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Brian's signature snare drum features a 8-ply Bubinga shell with an outer ply of Quilted Bubinga and a Chrome inlay. The snare's unique bearing edge allows for the most energy transfer between the head and shell. This gives the drum added clarity and a full, resonant tone. The combination of deeper snare beds and TAMA's 42-strand carbon steel snappy snares offers greatly increased sensitivity and better snare response through various tensions.
Starclassic Bubinga shells are made slightly thicker than those in the Starclassic Maple series to provide a more aggressive attack, a fuller deep and dark tone, and more powerful resonance. African bubinga wood is approximately 53% harder than maple and birch. Acoustically speaking, bubinga provides very sharp and aggressive attack combined with unbelievably rich and fat lows. These drums are crafted with 9 plies of bubinga, and include Super Sensitive Snappy Wire snares that have been improved from their previous incarnation. The snare head can be removed without completely removing the snares with the MLS50B Detachable Butt Plate, and the Linear Drive Strainer has done away with the contact sound initiated by turning on the snares. Also included Hold Tight Washers that will not come loose from vibration.
The signature snare drum of Charlie Benante, drummer for thrash metal band Anthrax, utilizes a 1.2mm thick stainless steel shell with a slightly deeper than normal 6.5" depth. This snare drum produces the heavy volume and rich sound needed to match Benante's powerful drumming style. Black nickel parts also add to the mystique of this drum by giving it a fierce look.
John's JB1365 exhibits standout resonance and much more volume than you might expect from a 13" snare drum. The 6.5" deep, 1.2mm steel shell features a unique flanged edge and three air vent holes with removable plugs that allow wide variations in feel and sound. The visually striking Black Nickel plated steel and hardware is complemented by John's "JB" badge.
The pairing of a 42-strand snappy snare with a deep 7" brass shell gives John's model an intense and powerful sound that has a very deep range of tone. With black nickel shell hardware complementing the brushed black nickel finish, the JT147 looks just as good as it sounds.
Tama 5" x 14" Kenny Aronoff Signature Snare Drum Three beautifully engraved drums, all with brass shells and Brass Mighty Hoops, but each with a different mission in sound. The latest addition to the KA signatures, the deep-shelled KA1465, lets you fully enjoy the trademark bright and somewhat round tone sound of brass. The KA145 is a great all-around snare with a lot of crack and impressive attack (as befits the man who inspired it), warmth and wide tuning range. The KA154 Trackmaster Super Piccolo's 15" diameter has a really unique sound that you just can't get with the standard 14" size.
The KA145 is a great all-around snare with a lot of crack and impressive attack (as befits the man who inspired it), warmth and wide tuning range. The KA154 Trackmaster Super Piccolo's 15" diameter has a really unique sound that you just can't get with the standard 14" size.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The Super Aluminum snare drum has a unusually thick 1.6mm shell and a wide 15mm flanged interior edge. Sound Arc Hoops take the already vintage sound of the drum and add crispness and sustain to the sound, as well as power - a trait not usually associated with aluminum drums. It sounds great when used with Latin or Jazz styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.Brass snare drums typically produce a fat, warm tone, and the thicker 1.5mm shell on the S.L.P. Black Brass drum is no exception. These traits are magnified with the addition of triple-flanged hoops, while vast 42-strand Snappy Snares create that distinctive buzz. Loud and aggressive, this drum is best suited for heavily amplified music like metal or punk.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The 10mm bubinga shell on this drum is 12 plies thick, giving you a punchy, dry sound with a heavy, low fundamental tone. Low-mass lugs and 2.3mm triple flanged hoops let the shell ring as much as possible, while the outer quilted bubinga outer ply and brushed nickel-colored hardware give a great, earthy look to the instrument. Perfect for alternative, R & B, and similar styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.This snare drum has an extra-thick 13-ply, 10mm maple shell, brass tube lugs, and die-cast hoops, giving it a piercing high end and more power than you would expect from a typical maple snare. The Tamo Ash outer ply gives the drum an exotic, eye-catching grain. Great for ska, reggae, and similar styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The 9-ply maple shell of this drum is combined with Sound Arc Hoops and 42-strand Snappy Snares that add cutting power to this already warm drum. It looks great too, with a maple burl outer ply finished in a glossy Midnight Black, complemented by the Black Nickel hardware. It sounds great for 80's rock and similar styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The 8-ply maple shell of this drum is combined with Sound Arc Hoops and Hi-Carbon Snappy Snares for a very open, resonant sound. This drum sounds great for classic rock, pop, and other similar styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The Sonic Steel snare drum has a 1.2mm thick shell, high-tension lugs, triple-flanged hoops, and a 20-strand Hi-Carbon Snappy Snare. When tuned high, the resulting sound is sharp, crisp, and very open. Great for gospel, funk, R & B, and other similar styles.
