CAZZ Snare 14"x5" Concert Snare

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CAZZ Snare 14"x5" Concert Snare

CAZZ Snare

14"x5" Concert Snare

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 476934
Model: 14"x5" Concert Snare
Price: $1,537.80

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This CAZZ snare is a serious instrument for the discerning orchestral or concert percussionist. The Kotibé wood gives it a beautiful, focused tone with a surprising amount of body, and the build quality is impeccable. It’s designed for nuanced playing and controlled dynamics – think film scores, chamber ensembles, and situations where subtlety and clarity are paramount.

Product Description

  • CAZZ Snare 14"x5" Concert Snare
  • Concert Snare
  • "Alexej Bröse model"
  • Size: 14" x 05" - 35.5 x 12.7 cm
  • Made of African kotibé wood
  • thickness: 12 mm
  • Made in barrel construction
  • Tube lugs: 10
  • Surface finish: Natural matt lacquer
  • Single flanged hoops with robust hooks
  • Triple strainer (steel
  • spiral wires
  • Dresden strings)
  • Remo Renaissance batter head
  • Remo Diplomat resonant drumhead
  • Made in Germany

*Note:* Each drum is unique - grain may vary

PROS
  • • Kotibé wood delivers a uniquely warm, resonant, and controlled tone.
  • • Barrel construction enhances projection and sustain, characteristic of high-end concert snares.
  • • Triple strainer offers exceptional sensitivity and quiet operation for precise control.
  • • Natural matt lacquer preserves the wood's character while protecting the shell.
CONS
  • • Kotibé wood can be susceptible to humidity changes, requiring careful maintenance.
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for many players.
  • • The natural finish might show grain variation more prominently than lacquered finishes.

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 5 in (35.5 x 12.7 cm)
Shell Material African kotibé wood
Hoops Single flanged with robust hooks
Strainer Triple strainer (steel, spiral wires, Dresden strings)
Stand Included No
Weight Approximately 6 lbs (2.7 kg) - typical for a 12mm wood concert snare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kotibé offers a warmer, more complex tone than maple, and a richer, darker character than birch, with a more immediate response.
The included Remo Renaissance and Diplomat heads are a solid starting point, but experienced players might experiment with different heads to fine-tune the sound to their specific needs.
While any wood drum can crack, CAZZ's construction and lacquer are designed to mitigate this risk; proper humidity control is still essential for longevity.

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