Pearl Modern Utility 14"x10" #220

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Pearl Modern Utility 14"x10" #220

Pearl

Modern Utility 14"x10" #220

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 457904
Brand: Pearl
Model: Modern Utility 14"x10" #220
Price: $1,098.90

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The Pearl Modern Utility #220 is a beautifully crafted snare offering a warm, vintage-inspired tone with a modern punch. The mahogany shell really sings, making it ideal for jazz, blues, and recording situations where a refined backbeat is needed. It's a serious upgrade for the discerning drummer.

Product Description

  • Pearl Modern Utility 14" x 10" #220
  • Snare Drum
  • Limited edition
  • Colour: Satin Mahogany
  • Model: MUS1410FM/C220
  • Matte lacquered 6-layer 5.4 mm maple wood drumshell
  • Hoops: 1.6 mm
  • Strainer: SR-700
  • Rubber-backed bridge lugs
  • Remo UT drumheads
PROS
  • • Mahogany shell delivers warm, resonant tones with focused crack
  • • 6-ply construction enhances projection and sustain
  • • SR-700 strainer offers smooth, reliable, and quiet operation
  • • Rubber-backed lugs minimize vibrations for a cleaner overall sound
CONS
  • • Satin mahogany finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily
  • • Limited versatility; shines best in studio or smaller gigs
  • • Premium-priced compared to entry-level snare options

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 10 in
Shell Material Mahogany Maple
Ply Count 6
Hoops 1.6 mm triple-flanged
Strainer SR-700
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mahogany tends to be slightly less responsive to extreme tuning changes than maple, resulting in a more consistent tone across a wider range.
The UT heads are a solid starting point, but many players prefer to experiment with different head types to further tailor the snare’s sound – especially for live performance.
Absolutely; the rubber backing significantly dampens unwanted overtones and resonance, preventing the typical ‘boxy’ sound often associated with bridge lugs.

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