Best Sonor 14" Wooden Snare Drums 2025

Premium Sonor 14" wooden snare drums - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Blues For Rock For Recording For Professional For Natural Tone

BRANDS: DW Tama Gretsch Drums Pearl Sonor DrumCraft Mapex Yamaha Noble & Cooley Ludwig Rogers Dialtune

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Red Oy - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Red Oy

by Sonor

Recording Blues Natural Tone

Key Feature:

• Natural wood character and resonance

✓ PROS

• Warmer alternative to metal snares
• Excellent for recording and live performance

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• Wood maintenance and care required

Sonor 14" x 5.75"Vintage Series Snare DrumDrumshell material: BeechColour: Red OysterChrome hardwareSuper50...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 423827

$879

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Sonor 14"x5,25" Signature G.Harrison - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Sonor 14"x5,25" Signature G.Harrison

by Sonor

Blues Rock Natural Tone

Key Feature:

• Professional tone for all musical applications

✓ PROS

• Professional tone for all musical applications
• Natural wood character and resonance

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• Sensitive to humidity and temperature

Sonor 14"x525" Signature G.HarrisonSnare DrumGavin Harrison Protean snare drumpremium versionSize: 14" x...

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 305870

$1,208

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Sonor 14"x06" Kompressor Snare Beech - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor 14"x06" Kompressor Snare Beech

by Sonor

Blues Professional Rock

Key Feature:

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✓ PROS

• Natural wood character and resonance
• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✗ CONS

• May lack cutting power for heavy music
• Wood maintenance and care required

Sonor 14"x06" Kompressor Snare BeechSnare DrumSize: 14" x 06"12-Ply 8 mm beech shellLugs with...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 573969

$637

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Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Copper - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Copper

by Sonor

Recording Natural Tone Jazz

Key Feature:

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✓ PROS

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
• Professional tone for all musical applications

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to humidity and temperature
• More expensive than metal alternatives

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin CopperSnare drumSize: 14" x 05"SQ1 SeriesSatin lacquered7-ply7 mm...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 512227

$769

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Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Snare Ebony - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Snare Ebony

by Sonor

Natural Tone Rock Recording

Key Feature:

• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✓ PROS

• Natural wood character and resonance
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• May lack cutting power for heavy music

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Snare EbonySnare drumSize: 14" x 6"ProLite seriesHand-pickedextremely thin...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 330576

$1,099

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Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare C. Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare C. Blue

by Sonor

Natural Tone Blues Recording

Key Feature:

• Professional tone for all musical applications

✓ PROS

• Excellent for recording and live performance
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✗ CONS

• May lack cutting power for heavy music
• Wood maintenance and care required

Sonor 14"x65" Vintage Snare C. BlueSnare drumSize: 14" x 6.5"Vintage seriesShell material:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 485064

$879

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Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Rosew. - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Rosew.

by Sonor

Blues Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• Natural wood character and resonance

✓ PROS

• Professional tone for all musical applications
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✗ CONS

• Heavier than aluminum options
• Sensitive to humidity and temperature

Sonor 14"x575" Vintage Snare Rosew.Snare drumSize: 14" x 5.75"Vintage seriesShell material:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 512260

$879

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Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare

by Sonor

Professional Recording Natural Tone

Key Feature:

• Excellent for recording and live performance

✓ PROS

• Natural wood character and resonance
• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• May lack cutting power for heavy music

Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare, Snare DrumPerfect as an all-round snare drum, this model has a 9-ply maple shell...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 153725

$1,099

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Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Teak - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Teak

by Sonor

Blues Jazz Recording

Key Feature:

• Natural wood character and resonance

✓ PROS

• Excellent for recording and live performance
• Professional tone for all musical applications

✗ CONS

• Heavier than aluminum options
• May lack cutting power for heavy music

Sonor 14"x575" Vintage Snare TeakSnare DrumSize: 14" x 5.75"Vintage SeriesShell material:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 590133

$879

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Sonor SQ1 14"x6,5" Snare SP White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Sonor SQ1 14"x6,5" Snare SP White

by Sonor

Jazz Blues Recording

Key Feature:

• Natural wood character and resonance

✓ PROS

• Professional tone for all musical applications
• Natural wood character and resonance

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• Heavier than aluminum options

Sonor SQ1 14"x6.5" Snare SP WhiteSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"7-Ply7 mm thick shell made from 100%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 593522

$823

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Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Black

by Sonor

Jazz Natural Tone Professional

Key Feature:

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth

✓ PROS

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
• Natural wood character and resonance

✗ CONS

• More expensive than metal alternatives
• Wood maintenance and care required

Sonor 14" x 5.75" Vintage Snare BlackSnare DrumSize: 14" x 5.75"Vintage SeriesShell material:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 512257

$879

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Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Sn. Chocolate - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Sn. Chocolate

by Sonor

Jazz Professional Recording

Key Feature:

• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✓ PROS

• Excellent for recording and live performance
• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✗ CONS

• Sensitive to humidity and temperature
• More expensive than metal alternatives

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Sn. ChocolateSnare drumSize: 14" x 06"ProLite seriesColour: Chocolate Burl...

⭐ 4.8/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 341041

$977

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Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Gold

by Sonor

Rock Natural Tone Blues

Key Feature:

• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✓ PROS

• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
• Natural wood character and resonance

✗ CONS

• Heavier than aluminum options
• May lack cutting power for heavy music

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin GoldSnare DrumSize: 14" x 05"SQ1 SeriesSatin lacquered7-Ply7 mm thick...

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 512229

$769

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Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare VP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare VP

by Sonor

Blues Professional Natural Tone

Key Feature:

• Natural wood character and resonance

✓ PROS

• Professional tone for all musical applications
• Warmer alternative to metal snares

✗ CONS

• May lack cutting power for heavy music
• More expensive than metal alternatives

Sonor 14"x65" Vintage Snare VPSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Vintage seriesDrum shell material:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 433965

$824

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Sonor 14"x6,5" Phonic Re-Issue - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Sonor 14"x6,5" Phonic Re-Issue

by Sonor

Recording Jazz Rock

Key Feature:

• Professional tone for all musical applications

✓ PROS

• Warmer alternative to metal snares
• Professional tone for all musical applications

✗ CONS

• Wood maintenance and care required
• Heavier than aluminum options

Sonor 14"x65" Phonic Re-IssueSnare drumMaterial: BeechCrosswise glued single layers of wood (CLTF Cross...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 294568

$1,044

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How to Choose the Best 14" 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 14" 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.

Best Sonor 14" Wooden Snare Drums 2025

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Red Oy

Sonor 14"x5,25" Signature G.Harrison

Sonor 14"x06" Kompressor Snare Beech

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Copper

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Snare Ebony

Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare C. Blue

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Rosew.

Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Teak

Sonor SQ1 14"x6,5" Snare SP White

Sonor 14"x5,75" Vintage Snare Black

Sonor 14"x06" ProLite Sn. Chocolate

Sonor SQ1 14"x5" Snare Satin Gold

Sonor 14"x6,5" Vintage Snare VP

Sonor 14"x6,5" Phonic Re-Issue

How to Choose the Best 14" Wooden Snare Drums

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying 14" wooden snare drums?

How much should I spend on 14" wooden snare drums?

Are expensive 14" wooden snare drums worth the investment?

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