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Steel wires
Steel is bright and articulate. It gives a crisper, more cutting snare buzz than softer alloys.
Product detailSKU #1275425410957
PuresoundCustom Pro Series Steel Snare Wires 24 Strands 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Standard-length steel snare wires for a 14-inch snare. A direct replacement set at a mid-tier price for a drum that has lost its crispness.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing worn or bent wires on a 14-inch snare drum
- Drummers wanting bright, cutting snare response
- Kits where the snare sounds dull or choked
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 13-inch, 12-inch, or piccolo snares of other diameters
- Drummers wanting a warmer, drier snare voice
- Anyone expecting new heads or a full snare overhaul
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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24 strands
More strands than a standard 20-strand set. Fuller, more sensitive response, slightly more sustain in the buzz.
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14 in. length
Sized for a 14-inch snare drum. Length must match the drum diameter or the wires will not seat correctly.
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Custom Pro Series
Puresound's mid-range line. A step up from stock wires that ship on most factory snare drums.
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Snare wires only
This is the wire unit itself, not a complete strainer or throw-off assembly.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your snare's diameter first — 14-inch wires will not fit a 13-inch drum
- 02Snare cord or straps are what attach these; check what your strainer uses
- 03Tension both ends evenly or you get buzz and uneven response
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my 14x5.5 snare?
Yes. The 5.5 is depth, which does not affect wire fit. What matters is the 14-inch diameter, which these are cut for.
02What is the difference between 20 and 24 strands?
24 strands cover more of the head, giving a fuller, more sensitive response and a bit more buzz. 20 strands are drier and more focused.
03Do these come with snare cord?
Check the package before you order cord separately. Have cord or straps on hand for the swap either way, since old cord is often the reason wires get replaced.
04How do I know when my old wires need replacing?
Bent or broken strands, a rattly uneven buzz, or a snare that sounds choked no matter how you tension it. Any of those means new wires.
