Detail 01
Throw-off
The lever that drops the snare wires off the bottom head and re-engages them at the same tension.
Product detailSKU #1273887993219
GibraltarDeluxe Class Modern Snare Throw-Off
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement snare throw-off. Swaps out a broken or slipping strainer so the snare wires engage and release cleanly.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a strainer that slips off mid-song
- Restoring an older snare with worn hardware
- Keeping a spare in a repair kit for a working kit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers whose current throw-off works fine
- Anyone expecting a tone change; this is a mechanism
- Drums whose lug spacing does not match the mounting holes
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
Modern style
Side-lever design rather than a vintage pull-down. Throw is a quick flick, easy to hit mid-tune.
Detail 03
Deluxe Class
Gibraltar's upper hardware line, so the tension screw and lever action are built above their base parts.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your existing mounting hole spacing before ordering; strainers are not universal.
- 02Butt plate and snare wires are not included.
- 03You will need to detune and remove the snare-side head to install.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my snare drum?
It depends on mounting hole spacing and shell clearance. Measure the holes your current throw-off uses first.
02Does it include the butt plate?
No. This is the throw-off side only. The opposite anchor is separate.
03Do I get snare wires with it?
No. Reuse your existing wires or buy them separately.
04How hard is the install?
Detune the snare-side head, remove it, unbolt the old throw-off, bolt in the new one, retune. Basic tools only.
