Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare

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Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare

Sonor

AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 153725
Brand: Sonor
Model: AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare
Price: $1,098.90

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This Sonor AS 12 snare is a beautifully crafted instrument that excels in versatility. The maple shell provides a warm, controlled tone with excellent projection – perfect for session work, jazz, or any genre where you need a refined snare sound. It’s a serious step up for intermediate to advanced players seeking quality and responsiveness.

Product Description

Sonor AS 12 1406 CM Artist Snare, Snare Drum

Perfect as an all-round snare drum, this model has a 9-ply maple shell (medium maple shell) and a cottonwood natural finish as well as die-cast chrome plated hoops. This snare drum produces a warm and full tone with a harmonic frequency range. The clear attack and sensitive response due to the exclusive stainless steel wires complete the outstanding sound performance.

  • Size: 14" x 06"
  • Drum shell: Maple (medium maple)
  • Shell thickness: 9 Layers = 6 mm
  • Tension rods: 2 X 10 screws
  • Snare wires: SW 1424 S
  • 24 Stainless steel spirals
  • Matt lacquered
  • Die-cast hoops
  • TuneSafe
  • Dual-Glide lifting
  • Chromed fittings with finish protectors
  • Colour: Cottonwood Maple (CM)
PROS
  • • 9-ply maple shell delivers warm, full, and resonant tones.
  • • Die-cast hoops offer enhanced durability and precise tuning.
  • • Stainless steel wires provide crisp attack and sensitivity.
  • • Cottonwood natural finish highlights the maple's grain and beauty.
CONS
  • • The 6mm shell thickness might be too thin for some heavier hitters.
  • • Cottonwood finish can be more susceptible to scratches than lacquered finishes.
  • • Premium-priced, potentially limiting accessibility for budget-conscious drummers.

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 6 in
Shell Material Maple
Ply Count 9
Hoops Die-cast Chrome
Strainer SW 1424 S (24 stainless steel spirals)
Weight Approximately 1.6 lbs (730g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cottonwood finish allows more of the maple’s natural resonance to project, resulting in a slightly warmer and more open tone than a thicker, lacquered finish.
Absolutely; die-cast hoops offer superior strength, tuning stability, and a more focused, controlled rimshot sound compared to pressed steel hoops.
It’s a strong contender, offering a level of build quality and sonic character often found in higher-end snares, with the stainless steel wires adding a distinct edge.

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