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Pearl Modern Utility Snare Drum - 5 x 13-inch - Satin Black

13" Maple Snare Drum with 1.6mm Triple-flanged Hoops - Satin Black
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Straightforward, Affordable Snare for the Modern Player

If you're a modern drummer out there working the circuit, gig after gig, you need reliable, high-performance gear that won't let you down — and doesn't break the bank, either. For snares that fit the bill, many Sweetwater drummers are turning to the Pearl Modern Utility line of snare drums. They all feature 6-ply all-maple Superior Shell Technology (SST) shells, strong 1.6mm triple-flanged hoops, tough CL Bridge Lugs, and snappy SR700 strainers. Pearl Modern Utility Snares deliver a fusion of sonic flexibility and solid reliability for the modern working beat keeper.

Pearl Modern Utility Snare Drum Features:

  • Size: 5" x 13"
  • Finish: Satin Black
  • 6-ply, 5mm all-maple shell provides musical flexibility in a no-frills, reliable package
  • CL Bridge lugs exhibit an uncomplicated, functional design
  • 1.6mm triple-flanged hoops stand up to the rigors of the road
  • Smooth and snappy SR700 strainer cuts through the mix for great snare sound
  • Priced for the working drummer

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Snare
  • Drum Depth: 5"
  • Drum Diameter: 13"
  • Shell Material: Maple
  • Shell Construction: 6-ply
  • Hoops: 1.6mm Triple-flanged
  • Lugs: 8 x CL Bridge Lugs
  • Color: Black
  • Finish: Thin Matte Lacquer
  • Heads: Pearl by Remo USA
  • Manufacturer Part Number: MUS1350M227

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Rated 4/5

Pearls reputation and quality

I've only gigged with this snare 3 times. I love the sound when tuned high, however all 3 times the snare has loosened up after playing for several hours. I've never had this happen before.
Music background: Professional
Rated 2.5/5

Loose Lugs

After playing for about 1 hr the lugs loosen and detunes..Not impressed at all. I've been playing Pearl brand drums for 30+ years and never had this issue.
Music background: Playing Professional
Rated 1/5

Weak, Cheap, Thin

Most Pearl snare drums are terrific. I couldn't get this one to sound good with new heads, new wires, nothing worked. I returned it.
Rated 1/5

Cheap flimsy garbage

I have owned several amazing pearl snare drums in my life. However, this one is definitely not one of them. It is lightweight and has obnoxious overtones that just won't go away even after changing heads and changing snare wires. The stock snare wires are about as useful and flimsy as a plastic straw. I was severely disappointed with this thing, and thanks to the awesome folks at Sweetwater. I was able to exchange it for an amazing Ludwig snare drum.
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