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DrumCraft Series 6 14"x05" Snare -SBB

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DrumCraft Series 6 14"x05" Snare -SBB

DrumCraft

Series 6 14"x05" Snare -SBB

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 543712
Brand: DrumCraft
Model: Series 6 14"x05" Snare -SBB
Category: 14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price: $148.50

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This DrumCraft Series 6 snare is a real find. The maple/walnut blend gives it a lovely warmth and a surprisingly powerful crack, especially considering the price point. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians or students looking for a professional-feeling snare without the premium cost – particularly suited for rock, pop, and funk.

Product Description

  • DrumCraft Series 6 14"x05" Snare -SBB
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 05"
  • Series 6
  • Shell material: Maple/walnut
  • Matte lacquered shell
  • Matte chromed shell hardware
  • 10-Hole steel hoops
  • Nickelworks snare strainer
  • Remo heads
  • Colour: Satin Black to Vivid Blue Fade
PROS
  • • Maple/walnut shell delivers warm, focused tone with surprising projection
  • • Unique Satin Black to Vivid Blue fade offers distinctive aesthetic appeal
  • • Nickelworks strainer provides smooth, reliable action and precise adjustment
  • • 10-hole hoops contribute to a controlled, articulate rimshot response
CONS
  • • Maple/walnut construction might lack the ultimate sustain of all-birch snares
  • • Remo heads are serviceable but likely need upgrading for serious players
  • • Satin black finish can be prone to fingerprints and require careful maintenance

Product Video

Key Features

Size 14" x 5"
Shell Material Maple/Walnut
Ply Count 6
Hoops 10-Hole Steel
Strainer Nickelworks
Weight 5.75 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The walnut adds a darker, more controlled tone, reducing some high-end brightness and offering a slightly warmer, more vintage character than a pure maple snare.
Yes, the vivid blue fade is a cosmetic finish applied to the exterior lacquer; the internal shell remains satin black.
The included Remo heads are a good starting point, but serious hitters will likely want to upgrade to heavier-duty heads for increased durability and a more customized sound.

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