Sonor 12"x05" Signature G.Harrison
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Sonor
12"x05" Signature G.Harrison
Product Info
Article Number:
305871
Brand:
Sonor
Model:
12"x05" Signature G.Harrison
Category:
Signature Snare Drums
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sonor G.Harrison snare is a serious tool for the discerning drummer. The birch shell and Protean wires give you a huge range of sounds, from tight and controlled to open and explosive – perfect for modern, complex playing styles where you need tonal flexibility. It’s a premium snare that demands to be heard.
Product Description
- Sonor 12"x05" Signature G.Harrison
- Snare Drum
- Gavin Harrison Protean snare drum premium version
- Size: 12" x 05"
- Colour silky black
- Chrome hardware
- 6 ply - 6 mm thick birch wood shell prepared in CLTF procedures
- Hybrid bearing edge (Snare Side round - 45° Reso)
- 2.3 mm Power hoops
- Dual Glide Snare strainer
- Remo USA CS Controlled snare drumhead
- white roughened with black reinforcement point on bottom
*Premium Version includes:*
- 1x "Straight 8" steel wire
- 1x "EQ" Wire with 8 bronze wires recessed center
- 1x "Spacer" Wire with 8 brass wires soldered in a specific distance from each other
- Both wires are delivered in an exclusive wooden box
- Two Protean tuning keys
- Three damping rings
- Includes a unique and exclusive "Protean" hard case
PROS
- • Birch shell delivers focused, articulate tone with surprising warmth.
- • Protean wire system offers incredible versatility in snare response.
- • CLTF shell construction ensures exceptional resonance and projection.
- • Premium hoops and strainer contribute to precise tuning and consistent action.
CONS
- • The included heads, while quality, might benefit from a swap for personalized sound.
- • The complex wire system demands experimentation to truly unlock its potential.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most drummers.
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Key Features
Size
12 in x 5 in
Shell Material
6-ply Birch
Artist
Gavin Harrison
Hoops
2.3 mm Power Hoops
Strainer
Dual Glide Snare Strainer
Weight
Approximately 1.25 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It alters the snare’s sensitivity and sustain – recessed wires offer a more muted, controlled sound, while the inStraight wire provides a louder, more resonant response.
Yes, the CLTF (Controlled Linear Tapering) process creates a more consistent shell thickness, improving resonance and overall tone compared to standard construction.
Absolutely. While designed with Gavin Harrison’s style in mind, the Protean system allows for versatility across genres, from jazz to rock and beyond.
