Detail 01
Snare side
Goes on the bottom of the snare, under the wires. It is not made to be struck with sticks.
Product detailSKU #1274034479785
EvansSnare Side 500 Drum Head 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch snare-side resonant head at entry-level pricing. For anyone replacing a dented or dead bottom head on a standard 14 in. snare.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a torn snare-side head on a 14 in. drum
- Drummers who need a straightforward resonant head without paying more
- Keeping a spare in the stick bag for gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs a batter head — this is the bottom head only
- Snares that are not 14 in. across the shell
- Players chasing an unusually dry or muted snare response
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 in.
Matches the shell diameter, not the rim. Measure across the bare shell before ordering.
Detail 03
500 gauge
A thin film. Thin snare-side heads let the wires respond quickly and keep ghost notes audible.
Detail 04
Single head, not a pack
You get one head. A full snare change also needs a batter head bought separately.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Snare wires and batter head are not included
- 02You need a drum key to seat and tune it evenly
- 03Snare-side heads dent easily — handle by the hoop, not the film
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as a batter head?
No. Snare-side film is very thin and is meant to sit under the wires. Sticks will puncture it quickly.
02How do I know if I need 14 in.?
Measure straight across the top of the bare shell with the old head off. Most standard snares are 14 in.
03Does this come with snare wires?
No. It is the head only. Wires, the strainer cord and the batter head are separate.
04How tight should a snare-side head be?
Tighter than the batter, generally. A tight resonant head sharpens the wire response and shortens the ring.
