Detail 01
Maple batter-side and ash resonant-side reinforcement
The batter edge is voiced for focus and attack, while the resonant edge is designed to let the shell respond more freely.

Independent shopping perspective
Built around a 1.4-inch, steam-bent solid ash shell, this 14 x 6-inch Noble & Cooley snare combines a resonant low end with clear note definition. Its unequal reinforcement rings shape the response: maple on the batter side brings a more immediate attack, while ash at the resonant edge supports sensitivity from the snare wires. Restored brass hardware, 20-strand wires and black nickel hoops complete a hand-numbered limited-edition drum with controlled dynamics across varied tunings.

Strong match
What matters in use
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 01
The batter edge is voiced for focus and attack, while the resonant edge is designed to let the shell respond more freely.
Detail 02
Provides the snare-wire configuration for the drum's sensitive resonant-side response.
Detail 03
Part of the drum's black nickel hardware package and tuning setup.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It uses a 1.4-inch solid ash shell formed by steam bending.
It has 10 restored vintage brass lugs and 20-strand CamAction snare wires.
Yes. The run is limited to 24 hand-numbered drums.
Reference
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