DW 14"x6,5" Design Aluminium SD

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DW 14"x6,5" Design Aluminium SD

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14"x6,5" Design Aluminium SD

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 584047
Brand: DW
Model: 14"x6,5" Design Aluminium SD
Price: $493.90

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This DW Design Aluminum snare is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a bright, articulate sound without the weight or expense of their higher-end aluminum offerings. It's really well-suited for genres like funk, pop, and lighter rock where you want a cutting, defined backbeat. The build quality is typical DW – solid and reliable – and the tuning potential is excellent.

Product Description

  • DW 14"x6.5" Design Aluminium SD
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 6.5"
  • Design Series
  • Aluminium shell with 1 mm wall thickness
  • More open sound than the thicker aluminium snares
  • Suitable for all types of music
  • MAG snare strainer
  • Triple flanged hoops
  • True pitch tension rods
  • DW Remo heads
  • Colour: Aluminium Matte
PROS
  • • The thinner 1mm aluminum shell delivers a remarkably crisp, responsive tone.
  • • Triple-flanged hoops offer improved resonance and tuning stability compared to standard hoops.
  • • DW's MAG strainer provides smooth, reliable, and virtually silent operation.
  • • True-Pitch tension rods ensure even head seating and precise tuning across the drum.
CONS
  • • Aluminum shells, while bright, can lack the warmth of brass or steel snares.
  • • The thinner shell may not be ideal for heavier hitters or extremely loud environments.
  • • The matte aluminum finish, while aesthetically pleasing, is susceptible to scratches.

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Key Features

Size 14" x 6.5"
Shell Material Aluminum
Shell Thickness 1 mm
Hoops Triple-Flanged
Strainer DW MAG
Weight Approximately 1.75 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Design Series is noticeably more open and resonant; the thicker shells offer more projection and a deeper fundamental tone.
Absolutely, the DW Remo heads are a good starting point, but you can easily swap them. For a warmer tone, try a coated head like a Remo Ambassador or Evans G2.
The matte finish is more prone to showing fingerprints and minor scratches than a gloss finish, but it's not overly delicate; regular cleaning will keep it looking good.

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