Pearl 14"x6,5" Sensitone Brass
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Pearl
14"x6,5" Sensitone Brass
Product Info
Article Number:
516888
Brand:
Pearl
Model:
14"x6,5" Sensitone Brass
Category:
14" Brass Snare Drums
Price:
$676.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sensitone is a beautifully crafted snare – a real step up if you’re chasing that classic brass tone without spending a fortune. It's ideal for players in jazz, blues, or classic rock settings who appreciate a warm, responsive drum with excellent projection. The shell really sings with a surprising amount of character.
Product Description
- Pearl 14"x6.5" Sensitone Brass
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- Sensitone Heritage Alloy Series
- 1 mm Brass shell with bead
- Superhoop II tension hoop (10-hole)
- SR017 Snare strainer
- CL-Bridge lugs
- Remo Ambassador heads
- Warm
- full but still attacking sound
- Colour: Black Nickel
PROS
- • Heritage Bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex, vintage-inspired tone
- • Superhoop II hoops offer improved resonance and stick articulation
- • CL-Bridge lugs provide secure tuning and minimize shell vibration
- • Solid, well-built hardware demonstrates Pearl's reputation for quality
CONS
- • The 1mm shell can be a bit too sensitive for heavier hitters
- • Black Nickel finish, while attractive, can be prone to minor scratches
- • The Sensitone series isn’t the absolute loudest or most cutting snare
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Key Features
Size
14 in x 6.5 in
Shell Material
Heritage Bronze Alloy
Shell Thickness
1 mm
Hoops
Superhoop II
Strainer
SR017
Weight
Approximately 1.3 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Heritage Bronze alloy offers a warmer, more complex tone with more overtones than a typical brass snare, resulting in a less aggressive, more vintage character.
The Ambassadors are a solid choice for a versatile sound, but many players will swap them for coated heads to further tame the overtones and enhance the warmth.
Yes, absolutely. While thinner than some shells, Pearl’s construction is robust; just avoid overly aggressive playing styles to preserve its integrity.
