best described as a "power piccolo" with the high pitch and bite of a piccolo with the body and depth of a 6.5” for the kind of power you expect from Joey.
For Just £227! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Virgil Donati Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": VG1450
Description
The VG-1450 Virgil Donati signature snare drum features a 14” x 5” shell with 4 outer plies of 100% Maple over 4 inner plies of 100% Birch.
For Just £336! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Signature Series Vinnie Paul Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 8": VP1480
Description
From its snakeskin finish and spike tube lugs, the Vinnie Paul Signature snare drum wreaks of “attitude” that matches the outrageous playing style and stage persona of the drummer who made attitude a household name, Vinnie Paul.
For Just £217! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Sensitone Series Brass Black Nickel Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": STE1450BR
14 x 6.5": STE1465BR
Description
One of the most versatile snare drums ever to hit the stage is back with even more choices. Pearl's Sensitone Elite offers a diverse range of mystical metallurgy to satisfy the most sophisticated of ears.
From Just £232! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Sensitone Series Stainless Steel Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": STE1450SS
14 x 6.5": STE1465SS
Description
One of the most versatile snare drums ever to hit the stage is back with even more choices. Pearl's Sensitone Elite offers a diverse range of mystical metallurgy to satisfy the most sophisticated of ears.
From Just £194! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Sensitone Series Phosphor Bronze Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": STE1450PB
14 x 6.5": STE1465PB
Description
One of the most versatile snare drums ever to hit the stage is back with even more choices. Pearl's Sensitone Elite offers a diverse range of mystical metallurgy to satisfy the most sophisticated of ears.
From Just £221! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Sensitone Series Seamless Aluminum Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": STE1450AL
14 x 6.5": STE1465AL
Description
One of the most versatile snare drums ever to hit the stage is back with even more choices. Pearl's Sensitone Elite offers a diverse range of mystical metallurgy to satisfy the most sophisticated of ears.
From Just £206! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Sensitone Series Steel Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 5": STE1450S
14 x 6.5": STE1465S
Description
One of the most versatile snare drums ever to hit the stage is back with even more choices. Pearl's Sensitone Elite offers a diverse range of mystical metallurgy to satisfy the most sophisticated of ears.
From Just £155! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Free Floating Series Brass Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 3.5": FB1435
14 x 5": FB1450
14 x 6.5": FB1465
Description
Pearl’s Free Floating System Snare Drums have remained among the best selling and most widely used snare drums year after year for well over a decade.
From Just £236! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Free Floating Series Copper Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 3.5": FC1435
14 x 5": FC1450
14 x 6.5": FC1465
Description
Pearl’s Free Floating System Snare Drums have remained among the best selling and most widely used snare drums year after year for well over a decade.
From Just £270! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Free Floating Series Maple Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 3.5": FM1435
14 x 5": FM1450
14 x 6.5": FM1465
Description
Pearl’s Free Floating System Snare Drums have remained among the best selling and most widely used snare drums year after year for well over a decade.
From Just £284! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Free Floating Series Black Lacquered Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 3.5": FS1435B
Description
Pearl’s Free Floating System Snare Drums have remained among the best selling and most widely used snare drums year after year for well over a decade.
For Just £193! (£10 P&P)
Pearl FireCracker Series 8-Ply Poplar Snare Drum
Item code:
10 x 5": FCP1050
12 x 5": FCP1250
Description
Pearl is known the world over for making some of the finest snare drums in the industry. And when a drummer is ready to experiment with different sounds, usually the first thing to change is the snare, the cornerstone of your kit.
From Just £78! (£10 P&P)
Pearl FireCracker Series Steel Snare Drum
Item code:
10 x 5": FCS1050
12 x 5": FCS1250
Description
Pearl is known the world over for making some of the finest snare drums in the industry. And when a drummer is ready to experiment with different sounds, usually the first thing to change is the snare, the cornerstone of your kit.
From Just £89! (£10 P&P)
Pearl 13 x 3 inch Brass Piccolo Snare Drum
Item code:
13 x 3": B1330
Description
Pearl 13x3 inch brass piccolo snare drum with chrome plated hardware, as part of Pearls Piccolo and Effects range.
For Just £147! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 6-Ply Maple Snare Drum with ISS Mount
Item code:
10 x 4": M1040
Description
Pearl's M1040 Sopranino snare drum features a 10x4 six ply maple shell, triple flanged hoops, and comes standard with an ISS mount to mount the drum from a stand or rack (tom arm / clamp not included.)
For Just £168! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 6-Ply Maple Snare Drum
Item code:
10 x 6": M1060
Description
The M-1060 Popcorn snare features a 10"x6" 100% maple shell for rich tone and extreme loudness.
For Just £200! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 8-Ply Maple Snare Drum
Item code:
12 x 7": M1270
Description
Pearl's M1270 Maple Soprano snare drum features a 12x7 eight ply maple shell, stainless steel tension rods, Pearl's SR018 strainer, and is finished in #114 Liquid Amber.
For Just £264! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 13 x 3" 6-Ply Maple Snare Drum
Item code:
13 x 3": M1330
Description
The aged 6-ply maple shell produces incredibly warm tone and a brilliant attack and offers peerless tuning latitude. 3" x 13". Use as a secondary or primary snare.
For Just £176! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 14 x 4" 6-Ply Maple Snare Drum
Item code:
14 x 4": M1440
Description
The M-1440 14"x4" snare drum features our Masters 6 ply 7.5mm 100% maple shell with 10 lug design with our SR-018 strainer.
For Just £224! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Piccolo & Effects Series 13 x 3" 6-Ply Black Lacquered Steel Snare Drum
Item code:
13 x 3": S1330B
Description
Pearl's S1330B Steel Piccolo snare drum features a black coated 13x3 steel shell, triple flanged hoops, and Pearl's SR018 strainer.
For Just £127! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Masters Premium Birch 14x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
100% 4 ply Maple Birch with high gloss lacquer finish.
The Pearl Masters Premium Series offers the discerning player precision, beauty, innovation and options. Masters Premium snare drums feature Pearls revolutionary new swivel tube lugs that assure perfect tension rod to lug alignment. All Masters Premium drums feature Pearls new "Golden Ratio" air vents for improved low-end response. All shells are constructed using their exclusive SST Superior Shell Technology manufacturing process. Pearls goal is to create the best sounding drums possible and SST assures that all shells are perfect acoustic chambers for amazing sound.
For Just £269! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Export 14 x 6" Snare Drum - SK614
Description
earl 14" x 6" Export Snare Drum, Model SK614, Excellent value steel shelled snare with internal dampener and Export style strainer.
For Just £79! (£10 P&P)
Pearl Free Floating 14 x 3.5" Snare Drum - FM-1435/C
Description
Pearl’s Free Floating System Snare Drums have remained among the best selling and most widely used snare drums, year after year, for well over a decade.
For Just £249! (£10 P&P)
Yamaha Steel 12x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
Yamaha applied their new metal shell manufacturing process to an all-new Steel shell to create a drum with a bright tone that really cuts through.
For Just £110! (£10 P&P)
Yamaha Steel 13x5.5" Snare Drum
Description
Yamaha applied their new metal shell manufacturing process to an all-new Steel shell to create a drum with a bright tone that really cuts through.
For Just £133! (£10 P&P)
