Korena
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DWClear Snare Side Bottom Head 14 in.

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DW Clear Snare Side Bottom Head 14 in.

Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

A 14-inch clear resonant head for the bottom of a snare drum. Replacement part for when the snare response goes dull or the head tears.

DW Clear Snare Side Bottom Head 14 in. product detail
Product studyDW Clear Snare Side Bottom Head 14 in.

Strong match

Who this is for

  • Restoring snare wire response on a tired drum
  • Replacing a bottom head split near the snare beds
  • Routine maintenance alongside a new batter head

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Anyone needing a batter head to hit on top
  • Snares that are not 14 inches across
  • Toms, kick drums, or any other shell size

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 01

Snare side head

Goes on the bottom, under the wires. It is far thinner than a batter head and will tear if you strike it.

Detail 02

14 in.

Measured across the shell, not the rim. It fits 14-inch snares only, which covers most standard kits.

Detail 03

Clear film

Open and bright compared to a coated head, letting the snare wires speak with more crack and sensitivity.

Detail 04

Resonant, not batter

It controls snare wire sensitivity and buzz far more than the drum's overall pitch or attack.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Measure your snare shell diameter first, rim size is not the same thing
  2. 02No snare wires, tension rods, or drum key included
  3. 03Tune the bottom head tighter than the batter for a crisp response

Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Can I put this on top of my snare?

No. Snare side heads are thin resonant heads. Hitting one with a stick will puncture it quickly.

02How do I know if I need 14 inches?

Measure straight across the drum shell itself, not including the rim or hoop. Most standard snares are 14 inches.

03How tight should I tune it?

Tighter than the batter head. A tighter snare side head gives more crack and cleaner wire response.

04Does this come with snare wires?

No. This is the head only. Wires, tension rods, and a drum key are separate.

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