Tama 10"x3" Metalworks Effect Snare

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Tama 10"x3" Metalworks Effect Snare

Tama

10"x3" Metalworks Effect Snare

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483206
Brand: Tama
Model: 10"x3" Metalworks Effect Snare
Price: $181.50

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This Metalworks Effect snare delivers a crisp, articulate sound that cuts through the mix – perfect for session players or anyone needing a bright, defined backbeat. The Mod-Tone system allows for some customization of the snare response, although it takes a bit of experimentation to dial in your ideal sound. It's a solid, well-built snare at a reasonable price point.

Product Description

  • Tama 10"x3" Metalworks Effect Snare
  • Effect snare drum
  • Size: 10" x 03
  • Metalworks Series
  • BST103MBK
  • 1.0 mm thick steel shell
  • Triple flanged Hoop
  • Mod-Tone system with snare wires
  • Incl. MC69 multi clamp
PROS
  • • Bright, cutting tone ideal for funk and modern pop styles
  • • 1.0mm steel shell provides excellent resonance and projection
  • • Mod-Tone system offers a wide range of snare response
  • • Triple-flanged hoops enhance tuning stability and attack
CONS
  • • Effect snare sound might be too thin for heavier rock or metal genres
  • • Shell thickness could be a bit heavier for extended playing sessions
  • • Mod-Tone system can be a bit fiddly to adjust precisely

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Key Features

Size 10 in x 3 in
Shell Material Steel
Shell Thickness 1.0 mm
Hoops Triple-flanged
Strainer Mod-Tone
Weight Approximately 1.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It alters the distance between the snare wires and the drumhead, creating a more open or controlled sound – essentially adjusting the 'effect' of the snare.
Absolutely; its focused tone and good projection make it a great choice for studio tracking, especially for genres needing a tight, defined snare sound.
Unlike a traditional snare, this effect snare prioritizes a more focused, higher-pitched sound, sacrificing some of the warmer, fuller tones you'd get from a deeper shell.

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