Detail 01
14x7 depth
Two inches deeper than a standard 14x5.5. Lower fundamental, more body and volume, slightly slower stick response.
Product detailSKU #1316478168972
DWCollector's Series Satin Oil Snare Drum Natural with Chrome Hardware 14x7
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A US-built 14x7 Collector's Series snare in a satin oil finish. For a player who wants a deep, loud main snare and will keep it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock, worship and live gigs where the snare has to cut
- A main snare for a player upgrading from an entry level kit
- Studio work where a deep, full backbeat is wanted
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a tight, crisp piccolo crack
- Anyone on a first kit budget; this is a serious spend
- Players who want a sealed finish they can wipe clean without care
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
14 inch diameter
Standard size, so any 14 inch batter and snare side head fits, and it drops into any normal snare stand or basket.
Detail 03
Satin oil finish
A thin finish rubbed into the wood rather than a thick lacquer or wrap. Shows grain, and shows scuffs and fingerprints too.
Detail 04
Natural colour
Neutral against any kit finish. Nothing to match, so it works as an add-on snare to a kit you already own.
Detail 05
Chrome hardware
Bright, standard look. Wipe it after gigs; chrome pits over time in humid rooms and around sweat.
Detail 06
Built in the United States
DW's domestic Collector's line, which is where the price sits versus their imported ranges.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A snare stand, sticks and a case are separate purchases
- 02Budget an hour of tuning; a 7 inch shell needs more care than a shallow one
- 03Satin oil marks. Keep it out of direct sun and wipe it dry
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 14x7 too deep for general use?
It is deeper than the usual 14x5.5. You get more volume and low end, and a little less snap. Most players adapt within a session.
02Does it come with a stand?
Plan on buying a snare stand separately. Any standard stand that takes a 14 inch drum will hold it.
03How do I care for the satin oil finish?
Wipe it with a dry or barely damp cloth. Skip household cleaners and polishes, which can lift or blotch an oiled surface.
04Can I use it as a second snare?
Yes. The natural finish stays neutral next to any kit, and the deeper tone contrasts well with a shallower main snare.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
- Country of Origin
- United States
