
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Yamaha’s black 9400 SFZ is the 14 x 12 in. standard marching-snare version, built around a maple shell. It delivers the tone and dynamic response identified for the series, alongside presence and projection for marching ensemble work. The hardware is designed to be lightweight and durable, with low-mass lugs and anodized treatment that extends to the upper and lower hoops. Its development included field evaluations with DCI and WGI performing groups and artists, with director and player requirements considered.

Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching ensemble performances requiring strong tone, dynamic response, presence, and projection from a 14 x 12 snare.
- Directors and players evaluating a field-tested standard-depth SFZ marching snare design.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What are the drum’s dimensions?
It has a 14-inch diameter and a 12-inch shell depth.
02Are the hoops part of the anodized hardware?
Yes. The top and bottom hoops are included in the anodized hardware.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsBody & build
- Shell Material
- Maple
- Material
- Anodized
- Color
- Black
- Construction
- Info not available
8 detailsOther
- Snare
- 14x12 inch
- Bearing Edge
- Info not available
- Total Pieces
- 1
- Hoops
- Info not available
- Lugs
- Low-mass
- Thickness Mm
- Info not available
- Mounts
- Traditional
- Heads
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