DW 14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare

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DW 14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare

DW

14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 564980
Brand: DW
Model: 14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare
Price: $823.90

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This DW aluminum snare is a serious statement drum. It’s got that unmistakable metallic snap and projection, ideal for funk, rock, and anything needing a cutting edge. The built-in pickup is a huge bonus for recording or live work, and it’s built like a tank.

Product Description

  • DW 14"x5.5" Aluminium Snare
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 5.5"
  • Heavy solid aluminium shell with reinforcement rings
  • Full
  • yet open with lots of overtones
  • metallic sounding fundamental tone
  • Satin chrome hardware
  • DW MAG snare pickup
  • True Tone snare wires
  • True Hoop hoop
  • Fluted shell surface
PROS
  • • Solid aluminum shell delivers a bright, metallic crack and sustain
  • • DW’s True Hoop hoops enhance tuning stability and resonance
  • • MAG pickup offers convenient, high-quality miking capabilities
  • • Reinforcement rings provide exceptional shell durability and projection
CONS
  • • Aluminum sound isn't universally appealing; lacks warmth of wood
  • • The drum's weight can be a factor for younger or travel-heavy players
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 5.5 in
Shell Material Aluminum
Shell Thickness 1.2mm
Hoops DW True Hoop
Strainer DW MAG Strainer
Weight 6.8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aluminum offers a brighter, more aggressive sound with more sustain than maple, lacking the warmth and complexity of maple’s tonal character.
Yes, True Hoops provide more consistent tension and a more focused, responsive tone with improved tuning range and stability.
Absolutely, it’s a standard magnetic pickup, easily compatible with most mixers and interfaces – just plug and play.

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