Pearl PHP-1340/N #103

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Pearl PHP-1340/N #103

Pearl

PHP-1340/N #103

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 505230
Brand: Pearl
Model: PHP-1340/N #103
Price: $1,317.80

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This Pearl PHP-1340/N is a seriously refined concert snare. The maple shell provides a beautiful, controlled tone that’s perfect for orchestral settings or any drummer wanting a classic, dry snare sound with lots of articulation. It’s a step up from entry-level snares and delivers professional-grade quality.

Product Description

  • Pearl PHP-1340/N #103
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 13" x 04"
  • Philharmonic Series
  • 8-Ply
  • 7.2 mm thick maple shell
  • Single flange hoop with claw hooks
  • Vintage snare bed for optimum wires support
  • Special lugs for optimum shell sound
  • Stainless steel tension rods
  • Remo Renaissance Diplomat head
  • Colour: Black (#103)

*SR-505 strainer with 3 individually adjustable snare wires:*, S-368SGT 8 Stainless steel wires, S-369 5 Nickel wound wires, S-368S 8 Stainless steel wires

PROS
  • • Maple shell delivers warm, focused tone with excellent projection
  • • Vintage snare bed enhances wire response and adds complexity
  • • Multiple snare wire combinations offer versatile sonic possibilities
  • • Special lugs contribute to a resonant, controlled shell vibration
CONS
  • • The 7.2mm shell thickness may feel a little stiff for some players
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for budget-conscious percussionists
  • • Black finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily, requiring frequent cleaning

Product Video

Key Features

Size 13 in x 04 in
Shell Material 8-ply Maple
Hoops Single flange
Strainer SR-505 with 3 adjustable wires
Stand Included No
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 7.2mm shell provides a more focused and controlled sound compared to thicker maple shells, resulting in less sustain and a drier, more articulate tone.
Yes, the wires are standard sizes, allowing for easy swapping and experimentation with different brands to further customize the snare’s sound.
The Diplomat head offers a balanced response suitable for both delicate orchestral passages and more forceful playing, though it might not be ideal for extremely loud, heavily dampened applications.

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