Best Tama 14" Wooden Snare Drums 2026
Premium Tama 14" wooden snare drums - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.9/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Walnut S. ASCS
by
Tama
Natural Tone
Recording
Blues
Key Feature:
• Professional tone for all musical applications
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for recording and live performance
- • Professional tone for all musical applications
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
- • Heavier than aluminum options
Tama 14"x6.5" STAR Walnut S. ASCSSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"STAR Walnut seriesTWS1465-ASCSWalnut...
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4.9/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 483022
$901
#2
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4.4/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 14"x6" Starcl. Walnut/B. MBC
by
Tama
Rock
Recording
Natural Tone
Key Feature:
• Professional tone for all musical applications
✓ PROS
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
- • Wood maintenance and care required
Tama 14"x6" Starcl. Walnut/B. MBCSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Starclassic Walnut / Birch Series -...
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4.4/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 616452
$549
#3
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4.8/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Tama 14"x6,5" S.L.P. Snare -MZB ltd
by
Tama
Rock
Natural Tone
Recording
Key Feature:
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✓ PROS
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✗ CONS
- • Wood maintenance and care required
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
Tama 14"x6.5" S.L.P. Snare -MZB ltdSnare DrumLimited editionSize: 14" x 6.5"Shell material: Hybrid...
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4.8/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 616444
$494
#4
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4.6/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Tama 14"x06" S.L.P. G-Maple KMB
by
Tama
Jazz
Rock
Blues
Key Feature:
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✓ PROS
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
- • Excellent for recording and live performance
✗ CONS
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
Tama 14"x06" S.L.P. G-Maple KMBSnare DrumSize: 14" x 06"S.L.P. seriesLGM146-KMB13-Ply11 mm thick...
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4.6/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 456968
$501
#5
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4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Tama 14"x06" Starphonic Spruce
by
Tama
Recording
Rock
Blues
Key Feature:
• Natural wood character and resonance
✓ PROS
- • Professional tone for all musical applications
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • Wood maintenance and care required
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
Tama 14"x06" Starphonic SpruceSnare DrumSize: 14" x 06"Starphonic Spruce Series9-ply8 mm thick...
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4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606476
$648
#6
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4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Tama 14"x7" Starphonic Black Walnut
by
Tama
Blues
Jazz
Rock
Key Feature:
• Natural wood character and resonance
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood character and resonance
- • Professional tone for all musical applications
✗ CONS
- • Heavier than aluminum options
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
Tama 14"x 7" Starphonic Black WalnutSnare drumSize: 14" x 07"Starphonic series6 mm thick shell made...
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4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 509968
$747
#7
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4.8/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 14"x5,5" Starclassic Maple DMB
by
Tama
Professional
Jazz
Rock
Key Feature:
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood character and resonance
- • Professional tone for all musical applications
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
- • Heavier than aluminum options
Tama 14"x 5.5" Starclassic Maple DMB, Snare DrumStarclassic Maple snare drums impress with their inimitably...
⭐
4.8/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 467983
$659
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Walnut/B. MBI
by
Tama
Blues
Rock
Professional
Key Feature:
• Professional tone for all musical applications
✓ PROS
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
✗ CONS
- • Wood maintenance and care required
- • More expensive than metal alternatives
Tama 14"x6.5" Starcl. Walnut/B. MBISnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Starclassic Walnut/Birch...
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4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 534269
$494
#9
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LOR
by
Tama
Natural Tone
Jazz
Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent for recording and live performance
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for recording and live performance
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
- • Wood maintenance and care required
Tama 14"x6.5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LORSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Starclassic Walnut/Birch seriesHigh...
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4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 517395
$472
#10
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4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Tama 14"x6,5" SP1465 Simon Phillips
by
Tama
Jazz
Rock
Natural Tone
Key Feature:
• Warmer alternative to metal snares
✓ PROS
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than metal alternatives
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
Tama 14"x6.5" SP1465 Simon PhillipsSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Simon Phillips Signature model6 mm...
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4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606467
$1,297
#11
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5.0/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LPO
by
Tama
Natural Tone
Blues
Jazz
Key Feature:
• Natural wood character and resonance
✓ PROS
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
- • Professional tone for all musical applications
✗ CONS
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
Tama 14"x6.5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LPOSnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Limited EditionStarclassic...
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5.0/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606269
$538
#12
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4.7/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Perform. -MSL
by
Tama
Professional
Rock
Blues
Key Feature:
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✓ PROS
- • Warmer alternative to metal snares
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
- • More expensive than metal alternatives
Tama 14"x65" Starcl. Perform. -MSLSnare drumSize: 14" x 6.5"Starclassic performer seriesLacquered...
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4.7/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 511118
$362
#13
⭐
5.0/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LPO
by
Tama
Recording
Professional
Blues
Key Feature:
• Excellent for recording and live performance
✓ PROS
- • Natural wood character and resonance
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✗ CONS
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
- • Sensitive to humidity and temperature
Tama 14" x 6.5" Starcl. Walnut/B. LPO, Snare DrumThe deep and middle frequencies of the walnut along with the...
⭐
5.0/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 471199
$472
#14
⭐
4.7/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Tama 14"x6,5" Starcl. Perform. -SKA
by
Tama
Blues
Rock
Professional
Key Feature:
• Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for recording and live performance
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than metal alternatives
- • May lack cutting power for heavy music
Tama 14"x65" Starcl. Perform. -SKASnare DrumSize: 14" x 6.5"Starclassic Performer SeriesShell...
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4.7/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 533946
$351
#15
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Tama 14"x6,5" STAR Walnut S. LIC
by
Tama
Recording
Professional
Rock
Key Feature:
• Warmer alternative to metal snares
✓ PROS
- • Standard 14-inch size with wood warmth
- • Natural wood character and resonance
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than metal alternatives
- • Wood maintenance and care required
Tama 14"x6.5" STAR Walnut S. LICSnare DrumTWS1465-LICSize: 14" x 6.5"Walnut shellCast hoopsRemo...
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 483026
$758
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.
