Gretsch Drums 14"X05" Renown Maple PW

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Gretsch Drums 14"X05" Renown Maple PW

Gretsch Drums

14"X05" Renown Maple PW

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Product Info

Article Number: 596730
Model: 14"X05" Renown Maple PW
Price: $372.90

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The Renown Maple PW is a fantastic all-around snare—warm, responsive, and beautifully finished. It's a real workhorse for studio and stage, particularly appealing to players seeking a classic, vintage-inspired tone without the premium price tag. A solid choice for rock, pop, jazz, and even lighter funk.

Product Description

  • Gretsch Drums 14"X05" Renown Maple PW
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 05"
  • Renown Maple Series
  • 7-Ply maple wood shell
  • High-gloss lacquered shell
  • Chrome hardware
  • 30° bearing head
  • Gretsch "302" steel hoops
  • Remo head
  • Gretsch ‘Silver Sealer’ inner shell coating
  • Colour: Piano White
PROS
  • • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tones with focused projection.
  • • Gretsch 'Silver Sealer' coating minimizes shell dampening, preserving natural tone.
  • • 30° bearing edge optimizes head vibration for a responsive feel and articulation.
  • • Chrome hardware provides a classic look and reliable, robust functionality.
CONS
  • • Piano White finish shows fingerprints and handling marks easily.
  • • Maple construction might lack the aggressive crack of birch for heavier genres.
  • • Stock Remo head is decent, but an upgrade will further refine the sound.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 14" x 5"
Shell Material Maple
Ply Count 7
Hoops Gretsch '302' Steel Hoops
Strainer Gretsch Chrome Strainer
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple offers a warmer, more rounded tone with less aggressive overtones compared to the brighter, more cutting sound of birch. The maple will sit better in a mix where you don’t want a piercing snare.
It's functional; it minimizes damping while preserving the maple's natural resonance. It's a subtle but important detail contributing to the drum's overall tone and feel.
The '302' hoops are known for their precise machining and consistent tension, contributing to a more even head response and a slightly more focused tone than many budget-level hoops.

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