Tama 14"x6,5" Star Reserve Aluminum
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Tama
14"x6,5" Star Reserve Aluminum
Product Info
Article Number:
509966
Brand:
Tama
Model:
14"x6,5" Star Reserve Aluminum
Category:
Aluminium Snare Drums
Price:
$1,153.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Star Reserve Aluminum snare is a real statement piece. The hand-hammering creates a distinctive, cutting tone that's perfect for funk, jazz, and any style needing a dry, articulate backbeat. It's a high-end snare that rewards a skilled player who can coax its full potential.
Product Description
- Tama 14" x 6.5" Star Reserve Aluminum
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- Series: Star Reserve
- Drumshell thickess: 3 mm
- Drumshell material: Hand-hammered aluminium
- Hoops: 8-Hole Brass Sound Arc
- Strainer: MLS50A/MLS50B Linear Drive
- Snare wires: MS20RL14C Super Sensitive Hi-Carbon
- Drumhead: Remo Ambassador
- Model: TAS1465H
PROS
- • Hand-hammered aluminum shell delivers crisp, bright, and articulate tones.
- • Brass Sound Arc hoops enhance projection and a focused snare response.
- • Linear Drive strainer ensures smooth, consistent snare wire engagement.
- • Super Sensitive wires provide responsive ghost notes and delicate control.
CONS
- • Aluminum shells can be unforgiving with poor tuning or technique.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
- • Lacks the warmth and body of a comparable wood snare drum.
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Key Features
Size
14in x 6.5in
Shell Material
Hand-hammered Aluminum
Shell Thickness
3 mm
Hoops
8-Hole Brass Sound Arc
Strainer
MLS50A/MLS50B Linear Drive
Weight
Approximately 1.75 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aluminum is inherently brighter and drier than maple, lacking the warmth and sustain. Expect a more focused, cutting tone with less overtones.
Yes, they offer a noticeably smoother and more precise snare wire adjustment, minimizing unwanted noise and improving sensitivity.
It's excellent for recording, but be mindful of the high-frequency content; EQ might be needed to tame it for certain genres, though its clarity is a huge asset.
