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Pearl Session Snare Drum - 6.5 x 14 inch - Piano Black

6.5" x 14" Snare Drum with 6-ply, 7.5mm Birch/Kapur Shell, SuperHoop IIs, and Chrome Hardware - Piano Black
Pearl Session Snare Drum - 6.5 x 14 inch - Piano Black
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Hybrid Shell Is Warm and Balanced

The Pearl Session Studio Classic snare drum sports a tonally inspired 6-ply birch/kapur wood shell. Its warm, balanced attack is perfect for both stage and studio. Chrome SuperHoop II rims and Masters Bridge lugs complement the Session Studio Classic's deep finish. The SR-017 throw off's vertical-pull action provides great head contact for a sensitive snare response at all dynamics. Count on the Pearl Session Studio Classic snare drum for a great-sounding snare performance at every gig.

Inspired tonewoods

Kapur is a relatively new wood to the world of drum making. It's twice as dense as mahogany and produces a tone that is warm, dry, soft, and mild. Add this to the classic sound of birch, and you have a solid-sounding snare that's quite capable of studio work and stage performances. Take it from Sweetwater drummers: the Session Studio Classic's hybrid shell produces a balanced sound your microphones will love.

Pearl Session Studio Classic Snare Drum Features:

  • Size: 6.5" x 14"
  • Made using Session Formula birch/kapur 6-ply shells
  • Full body, crisp bite
  • Engraved 2.3mm SuperHoop II rims open up the tonal characteristics of the shell
  • SR-017 throw off with vertical pull action provides great head-to-snare contact
  • Handsome CL65 Masters Bridge lugs

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Session Snare
  • Drum Depth: 6.5"
  • Drum Diameter: 14"
  • Shell Material: Birch/Kapur Hybrid
  • Shell Construction: 6-ply, 7.5mm
  • Hoops: 2.3mm Triple-flanged
  • Lugs: 10 x Bridge Lugs
  • Color: Piano Black
  • Finish: Chrome-plated Hardware
  • Heads: Remo USA
  • Additional Features: SR-017 Throw-off
  • Manufacturer Part Number: SSC1465S/C103

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Reviews

Rated 5/5
Session studio classic snare
I love the snare drum. The sound, once tuned, s warm and bright, with a crisp bite. I have the session studio classic drum kit, so the tone of the snare blends perfectly with the rest of the kit. It wax the perfect choice for a match.
Music background: Drummer
Rated 5/5
a great snare drum and very versatile
It is a great snare with a full-bodied and very good sound
Rated 5/5
Great drum and great service from Sweetwater.
This is the first 6.5 snare I've owned. Have always had 5.5 depth snare drums. I love the new drum. I am able to use it for concert, rock, jazz, and top 40 gigs, and it sounds great with all these different styles. Have always respected the quality of Pearl drums, and this drum doesn't disappoint, especially for the price. And, Sweetwater was great. I received the drum only two days after ordering it. They sent me e-mails telling me when it was shipped and when I should expect delivery. I also received a call from Sweetwater shortly after receiving the drum to make sure everything was good and to see if I had any questions.
Great drum and great service. I plan on buying all of my future drum equipment from Sweetwater.
Music background: Lifelong working musician
Rated 5/5
Nice Snare Drum Pearl Session
Nice Snare Drum Just What I Needed For Country Music Called Brad he helped me we talked An went with Pearl Session it was the right one worked great Thank You
Music background: Retired Country Band
Rated 5/5
The Best Snare To Have!
This snare drum blew me away! This drum sounds amazing! I tuned it up and played and it sounds amazing! I love this snare!! This is the drum to have!