DW PDP 14"x5,5" Black Wax Snare

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DW PDP 14"x5,5" Black Wax Snare

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PDP 14"x5,5" Black Wax Snare

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 373425
Brand: DW
Model: PDP 14"x5,5" Black Wax Snare
Price: $273.90

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This PDP Black Wax snare is a real winner for gigging musicians needing a versatile, well-built drum. The maple shell delivers a fantastic balance of warmth and crack, and the DW hardware is top-notch. It's a sweet spot of DW quality at a more accessible price point, perfect for rock, pop, and even jazz players.

Product Description

  • DW PDP 14"x5
  • 5" Black Wax Snare
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 5.5"
  • Drum shell made of 10 layers of maple
  • Matt lacquer
  • Matt black surface with translucent wood grain
  • DW MAG strainer
  • True Pitch tension rods
  • 2.5 mm steel hoops
  • Remo drum heads
PROS
  • • Exceptional maple shell provides warm, resonant, and controlled tones
  • • DW’s MAG strainer offers smooth, quiet, and precise adjustment
  • • 2.5mm steel hoops enhance projection and durability
  • • Black wax finish is visually striking and offers a unique aesthetic
CONS
  • • The 5.5” depth might lack extreme low-end for heavier genres
  • • Wax finish requires more careful maintenance to prevent smudging
  • • True Pitch rods, while precise, can be a little fiddly for beginners

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 5.5 in
Shell Material Maple
Ply Count 10
Hoops 2.5 mm Steel
Strainer DW MAG
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Black Wax finish offers a unique, matte look that’s more prone to fingerprints than DW’s standard lacquer, but it’s visually very appealing.
The PDP shells are constructed using DW’s proven 30-degree glue-joint construction, ensuring strength and even resonance.
The 10-ply construction offers a more controlled and focused sound than a single-ply, sacrificing a little sensitivity for increased projection and body.

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