LP 13"x5,5" Salsa Snare Steel

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LP 13"x5,5" Salsa Snare Steel

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13"x5,5" Salsa Snare Steel

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 504700
Brand: LP
Model: 13"x5,5" Salsa Snare Steel
Price: $471.90

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This LP Salsa snare delivers a bright, focused sound perfect for Latin percussion and tighter, more modern pop productions. It’s built with the same quality shells as their higher-end Prestige series, offering a premium feel and sound at a more accessible price. If you need a snappy, articulate snare that cuts through a mix, this is a solid choice.

Product Description

  • LP 13" x 5.5" Salsa Snare Steel
  • Salsa snare drum
  • Size: 13" x 5.5"
  • Same steel shells as the LP "Prestige" series
  • Eight tensioning lugs
  • Stainless steel hoops
  • 24-spiral snare wires
PROS
  • • Bright, cutting tone ideal for Salsa, Latin, and pop music.
  • • Steel shells offer a crisp, resonant response and excellent projection.
  • • Stainless steel hoops contribute to durability and a clean, articulate rimshot.
  • • 24-spiral snare wires provide a controlled, musical crack with good sensitivity.
CONS
  • • Lacks the warm, complex overtones of a deeper, heavier snare drum.
  • • The steel shell can be somewhat unforgiving; requires careful tuning.
  • • Higher price point might be a barrier for some budget-conscious players.

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Key Features

Size 13in x 5.5in
Shell Material Steel
Shell Thickness 1.5mm
Hoops Stainless Steel
Strainer 24-Spiral Snare Wires
Weight 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Steel offers a brighter, more defined tone, lacking the warmth and complex overtones you’d get from brass. It's a matter of preference, but steel is generally better for cutting through a mix.
They're standard 10-pitch lugs, allowing for fairly precise tuning adjustments, but be mindful of the steel’s sensitivity to over-tightening.
Yes, steel snares can ring, but this one is well-damped by the shell construction and 24-spiral wires; however, careful tuning and muffling might still be needed to control unwanted resonance.

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