Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Maple SD
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Gretsch Drums
14"x6.5" Full Range Maple SD
Product Info
Article Number:
609677
Brand:
Gretsch Drums
Model:
14"x6.5" Full Range Maple SD
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$547.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Gretsch Full Range Maple snare is a seriously versatile workhorse. The maple shell provides a warm, controlled sound that sits beautifully in a mix – perfect for jazz, funk, and vintage-inspired rock. It's a solid choice for drummers wanting a refined, professional-grade snare without the ultra-premium price tag.
Product Description
- Gretsch Drums 14"x6.5" Full Range Maple SD
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- Barrel-shaped maple shell with 8 mm reinforcement rings
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Triple-flanged hoops 3.0 mm
- 30° bearing edge
- Snare wires with 20 brass strands
- Tensioning rods with brass receiver nuts
- Remo drumheads
- Colour: Natural
- matte
PROS
- • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tone with excellent projection.
- • Reinforcement rings enhance shell stability and focused low-end response.
- • Triple-flanged hoops improve head sustain and tuning stability.
- • Brass receiver nuts provide smooth, reliable tension adjustment and a premium feel.
CONS
- • Natural matte finish might require more frequent cleaning and care.
- • Full range design leans towards a warmer sound, less suited for aggressive metal.
- • While well-built, maple shells can be susceptible to humidity changes.
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Key Features
Size
14" x 6.5"
Shell Material
Maple
Ply Count
6-ply
Hoops
3.0mm Triple-Flanged Chrome
Strainer
Gretsch Throw-Off
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's warmer and more focused than the LA, lacking some of that raw, vintage edge. The reinforcement rings give it more projection and a tighter low-end.
Yes, they're stock Remo heads, typically a coated batter and a resonant head. Absolutely, you can change them; standard sizes make swapping easy.
While versatile, its warmer tone might get buried in very aggressive genres. It’ll work, but a maple snare with a thinner shell might be a better fit for maximum attack.
