Pearl PMX 14"x6,5" Snare #414
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Pearl
PMX 14"x6,5" Snare #414
Product Info
Article Number:
566954
Brand:
Pearl
Model:
PMX 14"x6,5" Snare #414
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$459.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pearl PMX is a seriously impressive snare for the money. The maple shell provides a warm, musical tone that’s surprisingly versatile, from jazz to rock. This is a great option for gigging musicians or anyone looking for a high-quality snare without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Pearl PMX 14"x6
- 5" Snare #414
- Snare drum
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- Professional Series
- Shell made of thin 6-ply
- 5.4 mm thick
- high-quality North American maple
- Lacquered shell
- Chrome shell hardware
- PMX1465S/C414
- Colour: Ice Blue Oyster (#414)
PROS
- • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tones with surprising projection
- • Thin 6-ply construction provides excellent sensitivity and feel
- • Ice Blue Oyster finish is stunning and visually distinctive
- • Chrome hardware offers a premium look and reliable performance
CONS
- • Lacquered finish can be susceptible to stick marks and wear
- • 6.5 in depth might be too shallow for some heavier hitters
- • PMX strainer is functional but not as refined as higher-end options
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Key Features
Size
14 in x 6.5 in
Shell Material
North American Maple
Ply Count
6
Hoops
Pearl Chrome-Plated Hoop
Strainer
Pearl PMX 14x5.5
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The maple offers a warmer, more rounded tone with more overtones than a birch snare, which tends to be drier and more focused.
It's a lacquer finish, so it’s not as tough as some opaque wraps; careful stick technique and occasional polishing will keep it looking sharp.
The PMX strainer is functional and reliable, but the action isn't quite as buttery-smooth as some of Pearl’s higher-end models – still perfectly usable though.
