Yamaha 14"x5,5" Tour Custom Snare LS

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Yamaha 14"x5,5" Tour Custom Snare LS

Yamaha

14"x5,5" Tour Custom Snare LS

4.6 (18 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 616727
Brand: Yamaha
Model: 14"x5,5" Tour Custom Snare LS
Price: $383.90

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The Yamaha Tour Custom snare is a fantastic all-around workhorse. Its maple shell delivers a balanced, articulate sound that's surprisingly responsive. This snare is perfect for gigging musicians needing a reliable, versatile snare that doesn't break the bank.

Product Description

  • Yamaha 14"x5.5" Tour Custom Snare LS
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 5.5"
  • Tour Custom Series
  • 6-ply
  • 5.6 mm thick maple shell
  • Matte lacquer finish
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • 45° bearing edge
  • 2.3 mm Inverse Dyna steel hoops
  • Snare strainer in P-type design
  • Yamaha Absolute tuning lugs
  • Remo drumhead
  • SN1420H snare wires
  • Special tonal depth and fast response
  • Colour: Licorice Satin
PROS
  • • Maple shell provides warm, resonant tones with surprising projection.
  • • Inverse Dyna hoops enhance sensitivity and sustain compared to standard hoops.
  • • 45° bearing edge allows for a wide range of tuning possibilities.
  • • Absolute tuning lugs offer secure, stable tuning and prevent lug hole stripping.
CONS
  • • Matte lacquer finish can be prone to fingerprints and requires careful maintenance.
  • • The 5.5” depth limits its versatility for extremely low, thuddy applications.
  • • While well-built, hardware isn't quite as premium as higher-end Yamaha snares.

Key Features

Size 14" x 5.5"
Shell Material Maple
Ply Count 6
Hoops 2.3 mm Inverse Dyna Steel
Strainer P-Type
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple offers a warmer, more rounded tone than birch, which often sounds brighter and more cutting. It's a matter of preference, but the maple is great for a more classic, versatile sound.
The included Remo heads are decent stock heads – perfectly usable – but upgrading to coated heads will unlock even more of the snare’s potential and offer more tonal control.
The matte lacquer is fairly durable, but be mindful of excessive handling. A quick wipe down after each gig will keep it looking its best and prevent buildup.

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