Sonor SSD 14"x6,25" Jost Nickel

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Sonor SSD 14"x6,25" Jost Nickel

Sonor

SSD 14"x6,25" Jost Nickel

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 476797
Brand: Sonor
Model: SSD 14"x6,25" Jost Nickel
Price: $976.80

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This Sonor SSD is a serious snare for players wanting a refined, vintage-inspired sound. Jost Nickel’s signature touches really shine through—it’s articulate, responsive, and has a beautiful warmth. Perfect for session players, jazz, or anyone seeking a premium snare with a classic feel.

Product Description

  • Sonor SSD 14" x 6.25" Jost Nickel
  • Snare Drum
  • Jost Nickel Signature Model
  • Size: 14" x 6.25"
  • Shell material: 14-ply
  • 9 mm thick beech shell
  • Chrome hardware
  • Double snare drum
  • Dual Glide snare lift-off
  • 2.3 mm power hoops
  • 24-Spiral steel wires
  • Jost Nickel Signature Badge
  • Colour: Piano black with silver stripe (high gloss)
PROS
  • • Exceptional beech shell delivers a warm, focused, and articulate tone.
  • • Jost Nickel’s signature design offers a crisp, cutting backbeat.
  • • Robust 2.3mm power hoops enhance projection and durability.
  • • High-gloss piano black finish with silver stripe is visually striking.
CONS
  • • The 14-ply construction contributes to a noticeably heavier drum.
  • • The price point places it in a premium-priced category.
  • • The focused tone might not be ideal for all genres (e.g., heavy metal).

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Key Features

Size 14in x 6.25in
Shell Material Beech
Ply Count 14
Hoops 2.3mm Power Hoops
Strainer Dual Glide
Weight Approximately 1.45kg (51oz)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Beech delivers a drier, more focused sound than maple, lacking some of maple’s inherent sweetness but offering enhanced clarity and projection.
The 2.3mm power hoops are substantial and well-constructed, but all hoops can be susceptible to cracking with excessive force or improper tuning – careful handling is always advised.
Absolutely. The balanced tonal characteristics and clear articulation make it an excellent choice for capturing a professional-sounding snare track.

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