Detail 01
10-ply North American maple shell
Forms the shell behind the described warm, punchy response.

Independent shopping perspective
DW’s 14 x 5.5-inch Performance Series snare pairs a 10-ply North American maple shell with a 45-degree bearing edge, MAG throw-off, and TruePitch tuning rods. The result is described as warm and punchy, with enough projection for the stage and clear response for lower-volume ghost notes. Its hardware is focused on precise tuning and controlling the drum’s pitch and timbre, so it suits players who want to shape a specific snare voice.


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Detail 01
Forms the shell behind the described warm, punchy response.
Detail 02
Works with the MAG throw-off to give control over pitch and timbre.
Detail 03
Supports precise tuning adjustments.
Product questions
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It measures 14 x 5.5 inches.
The snare is described as keeping ghost notes clear at lower volumes.
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