Pearl Modern Utility 14"x5,5" #224
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Pearl
Modern Utility 14"x5,5" #224
Product Info
Article Number:
410365
Brand:
Pearl
Model:
Modern Utility 14"x5,5" #224
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pearl Modern Utility is a fantastic all-around snare, especially for players who like a warm, woody tone without spending a fortune. It's surprisingly versatile, cutting through in a rock mix while still being sensitive enough for jazz and lighter gigs. A solid choice for gigging musicians and students alike.
Product Description
- Pearl Modern Utility 14"x5
- 5" #224
- Snare drum
- Size: 14" x 5.5"
- Modern Utility Series
- Model: MUS1455M / 224
- 6-Ply
- 5.4 mm thick maple wood shell
- 1.6 mm Hoops
- SR-700 throw-off
- Rubber-backed double tension rods
- Remo UT heads
- Lacquered matte
- Colour: Matte Natural # 224
PROS
- • 6-ply maple shell delivers a warm, focused, and surprisingly resonant tone.
- • Rubber-backed tension rods prevent annoying buzz and simplify tuning.
- • 1.6mm hoops offer a good balance of sensitivity and durability.
- • Matte natural lacquer finish highlights the maple grain and dampens excessive overtones.
CONS
- • The 5.5-inch depth might lack the low-end thump needed for heavier genres.
- • Remo UT heads, while decent stock heads, will likely be upgraded by serious players.
- • Maple construction can be a bit more prone to cracking than birch under heavy impact.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 5.5 in
Shell Material
Maple
Ply Count
6
Hoops
1.6 mm
Strainer
SR-700
Weight
Approximately 13 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a significant step down in terms of shell thickness and bearing edge refinement, but still captures a lot of the maple’s warmth – a great value entry point.
The matte finish is relatively soft; it will show fingerprints and minor scratches more readily than a gloss finish, but it adds to the aesthetic.
Maple will have a warmer, more rounded tone than birch, which tends to be brighter and more focused. Expect more body and less ‘crack’ from the Modern Utility.
