Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple BG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,676€1,489Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 1946
Slingerland
Slingerland is a legendary American drum brand steeped in a rich history of innovation and craftsmanship. Revered for their distinctive shell tones and iconic designs, particularly from the 1960s and 70s, Slingerland drums were favored by countless professional musicians. Today, the brand represents a return to high-quality, vintage-inspired construction and sound.
Radio King seriesDistinctive shell constructionChrome hardwareVintage aestheticsMaple shells
1946founded
USAcountry
39products in stock
$573–$6,299price range
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Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple BS
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,676€1,489Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple MG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple WMP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple BDP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Maple GG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,461€1,298Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Snare BS
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$955€849Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Snare BG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,034€919Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Snare WMP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$967€859Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Radio King Snare BDP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$967€859Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Radio King Snare WMP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,012€899Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Radio King Snare BDP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$999€888Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Radio King Snare BS
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,068€949Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Radio King Snare BG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,090€969Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x07" Radio King Maple MG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,518€1,349Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x07" Radio King Maple GG
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,518€1,349Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x07" Radio King Maple BS
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$1,676€1,489Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Studio King Snare DNB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$640€569Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x6.5" Studio King Snare LBL
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$640€569Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 4pc w/Snare WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,287€4,698Check ↗
Slingerland 14"x5.5" Studio King Snare VTS
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$573€509Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 4pc w/Snare BG
Premium Drum Kits
$5,737€5,098Check ↗
Slingerland 24" Radio King 4pc w/Snare BS
Premium Drum Kits
$5,849€5,198Check ↗
Slingerland 18" Radio King 4pc w/Snare WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,174€4,598Check ↗
Slingerland 20" Radio King 4pc w/Snare BDP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,174€4,598Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Studio King 4pc w/SN RCR
Drum Shell Sets
$3,667€3,259Check ↗
Slingerland 18" Studio King 4pc w/SN DNB
Drum Shell Sets
$3,374€2,998Check ↗
Slingerland 20" Radio King 3pc Kit WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$4,331€3,849Check ↗
Slingerland 24" Radio King 4pc Kit BDP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,849€5,198Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 4pc Kit BS
Premium Drum Kits
$5,569€4,949Check ↗
Slingerland 18" Radio King 3pc Kit BG
Premium Drum Kits
$4,444€3,949Check ↗
Slingerland 24" Radio King 4pc Kit BG
Premium Drum Kits
$6,299€5,598Check ↗
Slingerland 20" Radio King 3pc Kit BS
Premium Drum Kits
$4,499€3,998Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 4pc Kit WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,174€4,598Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 4pc Kit WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$5,174€4,598Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Studio King 3pc Kit RCR
Drum Shell Sets
$3,105€2,759Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Studio King 3pc Kit VTS
Drum Shell Sets
$3,105€2,759Check ↗
Slingerland 24" Radio King 3pc Kit WMP
Premium Drum Kits
$4,611€4,098Check ↗
Slingerland 22" Radio King 3pc Kit BDP
Premium Drum Kits
$4,499€3,998Check ↗
Slingerland, honestly
What Slingerland does well
- Exceptional shell resonance and tone
- Vintage-inspired aesthetics
- High-quality hardware
- Handcrafted construction
- Strong collectibility
What to watch for
- Limited current product range
- Premium-priced, reflecting heritage and craftsmanship
- Can be difficult to find vintage models
- New production may vary from classic era
Questions about Slingerland
Where are Slingerland instruments made?
Current Slingerland drums are manufactured in the USA, continuing the brand's heritage of American craftsmanship, though vintage models were produced in various locations throughout the years.
Are new Slingerland drums true to the vintage models?
While new Slingerland drums aim to replicate the classic tones and aesthetics, modern manufacturing techniques and material availability mean there are subtle differences compared to the original vintage instruments.
What kind of drummer would choose a Slingerland snare drum?
The Slingerland snare drum appeals to drummers seeking a vintage tone, a classic aesthetic, and a drum with a distinct personality, often favored by jazz, studio, and rock musicians.