DW PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare

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DW PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare

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PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 513602
Brand: DW
Model: PDP 14"x5" Concept Alu Snare
Price: $691.90

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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

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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.

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