DW PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare
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PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare
Product Info
Article Number:
513602
Brand:
DW
Model:
PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare
Category:
Aluminium Snare Drums
Price:
$691.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This DW Concept Select Alu snare is a real gem – crisp, articulate, and responsive. The aluminum shell provides a bright, cutting tone that cuts through any mix, and the wooden hoops soften it just enough. It's a fantastic choice for session players, studio work, and anyone looking for a refined snare sound.
Product Description
- DW PDP 14" x 5" Concept Select Aluminum
- Snare Drum
- PDSN0514CSAL
- Drumshell material: Seamless drawn steel
- Drumshell thickness: 3 mm
- Hoops: Wooden
- Hardware: Chrome
- Snare strainer: DW MAG
- Tension rods: True-Pitch
- Snare wires: 20 strands
- Laser-engraved logo
PROS
- • Seamless drawn steel shell delivers exceptional resonance and clarity
- • Wooden hoops contribute warmth and a focused, controlled tone
- • DW’s MAG strainer offers lightning-fast, precise snare response
- • True-Pitch tension rods ensure perfectly even head seating and tuning stability
CONS
- • Aluminum shell can lack the 'fatness' preferred by some for lower-volume gigs
- • The 20-strand wires might be a bit delicate for aggressive playing styles
- • Premium-priced, potentially limiting accessibility for beginner drummers
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14in x 5in
Shell Material
Seamless drawn steel
Shell Thickness
3 mm
Hoops
Wooden
Strainer
DW MAG
Weight
Approximately 1.75 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aluminum offers a brighter, more immediate attack; maple tends to be warmer and more rounded, requiring more tuning to achieve clarity.
Yes, the wires are easily replaceable. They accept standard 20-strand snare wires, readily available from most drum retailers.
It’s incredibly versatile for recording; the brightness can be tamed with dampening and EQ, and it captures a very detailed transient response.
