DW 14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare
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DW
14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare
Product Info
Article Number:
564980
Brand:
DW
Model:
14"x5,5" Aluminium Snare
Category:
Aluminium Snare Drums
Price:
$823.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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
Product Video
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.
