Detail 01
3/4-pound solid brass
The brass construction adds mass to address lower-mid ringing.
Product detailSKU #1500000455690
Snareweight LLCSnare Drum Dampener With Leather
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Designed for a snare with a metal triple-flange hoop, this dampener combines a 3/4-pound solid-brass body, leather insert, and neodymium magnet. Move it around the hoop while playing to find the amount of damping that suits the drum and the part. Its added mass is intended to smooth lower-mid ringing while retaining the shell’s tone. The stated 2–3 dB of compression also makes it relevant when dialing in recording levels and a more focused mix presence.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adjusting snare damping around the hoop while finding a response that suits the part.
- Recording a snare with approximately 2–3 dB of compression and focused mix presence.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drums without metal triple-flange hoops.
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
Leather insert and neodymium magnet
These are part of the dampener’s construction and hoop-mounted design.
Detail 03
About 2–3 dB compression
It can help target optimized recording levels and a focused presence in a mix.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This model is designed for metal triple-flange hoops.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I change the damping amount?
Slide the dampener around the hoop as you play to locate the damping position you want.
02What hoops is it made for?
It is designed for metal triple-flange hoops.
