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20 strands
Standard count. More strands mean more sensitivity and a fatter buzz; 20 is the common middle ground.
Product detailSKU #1273887992914
Gibraltar20-Strand Stainless Snare Strainer 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement snare wire set for a 14-inch snare drum. Twenty strands of stainless steel — a straight swap when your existing wires are bent, broken, or rattling.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Reviving a snare that buzzes unevenly or has snapped strands
- Keeping a spare set in the gig bag
- Cheap first upgrade on a starter snare drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Snares other than 14 inch — length will not sit right
- Players wanting a specific sound; this is a standard replacement
- Anyone unwilling to detension and re-seat the strainer
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.
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Stainless steel
Holds tension and resists corrosion from stick dust and sweat better than plain carbon wire.
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14 in.
Sized for the drum diameter, not the wire length itself. Only fits a 14-inch snare.
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Sold as strainer wires
This is the wire unit that mounts under the drum, not the throw-off lever or butt plate.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cords or straps to mount the wires may not be included — check first
- 02You need a drum key and a flat surface to re-seat them
- 03Snare-side head must be off or fully detensioned to swap
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 13-inch snare?
No. This set is cut for a 14-inch snare. On a 13-inch drum the wires overhang the bearing edge and will not seat flat.
02Does it come with the cords?
Confirm before ordering. Snare wire sets ship with or without cords or straps depending on the pack. If yours arrives bare, cord is inexpensive.
03How do I know when my old wires need replacing?
Broken or bent individual strands, uneven buzz across the head, or wires that will not tension evenly side to side.
04Will 20 strands change my snare's sound?
If you are coming from a 16-strand set, expect more sensitivity and a wider buzz. Swapping like for like mostly restores what you had.
