Detail 01
Thin beaded aluminum shell
Produces a resonant tone with overtones, a rounder attack, and drier resonance.

Independent shopping perspective
DW’s 14 x 5.5-inch Design Series snare centers on a thin, beaded aluminum shell with a matte finish. That shell is described as resonant and overtone-rich, while keeping the attack round and the resonance drier. Rolled bearing edges, snare beds, chrome hardware, Design Series lugs, triple-flange hoops, and DW’s MAG throw-off complete the drum. It is a versatile aluminum snare built around a clear combination of resonance, controlled decay, and practical DW hardware.


Strong match
What matters in use
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
Produces a resonant tone with overtones, a rounder attack, and drier resonance.
Detail 02
Serves as the drum’s snare throw-off.
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It has a MAG throw-off, Design Series snare lugs, triple-flange hoops, and chrome hardware.
It measures 14 x 5.5 inches.