Detail 01
100% poplar shell
Tames unwanted overtones for a more focused snare sound.
Product detailSKU #1500000379556
MapexSEMP3350DK Poplar Piccolo Snare Drum - 13 x 3.5 in. Gloss Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built as a compact second snare, this 13 x 3.5-inch Mapex piccolo gives a focused, cutting voice alongside a full-size drum. The poplar shell controls excess overtones while keeping the attack direct. SONIClear bearing edges open up tuning choices: lower settings bring out fuller backbeats and ghost notes, while higher tuning delivers a tighter crack with clear articulation. Die-cast hoops and the 12-point strainer add precise snare-response control for stage or studio setups.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding a focused, high-impact piccolo voice beside a full-size snare drum.
- Changing between lower, fuller backbeats and tightly tuned articulated snare sounds.
- Live or studio drum setups needing controlled overtones and adjustable snare response.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a full-size primary snare rather than a 13 x 3.5-inch piccolo drum.
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
Mapex SONIClear bearing edges
Supports a broad tuning range, from fuller low tuning to a tighter, more articulate response.
Detail 03
12-point chrome-plated steel strainer
Provides detailed adjustment of the snare response.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Its 13 x 3.5-inch piccolo format is intended to complement a full-size snare.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can it be tuned for different snare roles?
Yes. The SONIClear bearing edges support low, fuller tuning as well as high, tight tuning with articulate ghost notes.
02What controls the snare response?
A chrome-plated steel strainer with 12 adjustment points provides precise response adjustment.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 13 x 3.5 in. Gloss Black
- Shell Material
- Poplar
2 detailsOther
- Drum Type
- Piccolo snare
- Bearing Edges
- Mapex SONIClear
