Yamaha Recording Custom 14"x6,5" Alu
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Yamaha
Recording Custom 14"x6,5" Alu
Product Info
Article Number:
380048
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
Recording Custom 14"x6,5" Alu
Category:
Aluminium Snare Drums
Price:
$657.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Recording Custom Alu snare is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a bright, articulate sound. Its aluminum construction cuts through any mix, making it ideal for genres like funk, pop, and lighter rock styles where you need that crisp, defined backbeat. It's a well-built snare that offers a lot of performance for the price.
Product Description
- Yamaha Recording Custom 14" x 6.5" Alu
- Snare drum
- Size: 14" x 6.5"
- New Recording Custom series
- Shell: 1.2 mm aluminium
- Finish: Hairline Clear
- Bearing edge: 45°
- 3.0 mm aluminium cast strip
- Snare carpet: 25 strings high carbon steel
- Drum head: Remo Ambassador coated
- Resonance head: Remo Ambassador reso
- Yamaha Q Type snare throw off
- DC3 backstop
PROS
- • Aluminum shell delivers bright, crisp, and cutting projection.
- • 45° bearing edge promotes complex overtones and responsiveness.
- • High-carbon steel snares offer a focused, cracky backbeat.
- • Yamaha Q-Type strainer ensures smooth, reliable snare action.
CONS
- • Aluminum construction lacks the warm, woody character of maple or birch.
- • Hairline finish shows fingerprints and handling marks easily.
- • Relatively lightweight, might feel 'floppy' for players needing substantial feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 6.5 in
Shell Material
Aluminum
Shell Thickness
1.2 mm
Hoops
Yamaha die-cast hoops
Strainer
Yamaha Q Type
Weight
Approximately 4.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aluminum offers a brighter, more metallic tone with quicker response, lacking the warmth and sustain of wood. It’s a trade-off for a more cutting and defined sound.
The hairline finish is visually appealing but shows fingerprints and light scratches easily. Careful handling and a good cleaning routine are recommended to keep it looking its best.
The Ambassador heads are a good starting point, providing a balanced and versatile sound. Many players will likely swap them out for custom heads to fine-tune the snare's character.
