Pearl PHB-1440/N

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Pearl PHB-1440/N

Pearl

PHB-1440/N

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 505266
Brand: Pearl
Model: PHB-1440/N
Price: $1,757.80

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This Pearl PHB-1440/N is a beautifully crafted snare, offering a refined, vintage-inspired sound perfect for orchestral percussion, studio recording, and discerning gigging musicians. The beaded brass shell provides a rich, focused tone, while the multiple snare wires give you incredible sonic flexibility. It’s a top-tier snare that delivers a professional feel and sound.

Product Description

  • Pearl PHB-1440/N
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 04"
  • Philharmonic Series
  • Beaded 1.5 mm brass shell
  • Single flange hoop with claw hooks
  • Vintage snare bed for optimum snare assemblies
  • Special lugs for optimum shell sound
  • Stainless steel tension rods
  • Remo Renaissance Diplomat head

*SR-505 strainer with 3 individually adjustable snare assemblies:*, S-068SGT 8 Stainless steel wire, S-069 5 Nickel wound wire, S-068S Stainless steel wire

PROS
  • • Exceptional brass shell resonance with a warm, controlled tone
  • • Vintage snare bed enhances sensitivity and ghost note clarity
  • • Multiple snare wire options offer diverse sonic textures
  • • Pearl's special lugs minimize shell dampening, maximizing projection
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers
  • • The thin brass shell can be prone to denting with rough handling
  • • Limited versatility; excels in orchestral/studio settings, less ideal for loud rock

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Key Features

Size 14in x 4in
Shell Material 1.5mm beaded brass
Hoops Single flange
Strainer SR-505 with 3 snare assemblies
Stand Included No
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a bit more focused and controlled than some of the more ‘open’ beaded brass snares; Pearl’s design emphasizes clarity and projection.
Absolutely, the SR-505 strainer makes swapping snare wires a breeze, allowing you to tailor the sound to your specific needs.
While the 1.5mm brass is thin for resonance, Pearl's construction is solid, but extra care should be taken to avoid significant impacts.

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