Tama 12"x07" S.L.P. Mod Bubinga
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Tama
12"x07" S.L.P. Mod Bubinga
Product Info
Article Number:
606308
Brand:
Tama
Model:
12"x07" S.L.P. Mod Bubinga
Category:
12" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$357.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This S.L.P. Mod Bubinga is a surprisingly versatile snare. The bubinga shell gives it a warm, articulate voice that cuts through a mix—perfect for modern hip-hop, trap, or anything where you need a defined backbeat. It's a high-quality snare that punches above its weight class.
Product Description
- Tama 12"x07" S.L.P. Mod Bubinga
- Snare Drum
- Size: 12" x 07"
- S.L.P. Mod Bubinga
- 9-ply
- 6 mm thick bubinga shell
- Sound Arc Hoops (6-hole
- 2.3 mm at the top
- 1.6 mm at the bottom)
- Snare strainer: MLS30A/MLS30B
- Snare wires: 20 strands of Starclassic carbon steel
- Evans G1 drumheads
- Large range and good sensitivity even in lower tunings
- Perfect for Hip-Hop
- Trap and electronic music
- Colour: Satin Bubinga (SBG)
PROS
- • Bubinga shell delivers a focused, warm tone with surprising projection.
- • Sound Arc hoops offer excellent resonance and a responsive feel.
- • Starclassic wires provide a crisp, controlled snare response and sensitivity.
- • MLS strainer is smooth, quiet, and reliably holds its position.
CONS
- • Bubinga can be susceptible to humidity changes, requiring careful maintenance.
- • 7” depth limits low-end response; not ideal for very deep, booming sounds.
- • Satin finish, while attractive, shows fingerprints and smudges easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
12" x 7"
Shell Material
Bubinga
Ply Count
9
Hoops
Sound Arc (6-hole, 2.3mm top, 1.6mm bottom)
Strainer
MLS30A/MLS30B
Weight
Approximately 1.4 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bubinga offers a drier, more focused tone than maple's warmth or birch's brightness, with a slightly more complex harmonic content.
Absolutely; they significantly enhance the snare's resonance and responsiveness, allowing for a wider tuning range and more nuanced playing.
While bright, the Starclassic wires are surprisingly controllable; proper dampening and tuning can tame them for a more vintage feel without sacrificing clarity.
