Detail 01
14 x 6.5 inches
A full-depth snare size described as providing projection and articulation.
Product detailSKU #1500000206997
Gretsch DrumsBlack Nickel Over Steel Snare Drum
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
At 14 by 6.5 inches, this black-nickel-over-steel snare is built around a 1.2 mm steel shell for a focused, projecting voice with articulation. Its medium-thin shell and 45-degree bearing edges are described as delivering balanced attack, body, and overtones. An adjustable throw-off lets you disengage the snares quickly, so changing from a snare response to a tom-like batter-head sound is a straightforward on-kit move.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage or recording setups that need a projecting snare with clear articulation.
- Quickly changing between engaged snares and a tom-like batter-head sound.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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1.2 mm steel shell
Forms the drum's black-nickel-over-steel construction.
Detail 03
Adjustable throw-off
Lets you engage or disengage the snares with a lever.
Detail 04
20-strand snare wires
The drum is fitted with 20-strand wires.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is the snare?
It measures 14 by 6.5 inches.
02Can the snares be turned off quickly?
Yes. Its adjustable throw-off disengages the snares with a lever.
03What heads are fitted?
It includes Remo heads.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- Snare size: 14x6.5" Total pieces: 1 Extras Case or Bag: Not Applicable Stand: Not Applicable Shells Shell material: Steel Shell construction: Rolled Shell thickness (mm): 1.2 Bearing edge: Not specified Reinforcement ring: No Hardware Hardware material: Steel Hoop type: Die-cast Lugs: Proprietary Throw-off: Patented Internal muffler: No Snares: Steel Carbon Other Heads: Branded Finish type: Polished Country of origin: United States
1 detailsBody & build
- Country of Origin
- United States
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51500000206997
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