Detail 01
Single-ply steam-bent solid North American maple shell
Forms the drum’s solid-shell construction and is paired with a warm, rounded response.
Product detailSKU #1500000480237
SlingerlandGene Krupa Solid Maple Radio King Snare Drum - 14 x 6.5 in. White Marine Pearl Finish Ply
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Gene Krupa Radio King is a 14-by-6.5-inch limited-edition snare built around a single-ply, steam-bent solid North American maple shell. Its rounded 30-degree bearing edges, nickel-over-brass Stick Chopper hoops, eight Streamline lugs, and vintage 3-point strainer follow the drum’s period-inspired direction. The shell is described as full and rounded, with warm low-end presence, smooth sustain, controlled overtones, and clear stick definition across a wide tuning range. Each individually numbered drum comes in White Marine Pearl with a custom Radio King-branded snare case and commemorative accessories.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz and swing phrasing that calls for expressive dynamics and articulate stick definition.
- Collectors seeking one of 200 individually numbered Gene Krupa Radio King snare drums.
- Drummers wanting vintage-inspired hardware alongside a 20-strand snare setup and calfskin batter head.
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
30-degree rounded bearing edges
Increase shell-to-head contact to help manage overtones while retaining sensitivity.
Detail 03
8 Streamline lugs
The eight-lug layout is designed for even tension distribution.
Detail 04
Vintage 3-point strainer
Provides adjustment for the snare wires in a period-correct format.
Detail 05
Custom Radio King-branded snare case
A dedicated branded case is included.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Only 200 individually numbered drums were produced.
- 02The drum measures 14 inches in diameter by 6.5 inches deep.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the Radio King shell made from?
It has a single-ply, steam-bent solid North American maple shell.
02What comes with the snare?
It includes a custom Radio King-branded snare case, a Gene Krupa postcard, and a certificate signed by Don Lombardi.
03What head and snare wires are fitted?
The drum has a premium calfskin batter head and 20-strand snare wires.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
6 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
- Shell Material
- Steam-bent solid North American maple
- Body Finish
- White Marine Pearl
- Construction
- Single-ply solid shell
- Finish
- White Marine Pearl
- Hardware Finish
- Nickel plated
2 detailsSize & weight
- Depth
- 6.5 inch
- Diameter
- 14 inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Custom Radio King-branded snare case
13 detailsOther
- Artist Signature
- Gene Krupa
- Hoops
- Nickel-over-brass Stick Chopper
- Lugs
- Streamline
- Snare Wires
- 20-strand
- Batter Head
- Premium calfskin
- Accessories
- Certificate signed by Don Lombardi, Gene Krupa postcard
- Throw Off
- Vintage 3-point strainer
- Bearing Edge
- 30-degree rounded
- Badge
- Engraved Radio King
- Product Type
- Snare drum
- Series
- Radio King
- Number of Lugs
- 8
- Model
- SLFP6514SMK016-LTD
