Varus 14"x07" Morpheus Snare Black
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Varus
14"x07" Morpheus Snare Black
Product Info
Article Number:
542516
Brand:
Varus
Model:
14"x07" Morpheus Snare Black
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$877.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Varus Morpheus is a surprisingly versatile snare. The hybrid shell provides a warm, woody tone with a touch of brightness, and the Fat Cat wires add a unique shimmer. It's a great option for gigging musicians who want a high-quality snare without the premium-priced tag – especially good for rock, pop, and lighter jazz.
Product Description
- Varus 14"x07" Morpheus Snare Black
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 07"
- Shell material: Maple / beech hybrid shell of 5.4 mm thickness
- Matte lacquered shell
- 3 mm Cast hoops
- Black nickel hardware
- Shell with extra holes for more projection and volume
- Fat Cat snare wires
- Evans batter and resonance head
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Maple/beech hybrid shell delivers a warm, resonant, and controlled tone.
- • 3mm cast hoops offer exceptional sensitivity and a crisp rimshot response.
- • Fat Cat snare wires provide a unique, shimmering, and airy sound character.
- • Pre-mounted Evans heads offer a solid, reliable, and immediately playable feel.
CONS
- • The hybrid shell construction might lack the focused projection of a pure maple snare.
- • Black nickel hardware, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to slight tarnishing.
- • The extra holes, while intended for projection, could slightly compromise shell integrity over time.
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Key Features
Size
14 in x 7 in
Shell Material
Maple / Beech Hybrid
Ply Count
5
Hoops
3mm Cast
Strainer
Varus Standard
Weight
Approximately 1.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The hybrid blends warmth with a touch more projection than a purely maple snare, but it might not have the same focused, cutting tone.
They require slightly more frequent adjustments than standard wires, but the unique sound they provide is well worth the effort.
It's generally durable, but be prepared to occasionally clean it to prevent slight tarnishing – it’s a cosmetic concern, not a structural one.
