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Steel wire
Brighter and harder than brass. More sizzle, more attack, and a longer buzz tail after each hit.
Product detailSKU #1275425410956
PuresoundCustom Pro Series Steel Snare Wires 20 strand 13 in.
Sale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
20-strand steel snare wires for a 13 in. snare drum. The standard-response replacement set for players who want crisp articulation.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restoring crack and definition to a dull 13 in. snare
- Rock, pop and funk where the backbeat needs to cut
- Swapping out bent or broken wires on a working kit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a dark, dry vintage snare sound
- 14 in. snares — the length will not seat in the beds
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.
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20 strands
A middle count. Enough response for ghost notes without the choked feel of high-strand sets.
Detail 03
13 in. length
Matched to a 13 in. drum's snare beds. Wrong length sits crooked and gives uneven response across the head.
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Custom Pro Series build
Strands are soldered individually to the end plates, so one broken strand does not take the rest with it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your drum first. These are 13 in. only, not 14 in.
- 02Snare cord or straps may not be included — check before you start.
- 03Retune the bottom head and reset snare tension after the swap.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Steel or brass — which should I get?
Steel for brightness, crack and cut. Brass for a darker, drier, softer response. Both are 20-strand, 13 in. sets otherwise identical.
02Will these fit a 14 inch snare drum?
No. These are 13 in. wires. On a 14 in. drum they would not span the snare beds properly and response would suffer.
03Why does my snare sound dead?
Often worn or bent wires, or wires that no longer sit flat across the head. A fresh set plus correct tension usually restores the response.
04Do these work on a piccolo snare?
Yes, if the piccolo is 13 in. in diameter. Piccolo refers to shell depth, not diameter, so match the diameter.
