DW 14"x08" Performance Maple
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DW
14"x08" Performance Maple
Product Info
Article Number:
334896
Brand:
DW
Model:
14"x08" Performance Maple
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$812.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Performance Maple snare is a fantastic all-rounder—a real workhorse for studio and stage. It's got that classic maple warmth, but with a little extra snap and projection thanks to the HVX construction. Great for players who want a versatile snare that can handle a wide range of genres without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- DW 14"x08" Performance Maple
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14 "x 08"
- Drum shell made of 100% North American maple
- Hardware: Chrome
- HVX drum shell construction
- MAG Throw Off snare strainer with Butt End System
- True Pitch tuning lugs
- Steel hoops
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tones with excellent projection
- • HVX construction enhances shell resonance and sustain
- • True-Pitch lugs allow for incredibly precise and consistent tuning
- • Chrome hardware provides a premium feel and reliable performance
CONS
- • The natural finish shows every mark, requiring careful handling
- • Performance Maple series is a mid-range option, lacking some high-end features
- • 8' depth limits versatility for extremely low, 'thuddy' sounds
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 8 in
Shell Material
North American Maple
Ply Count
6-ply
Hoops
Steel
Strainer
MAG Throw Off with Butt End System
Weight
Approximately 1.3 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
HVX creates a more open, resonant shell; it adds sustain and a touch more 'crack' compared to a traditionally built maple snare.
Yes, the natural finish highlights any imperfections, so it requires a bit more care and may benefit from a protective coating for gigging.
The DW offers a warmer, more classic maple tone compared to the Yamaha’s brighter sound, and it's more focused than the Free Floating’s unique, almost 'rimshot' character.