Tama dived into the intricacies and workings of snare drum design, and surfaced with the S.L.P. line of instruments - the Sound Lab Project series. Each drum features a unique combination of shell material, hoops, lugs, snares, and depth to provide the best sound for a particular genre.The 1.2mm steel shell is complimented with brass tube lugs and Sound Arc hoops that add to sustain and allow for great sounds regardless of whether or not you tune low or high. With the Hi-Carbon Snappy Snare, the resulting sound is dry and rich, like steel snare drums of the 70's. Perfect for funk, motown, and similar genres.
The music of Metallica and Lars Ulrich demand a snare drum that can power through even the heaviest of metal. The LU1465 is a diamond-plated monster made of a 3mm slab of steel, and die-cast zinc hoops provide even more attack and low-end. Rock on.
Mike and TAMA worked together to create a three-way snare strainer that makes adjusting tension as easy as switching between two snare drums. The MP125 'Melody Master' snare drum has a 1mm hammered steel shell, offering a brighter, more resonant sound than its larger wooden cousin, the MP1455.
Mike and TAMA worked together to create a cool three-way snare strainer that makes adjusting tension as easy as switching between two snare drums. The "Melody Master", named after Mike's daughter, is made from eight plies of Maple finished in a black semi-gloss. This drum has the capability of producing powerful, aggressive music, while retaining the warmness of maple.
The Starclassic Maple snare drums combine power with maple's intense and warm tone. Zinc die-cast hoops provide superior high-end crack and response. These drums are crafted with 9 plies of maple, and include Super Sensitive Snappy Wire snares that have been improved from their previous incarnation. The snare head can be removed without completely removing the snares with the MLS50B Detachable Butt Plate, and the Linear Drive Strainer has done away with the contact sound initiated by turning on the snares. Also included Hold Tight Washers that will not come loose from vibration.
Metalworks snare drums are made with slightly thicker, 1.2mm steel shells combined with triple-flanged hoops. A flat, brushed black nickel finish and chrome hardware create a unique, industrial look. The 5.5" x 10" drum is designed to be a popcorn snare, used in combination with a larger snare drum; with this in mind, Tama has included an MC69 single tom attachment. The small dimensions of the drum give it a very high, poppy sound, expanding the range of colors you can produce from the throne.
Metalworks snare drums are made with slightly thicker, 1.2mm steel shells combined with triple-flanged hoops. A flat, brushed black nickel finish and chrome hardware create a unique, industrial look. The 5.5" x 12" snare is shallower and thinner than a standard snare drum, raising the pitch and increasing articulation. Think of this as a popcorn snare with a fuller tone.
Metalworks snare drums are made with slightly thicker, 1.2mm steel shells combined with triple-flanged hoops. A flat, brushed black nickel finish and chrome hardware create a unique, industrial look. The 5.5" x 14" snare is shallower than a standard snare drum, raising the pitch and increasing articulation. Drums of this size also tend to be less aggressive overall.
Metalworks snare drums are made with slightly thicker, 1.2mm steel shells combined with triple-flanged hoops. A flat, brushed black nickel finish and chrome hardware create a unique, industrial look. The 6.5" x 14" snare is of the standard size - full power and mid-range tunings allow this drum to be punchy and meaty.
TAMA Starphonic Drums have several advanced components designed by TAMA to create a superb product. These advancements include:
Featuring a 1.2mm thick seamless Aluminum shell, this drum creates a crisp, open sound with bright complex overtones.
