This DW black satin over brass snare drum is one of the essential sounds any drummer should have. The 1mm rolled brass shell makes for a great live or studio snare. Tuned high, this drum offers great articulation, sensitivity, and cut. The lower tunings offer a fat and wet sound without loss of responsiveness. Suitable for a variety of musical applications, it offers that sought-after "classic studio brass snare sound" for rock, jazz and beyond; offering brightness and cut with a decidedly metallic tonal characteristic.
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DW 6.5x14 Collectors Black Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum - Gold Hardware, Quick n' Dirty
In this video, Sound Pure drums specialist Barry Knain explains the various features of the DW 6.5x14 Collectors Black Nickel Over Brass Snare, and tests it out in several different tuning ranges.
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Utilizing a thin industry-standard 1mm shell, and plated with sleek black nickel, the Collector's Series Black Satin over Brass is a versatile workhorse snare. Suitable for a variety of musical applications, it offers that sought-after "classic studio brass snare sound" for Rock, Jazz, and beyond; offering brightness and cut with a decidedly metallic tonal characteristic. Customize it with any available DW Custom Shop drum hardware color.
DW Collector's Black Satin over Brass Snare Drum Features:
Rolled 1mm brass shell
Black Satin finish
True Pitch tension rods
Gold-plated-steel flanged counter hoops
Gold plated lugs, throw off, and butt plate
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