Pearl 14"x05" Free Floating Snare
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Pearl
14"x05" Free Floating Snare
Product Info
Article Number:
337435
Brand:
Pearl
Model:
14"x05" Free Floating Snare
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$955.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Pearl Free Floating snare is a serious contender for players seeking a refined maple tone. The free-floating lugs really let the shell breathe, resulting in a surprisingly sensitive and responsive drum. It's ideal for studio work, jazz, or any genre where nuanced articulation is key.
Product Description
- Pearl 14"x05" Free Floating Snare
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 05"
- Free Floating Maple
- FTMM-1450
- Drum shell: Maple
- Colour: Satin natural
- 6-Ply drum shell
- Die cast hoops
- Chrome hardware
- FT-50 free floating lugs
- No holes in the hardware parts ensures unimpeded shell resonance
PROS
- • Exceptional resonance due to the 'free floating' lug design.
- • Maple shell delivers a warm, focused, and articulate tone.
- • Die-cast hoops provide durability and a crisp, controlled rimshot.
- • FT-50 lugs minimize dampening, maximizing shell vibration and sensitivity.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
- • 5-inch depth limits low-end response compared to deeper snares.
- • Satin natural finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 5 in
Shell Material
Maple
Ply Count
6
Hoops
Die-cast
Strainer
Pearl FTMM-1450
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It allows the shell to vibrate more freely, eliminating dampening from traditional lug mounting and creating a more resonant, complex tone.
It's a balanced maple, leaning towards a focused warmth. It’s not overly dark, but it's certainly not a bright, brittle maple either - a great all-rounder.
The die-cast hoops offer a crisper, more defined rim tone than thinner hoops, providing a more controlled and articulate rimshot sound.
