Gretsch Drums 14"x6,5" Brooklyn Chrome/Steel
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Gretsch Drums
14"x6,5" Brooklyn Chrome/Steel
Product Info
Article Number:
336491
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
14"x6,5" Brooklyn Chrome/Steel
Category:
14" Steel Snare Drums
Price:
$570.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Brooklyn series snare is a fantastic choice for drummers seeking a tight, responsive sound with a classic Gretsch vibe. It's a real workhorse, perfect for genres like rock, pop, and funk where you need a clean, cutting snare tone without excessive sustain. The build quality is solid and it feels like a premium instrument.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums 14"x6
- 5" Brooklyn Chrome/Steel
- Snare Drum
- GB4164S
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- "Chrome over Steel"
- 2 mm rolled steel shell with knurled center
- Chrome model with chrome hardware
- 2.3 mm double flange hoops
- Gretsch Lightning Throw off snare strainer
- Gretsch Classic Double tension rods
PROS
- • Rolled steel shell delivers a focused, crisp, and articulate backbeat.
- • Chrome finish adds brightness and a vintage aesthetic appeal.
- • Double-flanged hoops enhance tuning stability and projection.
- • Lightning throw-off provides smooth, reliable snare action.
CONS
- • The steel shell can be somewhat sensitive to overtones requiring careful dampening.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to deeper, more resonant snares.
- • Chrome finish shows fingerprints and requires regular polishing.
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Key Features
Size
14 in x 6.5 in
Shell Material
Steel
Shell Thickness
2 mm
Hoops
2.3 mm double flange
Strainer
Gretsch Lightning Throw off
Weight
Approximately 1.4 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Steel offers more attack and less warmth than brass; it’s more focused and cuts through a mix better.
Yes, the knurled center provides enhanced grip and control, particularly beneficial for players who use a matched grip.
The 2mm shell allows for a relatively wide tuning range, from a higher, cracky tone to a lower, more fundamental sound, but it's generally tighter than a deeper snare.
