Yamaha Recording Custom 14"x5,5" Alu
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Yamaha
Recording Custom 14"x5,5" Alu
Product Info
Article Number:
380047
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
Recording Custom 14"x5,5" Alu
Category:
Aluminium Snare Drums
Price:
$647.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Recording Custom Alu snare is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a focused, articulate sound. Its aluminum construction provides a bright, cutting tone that works well in a variety of genres, especially pop, funk, and studio settings where clarity is key. It's a surprisingly versatile snare for its price point.
Product Description
- Yamaha Recording Custom 14" x 5.5" Alu
- Snare drum
- Size: 14" x 5.5"
- New Recording Custom series
- Shell: 1.2 mm aluminium
- Finish: Hairline Clear
- Bearing edge: 45°
- 3.0 mm aluminium cast strip
- Snare carpet: 20 strings High Carbon Steel
- Batter head: Remo Ambassador Coated
- Resonance head: Remo Ambassador Reso
- Yamaha Q type snare throw off
- DC3 backstop
PROS
- • Aluminum shell delivers crisp, bright, and cutting tones.
- • 45° bearing edge enhances sensitivity and response.
- • High Carbon Steel snares offer a controlled, articulate crack.
- • Yamaha Q-type throw-off provides reliable, quiet operation.
CONS
- • Aluminum shell can lack warmth; may require head selection adjustments.
- • Relatively lightweight, potentially feeling less substantial to some drummers.
- • Hairline finish is susceptible to scratches and fingerprints.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14in x 5.5in
Shell Material
Aluminum
Shell Thickness
1.2 mm
Hoops
Yamaha die-cast
Strainer
Yamaha Q type
Weight
Approximately 5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aluminum provides a more immediate, higher-pitched response compared to the warmer tones of brass or the deeper, more resonant sounds of steel. It’s a brighter, more controlled sound.
The Ambassadors are a solid baseline, but experimenting with different head combinations will really tailor the snare’s character. Try coated heads for more warmth or clear heads for more projection.
Absolutely. Yamaha’s die-cast hoops are known for their robust build quality and can withstand the rigors of frequent use and transportation.
