Detail 01
13 inch length
This is the wire span for a 14-inch snare drum. Measure your drum, not your old wires, if unsure.
Product detailSKU #1274115064883
Sound Percussion Labs16-Strand Snare Wires 13 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement 16-strand snare wires for a 14-inch snare. Buy them when your current set is bent, rusted, or missing strands.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Reviving a snare that has gone dead or rattly
- Practice-room and school kits that need cheap upkeep
- Keeping a spare set in the stick bag
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Snares other than 14 inch — the length will not sit right
- Players chasing a specific studio snare voice from wires alone
- Anyone wanting fewer strands for a drier, tighter response
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
16 strands
The common count. More strands than a 12- or 10-strand set, so a fuller, buzzier response across the head.
Detail 03
Snare wires as a wear part
Strands bend and break individually. A few dead strands kill sensitivity long before the set looks broken.
Detail 04
Budget price point
Cheap enough to replace on a schedule rather than nurse along. Expect basic end plates and hardware.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your snare is 14 inch — 13-inch wires will not fit a 13-inch drum
- 02Check whether your strainer uses cord or straps; you may need to supply them
- 03You will need to retension both sides evenly or the wires will choke
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size drum do 13 inch snare wires fit?
A 14-inch snare. The wire bed sits inside the shell, so the wire span is shorter than the drum diameter.
02Do these come with cord or straps?
Plan on reusing your existing cord or straps, or buying them separately. Check what your strainer currently uses before you start the swap.
03How do I know when to replace snare wires?
Broken or bent strands, uneven buzz, rust, or a snare that sounds choked no matter how you adjust the throw-off tension.
04Will 16 strands sound different from what I have?
If you are coming from a 16-strand set, expect similar response. Coming from 10 or 12 strands, this will sound fuller and buzzier.
