{"title":"Shop all Canopus","description":"\u003cp\u003eCanopus is one of Japan's most revered drum manufacturers, celebrated worldwide for their obsessive attention to detail, innovative engineering and exceptional sonic quality. While Canopus are perhaps best known for their premium drum kits and snare drums, their \u003ca href=\"\/products\/canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-chrome-plated-cpss-bb14np\"\u003eBack Beat snare wires\u003c\/a\u003e bring that same philosophy to one of the most overlooked components of a great snare drum sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-chrome-plated-cpss-bb14np\"\u003echrome plated\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-dry-cpss-bb14dr\"\u003edry finish\u003c\/a\u003e variants, the Canopus Back Beat wires are a 20-strand 14\" wire designed to maximise sensitivity and response. The dry finish reduces unwanted overtones for a tighter, more controlled snare sound, while the chrome plated version delivers a brighter, more open character. Both are a significant upgrade over stock snare wires and are popular among discerning drummers who want to get the most from their snare drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to transform your snare sound without changing the drum itself, quality snare wires are one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make. Not sure which is right for your setup? Visit us in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-showroom\"\u003eHorncastle showroom\u003c\/a\u003e or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-chrome-plated-cpss-bb14np","title":"Canopus Back Beat 14\" Snare Wires 20 Strand Chrome Plated - CPSS-BB14NP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCanopus Back Beat 14\" Snare Wires - 20 Strand Chrome Plated (CPSS-BB14NP)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCanopus Back Beat Snare Wires\u003c\/strong\u003e are engineered for drummers who need to cut through - loud, aggressive backbeats with a bold attack, without sacrificing the sensitivity needed for delicate phrasing. A rare combination, and one that Canopus has achieved through precise engineering of spiral wire coils and 1mm end-plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're playing in a loud band, recording with a metal-shell snare, or simply want more projection and presence from your snare drum, the Back Beat series is one of the most effective upgrades you can make.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 strand configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e - balanced response across the full snare head for even articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChrome plated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e - brighter, more cutting tone than standard chrome counterparts - particularly effective on metal-shell snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiral wires with abundant coils\u003c\/strong\u003e - engineered for swift response even during delicate, nuanced playing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1mm end-plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - precise contact with the snare head for consistent response and tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold attack and loud projection\u003c\/strong\u003e - designed to deliver a solid backbeat that cuts through dense mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetained sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e - aggressive volume without losing response on ghost notes and light touches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14in size\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits standard 14in snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel: CPSS-BB14NP\u003c\/strong\u003e - chrome plated Back Beat series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes the Back Beat Series Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost snare wires force a compromise - you can have sensitivity or volume, but rarely both. The Canopus Back Beat series addresses this directly. The spiral wire design with an abundance of coils gives the wires enough mass and tension to project loudly on powerful backbeats, while the coil density maintains the swift rebound needed for ghost notes and subtle nuances. The 1mm end-plates ensure consistent, even contact across the snare head, eliminating dead spots and uneven response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChrome Plated vs Standard Chrome\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chrome Plated (NP) series produces a noticeably brighter, more cutting tone than standard chrome snare wires. This makes them particularly well-suited to metal-shell snare drums, where the added brightness complements the shell's natural resonance and helps the snare cut through in a live or recorded mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRock, pop, and funk drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e - built for loud, powerful backbeats that need to project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal-shell snare drum owners\u003c\/strong\u003e - the chrome plated finish enhances the natural brightness of metal shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e - bold attack and great projection make these wires easy to place in a mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrummers who play loud but need sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e - ghost notes and delicate phrasing are not sacrificed for volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable at Into Music Store with UK next day delivery available. If you'd like to discuss which Canopus snare wires are right for your drum and playing style, visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire or get in touch with our team online.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43766504259783,"sku":"516155217999","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0510\/2292\/1927\/files\/WINWINWIN_14.png?v=1780599949"},{"product_id":"canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-dry-cpss-bb14dr","title":"Canopus Back Beat 14\" Snare Wires 20 Strand Dry - CPSS-BB14DR","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCanopus Back Beat 14\" Snare Wires - 20 Strand Dry (CPSS-BB14DR)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCanopus Back Beat Dry Snare Wires\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver the same powerful, projection-focused engineering as the Back Beat series - but with a darker, drier tone character that makes them the natural choice for wood-shell snare drums. Loud, aggressive backbeats with sharp ghost note response, all wrapped in a warm, focused sound that sits beautifully in a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt on the same spiral wire and 1mm end-plate platform as the rest of the Back Beat range, the Dry series is where Canopus's engineering precision meets a more classic, woody snare character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 strand configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e - balanced response across the full snare head for even articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry series finish\u003c\/strong\u003e - darker, warmer tone than the chrome plated counterpart - ideal for wood-shell snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiral wires with abundant coils\u003c\/strong\u003e - swift response for ghost notes and delicate phrasing alongside powerful backbeats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1mm end-plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - precise, consistent contact with the snare head for even response and no dead spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud attack with sharp ghost note response\u003c\/strong\u003e - volume and sensitivity in a single wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14in size\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits standard 14in snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel: CPSS-BB14DR\u003c\/strong\u003e - Dry finish Back Beat series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes the Dry Series Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dry series produces a noticeably darker, more focused tone than the chrome plated Back Beat wires. Where the Chrome Plated (CPSS-BB14NP) adds brightness and cut - particularly effective on metal shells - the Dry series complements the natural warmth and resonance of wood-shell snare drums. The result is a fat, controlled backbeat with a classic, woody character and sharp articulation on lighter playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDry vs Chrome Plated - Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-dry-cpss-bb14dr\"\u003eDry (this model, CPSS-BB14DR)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - darker, warmer tone - best suited to wood-shell snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/canopus-back-beat-14-snare-wires-20-strand-chrome-plated-cpss-bb14np\"\u003eChrome Plated (CPSS-BB14NP)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - brighter, more cutting tone - particularly effective on metal-shell snare drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood-shell snare drum owners\u003c\/strong\u003e - the Dry finish enhances and complements the natural warmth of wooden shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRock, jazz, and blues drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e - the darker tone sits naturally in genre contexts where a classic, woody snare sound is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e - a focused, controlled snare sound that's easy to place in a mix without excessive brightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrummers who play loud but need sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e - ghost notes and subtle nuances are not sacrificed for backbeat volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable at Into Music Store with UK next day delivery available. Not sure whether the Dry or Chrome Plated series is right for your drum? Visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire and our team will help you find the right Canopus wires for your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43766505668807,"sku":"516155217999p","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0510\/2292\/1927\/files\/WINWINWIN_11.png?v=1780599782"},{"product_id":"ajax-phosphor-bronze-snare-wires","title":"AJAX Phosphor Bronze Snare Wires 14x20","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing the new Ajax wires, the epitome of vintage snare wire craftsmanship. Crafted from 100% soft copper, these wires offer unparalleled sensitivity and a crisp, articulate sound. Designed to capture the essence of classic snare drum tones, Ajax wires deliver a timeless quality that is unmatched in the market. Their superior construction ensures optimal response and resonance, making them the go-to choice for drummers seeking authentic vintage sound. Experience the pinnacle of snare wire performance with Ajax - the best sounding vintage snare wires on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44462419378375,"sku":"516155217999p5","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0510\/2292\/1927\/files\/WINWINWIN_12.png?v=1780599849"}],"url":"https:\/\/intomusicstore.com\/collections\/shop-all-canopus.oembed","provider":"Into Music Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}