Detail 01
3 mm seamless cast-aluminum shell with 5 mm reinforcement rings
This construction is responsible for the drum’s dry, focused, cutting character.
Product detailSKU #1500000436197
PearlUltracast 5/3/5mm Cast Aluminum Snare Drum 14 x 5 in. Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Pearl’s 14 x 5 in. Ultracast centers on a seamless 3 mm cast-aluminum shell with 5 mm reinforcement rings. That shell design is paired with SuperHoop II triple-flanged hoops, tube lugs, a Glide-Lock strainer, and 20-strand Ultra-Sound wires. In use, it is voiced for a dry, crisp attack with focused projection and clear articulation—useful when the snare needs to cut through a mix without losing response under the hands.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drum parts that need focused projection and crisp articulation through a mix.
- Players who want push-button snare-strainer adjustment during setup or playing.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a snare in a size other than 14 x 5 in.
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
Glide-Lock strainer
Its push-button mechanism allows quick, secure adjustment.
Detail 03
20-strand Ultra-Sound snare wires
They contribute crisp articulation and rebound.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is the Ultracast?
It measures 14 x 5 inches.
02How many snare strands does it use?
It has 20-strand Ultra-Sound snare wires.
03What kind of hoops are fitted?
It uses SuperHoop II triple-flanged hoops.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
