Detail 01
3-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell
Designed for warmth, rounded musicality, and a full-bodied voice.
Product detailSKU #1500000460615
SlingerlandRadio King Artist Snare Drum - 14 x 6.5 in. Black Diamond Pearl
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A handcrafted U.S.A.-made Radio King Artist snare with period-correct Slingerland styling, a three-ply shell, and a warm, controlled response.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers seeking traditional Radio King-inspired design
- Players who want a warm, full-bodied and focused snare response
- Studio and live players wanting a controlled, musical note
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking for a snare outside the 14 x 6.5 in. format
- Players who do not want vintage-inspired hardware and styling
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.
Detail 02
100% maple re-rings
Reinforce the shell and contribute to a focused, stable response.
Detail 03
30-degree bearing edge
Supports a softer, more controlled response with focused notes and manageable sustain.
Detail 04
Retooled Zoomatic throw-off
Provides smooth, dependable snare adjustment in a lever-and-knob format.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This listing is the 14 x 6.5 in. Black Diamond Pearl version.
- 02The shell is mahogany/poplar/mahogany with 100% maple re-rings.
- 03It uses a 30-degree bearing edge, Stick Saver hoops, Streamline lugs, and a Zoomatic throw-off.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is this snare drum?
It is 14 x 6.5 in.
02What is the shell construction?
It has a three-ply mahogany/poplar/mahogany shell with 100% maple re-rings.
03What finish does this model have?
Black Diamond Pearl.
04Where is it made?
It is handcrafted in Oxnard, California, United States.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Country of Origin
- United States
6 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Product Type
- Snare drum
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51500000460615
- Prop65
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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