Gretsch Drums 12"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
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Gretsch Drums
12"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
Product Info
Article Number:
440514
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
12"x5,5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
Category:
12" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$107.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Mighty Mini is a seriously fun snare, offering a surprisingly full tone for its size. It’s perfect for jazz, vintage gigs, or anyone needing a compact snare that cuts through the mix. The poplar shell gives it a unique warmth often missing in smaller snares.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums 12"x5
- 5" Mighty Mini Snare BK
- Mini Snare Drum
- Size: 12" x 5.5"
- Shell material: Poplar
- Chrome hardware
- 1.6 mm triple flanged steel hoops
- 30° Bearing edge
- With GTS holder
- BH-5512-BK
PROS
- • Poplar shell delivers a surprisingly warm, focused, and articulate tone.
- • Triple-flanged hoops enhance projection and a crisp, defined rimshot.
- • 30-degree bearing edge facilitates a broad range of tuning possibilities.
- • GTS holder provides secure and versatile mounting options.
CONS
- • Poplar isn't as tonally complex as maple or birch, limiting ultimate depth.
- • Smaller size restricts low-end response; not ideal for heavy hitters.
- • Hardware, while functional, isn't the premium quality found on higher-end Gretsches.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
12 in x 5.5 in
Shell Material
Poplar
Ply Count
5
Hoops
1.6 mm triple flanged steel
Strainer
Gretsch GTS
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more focused and warmer than many brighter, more metallic 12-inch snares; poplar offers a different sonic character.
Yes, the 5-ply construction and 30-degree bearing edge allow for a surprisingly broad tuning range, from crisp high tones to a warmer, more resonant sound.
While versatile, the smaller size and poplar shell mean it won't have the deep thump of a larger snare; better suited for more nuanced playing styles.
