Detail 01
Brass shell
Denser and heavier than steel or aluminum. Louder, fuller and more ringy, with a low fundamental under the crack.
Product detailSKU #1319117309877
DWCollector's Series Snare Drum Black Nickel Over Brass With Chrome Hardware - 14x6.5"
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14x6.5" brass-shell snare made in the US. For drummers who want a loud, thick backbeat and are buying one snare to keep.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and live playing where the snare has to cut through loud guitars
- Studio work needing a fat backbeat with long decay
- A main snare for a player upgrading from a stock steel drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting a dry, tight, high-pitched crack
- Lightweight gigging setups — brass adds real weight to the case
- Players who need a cheap knockaround drum for rehearsal rooms
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
6.5" depth
Deeper than a standard 5". More body and low end, slightly slower response than a shallow drum.
Detail 03
14" diameter
The standard size, so any snare stand, standard head and case will fit without hunting for odd sizes.
Detail 04
Black nickel plating
A plated finish over the brass. It looks dark rather than gold, and shows wear at stick and hardware contact points over years.
Detail 05
Chrome hardware
Bright hardware against the dark shell. Chrome wipes clean but shows fingerprints more than black hardware.
Detail 06
Made in the United States
Built on DW's Collector's line, which is where their tighter shell and bearing edge tolerances live.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No snare stand included — you need one to play it
- 02Brass rings hard out of the box; plan on moongel or a muffling ring
- 03Heavier than a wood or steel drum, which matters for hardware and hauling
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How does brass compare to a wood snare?
Brass is louder with more sustain and a sharper attack. Wood is warmer and dies off faster. Brass wins for cutting through a loud band.
02Is 6.5" too deep for general use?
No. It is the most common alternative to 5" and works across rock, pop and studio playing. It just gives more body and low end.
03Will it ring too much?
Brass shells ring by nature. Tuning the bottom head, a muffling ring or a small gel pad tames it without killing the tone.
04Does it include a stand or case?
No. A snare stand is required and sold separately, as is any case or bag.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 14x6.5"
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Color Finish
- Black
