Detail 01
1.2mm hammered copper shell
The shell construction is the basis for the drum’s warm tone, powerful attack, and dry overtones.
Product detailSKU #1500000016721
LudwigCopper Phonic Hammered Snare Drum 14 x 5 in. Copper Finish with Tube Lugs
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ludwig’s 14 x 5 Copper Phonic Hammered is a USA-made copper snare built around a 1.2mm hammered shell, tube lugs, and 2.3mm hoops. Its copper shell is described as warm, with a strong attack and dry overtones, giving the drum a defined response rather than a wash of lingering ring. The hammered, polished exterior gives this shallow 14-inch model a distinct finished look.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking a 14 x 5 copper snare with warm tone, strong attack, and dry overtones.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking specifically for the 14 x 6-1/2 Copper Phonic size.
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
Tube lugs and 2.3mm hoops
This configuration matches the tube-lug version named here.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the 14 x 5 size is the depth you want; a 14 x 6-1/2 version is also available.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is this Copper Phonic?
It measures 14 inches across by 5 inches deep.
02What kind of sound is described for it?
It is described as warm, with powerful attack and dry overtones.
03Does this version use tube lugs?
Yes. The product is identified as the copper-finish model with tube lugs.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
- Country of Origin
- United States
