Tama 14"x8" Woodworks Snare

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Tama 14"x8" Woodworks Snare - NZW

Tama

14"x8" Woodworks Snare - NZW

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483218
Brand: Tama
Model: 14"x8" Woodworks Snare - NZW
Price: $148.50

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This Woodworks snare is a real gem – a great-sounding, affordable option for gigging drummers or anyone wanting a warm, vintage-inspired tone. The zebrawood wrap looks fantastic, and the overall build quality is solid for the price. It’s particularly well-suited for classic rock, blues, and Americana styles where a little warmth and character are key.

Product Description

  • Tama 14"x8" Woodworks Snare - NZW
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 08"
  • Woodworks series
  • WP148BK-NZW
  • 8 mm thick
  • 8-ply poplar wood shell
  • Foil-wrapped shell
  • Black shell hardware
  • 1.6 mm 8-hole triple-flanged hoops
  • Snare with 20 snare wires
  • Colour: Natural zebrawood wrap
PROS
  • • Poplar shell delivers a warm, resonant tone with surprising projection.
  • • Zebrawood wrap offers a striking aesthetic and contributes to shell resonance.
  • • Triple-flanged hoops provide excellent tuning stability and a crisp rimshot.
  • • 8-ply construction balances weight and durability for reliable performance.
CONS
  • • Poplar's inherent sustain might be too 'woody' for some modern genres.
  • • 20 snare wires can occasionally sound a bit 'busy' if not carefully tuned.
  • • Black hardware, while stylish, shows fingerprints and smudges easily.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 14 in x 8 in
Shell Material Poplar
Ply Count 8
Hoops 1.6 mm triple-flanged
Strainer Tamadrive
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Poplar offers a warmer, more mellow tone than maple, lacking the bright, focused attack. It’s more about resonance and body than crispness.
The wrap does subtly influence the tone, adding a bit more projection and a slightly drier character compared to a bare poplar shell.
The Tamadrive is reliable and smooth, offering precise tension adjustments – it's a step above basic strainers and comparable to mid-range options.

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