Detail 01
Snare side
Much thinner than a batter head so the snare wires respond. Struck with a stick, it will tear immediately.
Product detailSKU #1318267438622
DWClear Snare Side Bottom Head 10 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10-inch clear snare-side head — the thin bottom head that sits over the wires. Replacement part for a 10-inch snare.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restoring snare response on a 10-inch piccolo or auxiliary snare
- Replacing a bottom head torn near the snare bed
- Keeping a spare on hand; snare-side heads tear easily
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Use as a batter head — it's far too thin to strike
- Snares of other diameters, including standard 13 and 14 inch
- Drummers wanting a thicker head for a drier, fatter 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.
Detail 02
Clear film
Bare film keeps the wire response crisp and sensitive. Snare-side heads aren't coated for that reason.
Detail 03
10 in.
Matches a 10-inch shell, typically a piccolo, popcorn or side snare rather than a main snare.
Detail 04
Bottom head only
Doesn't change your main stick sound much. It controls sensitivity, buzz and how tight the snare response feels.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Snare wires must be loosened and removed before you can get the head on
- 02Batter head not included; this is the bottom only
- 03Tune it higher than the batter — that's what gives crisp wire response
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as a top head?
No. Snare-side heads are very thin and will split under sticks. Use a proper batter head on top.
02Will it fit a 14-inch snare?
No. This is cut for a 10-inch drum. Measure your shell diameter and match it exactly.
03Why does my snare sound choked?
Often an over-tightened bottom head or wires cranked too tight. Tune the snare-side head evenly and back the wires off slightly.
04Do I need to remove the snare wires?
Yes. Release the throw-off and detach the wires to clear the head, then reseat and retension them once the new head is tuned.
