Gretsch Drums 10"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
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Gretsch Drums
10"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
Product Info
Article Number:
440513
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
10"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
Category:
10" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$105.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Mighty Mini from Gretsch is a neat little drum – a real character player. It’s got a surprisingly full tone for its size, perfect for jazz, vintage kits, or anyone needing a compact snare for recording or smaller gigs. The build is solid for the price point, offering a taste of that classic Gretsch vibe.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums 10"x5.5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
- Mini Snare Drum
- Size: 10" x 5.5"
- Shell material: Poplar
- Chrome hardware
- 1.6 mm Triple-flanged steel hoops
- 30° Bearing edge
- With GTS mount
- BH-5510-BK
PROS
- • Poplar shell delivers a surprisingly warm, focused, and articulate tone.
- • Triple-flanged hoops offer enhanced resonance and projection compared to standard hoops.
- • GTS mount minimizes interference, preserving the drum’s natural vibrations.
- • Compact size makes it incredibly versatile for rimshots, ghost notes, and tight spaces.
CONS
- • Poplar construction lacks the sustain of maple or birch shells.
- • Limited shell thickness may not suit players needing a very deep, thuddy sound.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels somewhat basic given Gretsch’s heritage.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
10 in x 5.5 in
Shell Material
Poplar
Ply Count
5
Hoops
1.6 mm Triple-flanged steel
Strainer
GTS mount
Weight
5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s warmer and less resonant than a maple snare, lacking the same high-end sparkle, but it offers a unique, controlled sound.
Yes, it’s designed to float the strainer and reduce dampening, allowing the shell to vibrate more freely and produce a more open sound.
While versatile, its focused tone is better suited to genres like jazz, blues, or vintage rock; a heavier hitter might find it lacking in power for modern rock styles.
