Detail 01
Snare side, not batter side
It has the snare bed cutouts so the snare wires pass under the drum. It cannot be used on the top head.
Product detailSKU #1273887992933
GibraltarSnare Side Wood Drum Hoop 14 in. 8-Lug
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch wooden snare-side hoop drilled for 8 lugs. A repair or tone-change part for a snare drum, not a complete drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a cracked or warped resonant hoop on a 14-inch snare
- Swapping metal hoops for wood to soften rimshots and stick attack
- Restoring a vintage or wood-hoop snare to matching hardware
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone with a 10-lug snare — the hole spacing will not line up
- Drummers wanting a hoop for the batter side
- Players who want maximum rimshot crack and volume
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
8-lug drilling
Hole count and spacing must match your drum exactly. An 8-lug hoop will not mount on a 10-lug snare.
Detail 03
Wood rather than die-cast or triple-flange
Wood flexes more and damps the shell edge, giving a warmer, slightly darker tone and softer rimshots.
Detail 04
14 inch
Sized to shell diameter, the most common snare size. Measure your shell, not your old hoop's outer edge.
Detail 05
Around $95 for one hoop
That is one hoop, not a pair. A full set of both hoops costs roughly double.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Count your lugs before ordering — 8 versus 10 is the most common ordering mistake
- 02No tension rods, washers or head included; reuse yours or buy separately
- 03Wood hoops need even tuning; uneven tension can warp or crack them over time
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this one hoop or a pair?
One hoop, for the snare side only.
02Will this fit a 10-lug snare?
No. The holes are drilled for 8 lugs and will not align with 10-lug hardware.
03What does a wood hoop change compared to metal?
Wood flexes more at the bearing edge, so the drum sounds warmer and slightly drier, with less ring and softer rimshots than a die-cast or triple-flange metal hoop.
04Can I put this on the top of my snare?
No. It is cut for the snare side, where the wires cross under the drum.
