Slingerland 14"x07" Radio King Snare BS
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Slingerland
14"x07" Radio King Snare BS
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This Slingerland Radio King is a beautifully crafted tribute to a golden era of drumming. The maple shell and calfskin heads combine for a remarkably sensitive and resonant sound, perfect for jazz, vintage rock, and players seeking a truly unique voice. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and historical significance make it a worthwhile investment for serious collectors and discerning drummers.
Product Description
- Slingerland 14"x07" Radio King Snare BS
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 07"
- Limited to 50 pieces
- Each one numbered and signed by DW founder Don Lombardi
- Faithful replica from the late 1930s and early 1940s
- Solid maple shell
- Nickel-plated hardware
- Nickel-plated brass ‘stick chopper’ hoops
- Drumheads made from high-quality calfskin
- Colour: Blue & Silver Lacquer
- Includes "Radio King" case
- • Solid maple construction delivers a warm, focused tone with excellent projection.
- • Nickel-plated brass hoops offer a bright, crisp response and vintage aesthetics.
- • Calfskin heads provide a unique, sensitive feel and complex overtones.
- • Don Lombardi's signature and limited run adds significant collectibility and prestige.
- • Calfskin heads require more frequent tuning and maintenance than modern heads.
- • The 7” depth limits its versatility for extremely low-frequency applications.
- • Nickel hardware, while beautiful, can be prone to patina and requires care.
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