Best 13" Wooden Snare Drums 2026
Top-rated 13" wooden snare drums 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.7/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Mapex 13"x07" Hydro Snare
by
Mapex
Recording
Jazz
Acoustic
Key Feature:
• Professional wood construction
✓ PROS
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
- • Professional wood construction
✗ CONS
- • May require custom mounting solutions
- • Higher cost for specialty size
Mapex 13"x07" Hydro SnareSnare drumSize: 13" x 07"Black Panther SeriesShell material: 6-ply maple...
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4.7/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 497120
$516
#2
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4.7/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Black
by
Sonor
Jazz
Recording
Unique Size
Key Feature:
• Distinctive sound for creative applications
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Great for recording and specialized use
✗ CONS
- • Non-standard size limits head options
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare BlackSnare drumSize: 13" x 06"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...
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4.7/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 512266
$878
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare VP
by
Sonor
Recording
Blues
Unique Size
Key Feature:
• Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • Higher cost for specialty size
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare VPSnare drumSize: 13" x 06"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...
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5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 512278
$878
#4
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4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Teak
by
Sonor
Jazz
Blues
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Distinctive sound for creative applications
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive sound for creative applications
- • Great for recording and specialized use
✗ CONS
- • May require custom mounting solutions
- • Limited market and resale value
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare TeakSnare DrumSize: 13" x 06"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...
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4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 590139
$878
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Pearl M1330 #102
by
Pearl
Alternative
Recording
Acoustic
Key Feature:
• Professional wood construction
✓ PROS
- • Great for recording and specialized use
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✗ CONS
- • Non-standard size limits head options
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Pearl M1330 Piccolo Snare Drum 13" x 3", Snare DrumThe use of piccolo and soprano snares in popular music in...
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4.7/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 140668
$483
#6
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4.5/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Pearl 13"x03" Piccolo Snare #114
by
Pearl
Acoustic
Jazz
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Distinctive sound for creative applications
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive sound for creative applications
- • Professional wood construction
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • Non-standard size limits head options
Pearl 13" x 3" Piccolo Snare #114SnarePiccolo SeriesSize: 13" x 3"Drum shells: 6-Ply mapleHoops:...
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4.5/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 196548
$505
#7
⭐
4.9/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Sonor SSD 13"x5,75" Benny Greb 2.0
by
Sonor
Jazz
Recording
Blues
Key Feature:
• Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✓ PROS
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
- • Great for recording and specialized use
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor SSD 13"x 5.75" Benny Greb 2.0Snare drumSize: 13" x 5.75"Benny Greb signature model9-ply5 mm...
⭐
4.9/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 482054
$934
#8
⭐
4.4/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Sonor SQ1 13"x6" Snare SP White
by
Sonor
Acoustic
Jazz
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Natural wood warmth and resonance
✓ PROS
- • Distinctive sound for creative applications
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
✗ CONS
- • Replacement parts harder to find
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor SQ1 13"x6" Snare SP WhiteSnare DrumSize: 13" x 6"7-Ply7 mm thick shell made from 100%...
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4.4/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 593524
$747
#9
⭐
4.4/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 13"x06" AQ2 Snare Drum TSB
by
Sonor
Unique Size
Blues
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Great for recording and specialized use
✓ PROS
- • Great for recording and specialized use
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✗ CONS
- • Higher cost for specialty size
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor 13"x 06" AQ2 Snare Drum TSBSnare DrumSize: 13" x 06"AQ2 Series7-Ply Maple shellChrome shell...
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4.4/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 507366
$274
#10
⭐
4.8/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Gretsch Drums 13"x6" USA Custom Snare Drum
Recording
Acoustic
Blues
Key Feature:
• Professional wood construction
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✗ CONS
- • Replacement parts harder to find
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Gretsch Drums 13"x6" USA Custom Snare DrumSnare DrumSize: 13" x 06"USA Custom SeriesShell material:...
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4.8/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 595255
$1,088
#11
⭐
4.9/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Red Oy
by
Sonor
Recording
Unique Size
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Professional wood construction
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Red OySnare DrumSize: 13" x 06"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...
⭐
4.9/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 512274
$855
#12
⭐
4.6/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Gretsch Drums 13"x07" Silver Series Ash -SN
Alternative
Acoustic
Blues
Key Feature:
• Distinctive sound for creative applications
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Professional wood construction
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Gretsch Drums 13" x 07" Silver Series Ash - SNSnare DrumSilver SeriesSize: 13" x 07"7-Ply shell...
⭐
4.6/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 336482
$218
#13
⭐
4.7/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Sonor SQ1 13"x6" Snare GT Black
by
Sonor
Blues
Unique Size
Alternative
Key Feature:
• Unique 13-inch size with wood character
✓ PROS
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
- • Distinctive sound for creative applications
✗ CONS
- • Replacement parts harder to find
- • May require custom mounting solutions
Sonor SQ1 13" x 6" Snare GT BlackSnare drumSize: 13" x 06"SQ1 SeriesSilk-matte lacquered7-ply7 mm...
⭐
4.7/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 512223
$714
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Rosew.
by
Sonor
Unique Size
Jazz
Recording
Key Feature:
• Distinctive sound for creative applications
✓ PROS
- • Unique 13-inch size with wood character
- • Great for recording and specialized use
✗ CONS
- • May require custom mounting solutions
- • Non-standard size limits head options
Sonor 13"x6" Vintage Snare Rosew.Snare drumSize: 13" x 06"Vintage SeriesShell material: BeechChrome...
⭐
4.5/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 512276
$878
#15
⭐
5.0/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
DW PDP 13"x07" Walnut Snare
by
DW
Acoustic
Jazz
Blues
Key Feature:
• Natural wood warmth and resonance
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood warmth and resonance
- • Distinctive sound for creative applications
✗ CONS
- • Limited market and resale value
- • Replacement parts harder to find
DW PDP 13"x07" Walnut SnareSnare DrumSize: 13" x 7"20-Ply maple drum shell with two inner- and...
⭐
5.0/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 433748
$417
How to Choose the Best 13" Wooden Snare Drums
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 13" wooden snare drums typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
