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Welch Tuning Systems Epiphany Series Snare Drum - 7.5 x 13 inches - Matte Black , $699.00 - Add to Cart Skip to Product Information

Welch Tuning Systems Epiphany Series Snare Drum - 7.5 x 13 inches - Matte Black

7.5" x 13" Maple Snare Drum with Die-cast Hoops, 45-degree Bearing Edges, and a Wire Tension Tuning System - Matte Black
Welch Tuning Systems Epiphany Series Snare Drum - 7.5 x 13 inches - Matte Black
Welch Tuning Systems Epiphany Series Snare Drum - 7.5 x 13 inches - Matte Black

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The Epiphany Series: Priced for Players!

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The Epiphany series from Welch Tuning Systems is designed with the working drummer in mind, delivering innovative shells equipped with some absolutely stellar hardware — all at an attainable price. And the Epiphany Snare Drum is no exception! This 7-ply maple-shell snare is as warm and dimensional in tone as they come, trimmed with even-playing 45-degree bearing edges and subsequently excelling in a wide range of musical genres. Armed with superior hardware like proper die-cast hoops, an adjustable butt plate, and WTS’s proprietary wire-tension tuning system, the tonal reliability and ease of play of this snare are off the charts! From jazz to rock, to ska and reggae, the WTS Epiphany Snare Drum is a loyal and characterful companion that will feel right at home sitting behind your drum kit or your existing Epiphany series setup.

Plied and sized for tonal versatility

The Epiphany Series Snare Drum boasts a premium maple shell construction plied seven times over and cut with 45-degree bearing edges for some fantastically warm stature and even drumhead energy transfer. Its 7.5-inch x 13-inch dimensions add some playing versatility, giving drummers plenty of depth and resonance to project with ease. The Epiphany thunders at lower tensions and attacks crisply when tuned up, covering a wide range of warm and woody tones for your twos and fours (or ones and threes!). The expertly applied internal satin sealer aids in polishing off and expanding the life of this drum’s pure and refined shell sound, too!

Durable die-cast hoops and hardware

This gorgeous snare affords drummers high quality die-cast hoops at great price point — a feat that many manufacturers today can’t relate to! Die-cast hoops are incredibly durable and are phenomenal for preserving your drum’s intonation. They also make for ridiculously clear and cutting rim shots and cross sticking, making them ideal for the performing drummer. And speaking of performing, the Epiphany Snare features a fast-acting adjustable butt plate, giving you the convenience and freedom for changes on the fly while your snare wires are still in use.

Proprietary wire-tension tuning system

The trademark look of WTS drums comes from its exclusive wire-tension tuning system. Free of the imbalance and restrictions of standard tension rods, all WTS drums come equipped with a unique single-point tuning mechanism that allows for fast tuning adjustments no matter where you’re playing. It’s built to last, too, with die-cast pulleys and system components that provide a dependable platform for the stainless steel aircraft cable to make precise adjustments and meet the tonal needs of the genre or song at hand. A 90% free-floating design also means that the naturally resonating tone of your shell has plenty of room to sing!

WTS: a pure approach to drum making

Since 2015, founder/CEO Samuel Welch and his devoted drum team at Welch Tuning Systems have spent countless hours re-engineering the standard approach to drum tuning and manufacturing — and the payoff is stunning! WTS drums boast a handful of creative patents and a unique wire-tension tuning mechanism that provide up to a 90% reduction in shell-mounted hardware, reducing weight and simultaneously opening up your shells for a purer, clearer, and more natural tone. With several high-grade shell series available and numerous collaborations under their collective belt, it’s more than safe to say that Welch Tuning Systems is on the rise and more committed than ever to integrating their unique tuning technologies into the creative realms of drummers everywhere!

Welch Tuning Systems Epiphany Series Snare Drum Features:

  • 7-ply maple shell construction is warm, dimensional, and extremely versatile across several different tensions
  • 45° bearing edges promote even drumhead-to-shell energy transfer
  • Internal satin sealer refines and polishes off sound while simultaneously extending the life of the shell’s tone
  • Die-cast hoops supply great intonation, durability, and are perfect for cutting rimshots and cross-sticking
  • Adjustable butt plate prioritizes fast mid-performance changes, even with the snare wires engaged
  • Proprietary wire-tension tuning system features a single point mechanism for fast tuning to meet any musical application
  • Die-cast pulleys and system components are durable, and house a super strong stainless steel aircraft cable for dependable adjustments
  • 90% free-floating hardware design promotes the natural resonance of your shell
  • Attainably priced for the working drummer!

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