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DW Performance Series Steel 5.5 x 14-inch Snare Drum - Polished

5.5" x 14" Steel Snare Drum with 1.0mm Rolled Shell and Triple-flange Hoops
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DW Performance Series Steel 5.5 x 14-inch Snare Drum - Polished
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Cuts Through Without Unwanted Overtones

Every drummer should have the bold sound of a steel snare drum in their collection, and the DW Performance Series Steel Snare drum is a great choice. Made from thin 1mm rolled steel, this snare has the "ping" of brass without excessive overtones. It's a sound that will cut through any mix, and thanks to the True-Pitch tuning rods, you'll be able to pitch this drum for a variety of styles. For a snare that cracks like thunder without becoming overbearing, you'll be impressed with this DW Performance Series Steel Snare drum.

Engineered for superior sound

DW's Performance Series drums deliver amazing control over your tuning and tone. True-Pitch tuning rods use a tighter threaded tension rod so you can more precisely intonate your kit. True-Pitch tuning rods have 20% more threads than common tuning rods, so the DW Performance Series drums can be tuned more precisely than most drums on the market. Discerning drummers at Sweetwater know that you can count on DW drums for a lifetime of great tone, and this Performance Series Steel Snare is no different.

DW Performance Series Steel Snare Drum Features at a Glance:
  • 5.5" x 14" steel snare drum
  • 1mm rolled steel shell creates a cutting "crack" with minimal overtones
  • True-Pitch tuning rods feature 20% more threads for precision tuning
Add a capable metal snare to your collection with the DW Performance Series Steel Snare.

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Standard Snare
  • Drum Depth: 5.5"
  • Drum Diameter: 14"
  • Shell Material: Rolled Steel
  • Shell Construction: 1mm
  • Hoops: Triple-flanged
  • Lugs: 10 x Turret Lugs
  • Color: Chrome
  • Finish: Polished
  • Heads: DW by Remo USA
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DPMS35514SCX712

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Reviews

DW Performance series snare - 5.5 x 14 inch - Polished
This snare has a strong punchy sound. It's build rock solid with DW quality. That said, I have only been playing
drums for a little over a month and I really like this snare. Watch a video of this drum being played and call one
of the sales engineers at Sweetwater to make sure this is the sound your looking for.
Music background: 61 year old - new to drumming.
See also: Snares, DW, DW Snare Drums