Stunning tone, top to bottom

Every base covered. For his debut signature series snare, Craig Blundell wanted the perfect combination of versatility and rock-solid tone. With that in mind, he chose a 6-ply walnut and maple hybrid construction - and for good reason. Walnut allows the drum to really 'pop' at higher tunings, which is complemented by the maple's classic warmth. This only becomes more pronounced as you tune the drum lower, for a beefy low-end that still retains the walnut's crisp crack - particularly on rimshots.

Hoop and glory.

Speaking of rimshots...The Blundell Signature features Mapex's ingenious Sonic Saver hoops. Originally created for Mapex's legendary Black Panther snare drums, Sonic Savers feature a unique shaping process which creates a larger surface area on the top of the hoop, bridging the gap between the triple-flanged and die-cast methods. This makes them ideal for raucous rimshots, while also being kinder to your sticks - and your hands!

Craig Blundell: Professional prog-head

Craig began drumming at the age of 3, and it shows. He's now at the forefront of a genre which relies on tip-top technique in every area. He's also often heard drumming on the BBC's adverts and jingles, but it's his session work in the prog world where Blundell has really made a name for himself. From King Crimson' David Cross to Steve Wilson to Genesis' own Steve Hackett, Craig's dazzling skill and powerful feel have placed him at the top of the list when it comes to drumming guns for hire.

Specifications

• Product Name: Mapex 'Machine' 14 x 5.5'' Craig Blundell Signature Snare
• Product Code: BPDLMW4550LNW
• Shell Dimensions: 14" x 5.5"
• Shell Construction: 6-ply
• Shell Material: Walnut/Maple Hybrid
• Hoops: Mapex Sonic-Saver
• Heads: Aquarian Hi-Energy Batter, Aquarian Classic Clear Reso
• Lugs: Black Nickel Offset Tube Lugs
• Snares: Puresound ‘Equaliser’ 16 strand snare wires

The Mapex MPX Steel Snare Drum is a balance between performance and value for money. With an attractive chrome finish and a steel design for maximum durability and support, the snare features a 10 x 5.5 inch Remo drumhead for a smooth and accurate response, ideal for a range of drumming styles and genres. A well balanced sound makes the Mapex MPX Snare a great drum for beginner and developing drummers and musicians.

• Black Beauty snare drum - the legend lives
• Size: 14" x 6.5"
• Black anodized seamless brass shells
• With Supra-Phonic P88AC snare throw-offs
• Imperial lugs

The Aviator has landed! British Drum Co’s first ever aluminium snare drum and it’s a stunner! Influenced by the graceful lines and gleaming metal profiles of the classic craft of aviation history, they’ve developed a snare drum to inspire your playing to stratospheric heights.

This stylish, elegant drum delivers a dry, controlled sound with a sensitive response over a wide dynamic range. Aviator inspires you to articulate your sticking from graceful ghost notes to a full-throated roaring backbeat. This drum offers you the full range of crisp, clean sounds to suit all types of playing.

Crafted from a seamless 1.2mm solid aluminium shell, Aviator looks stunning with its sophisticated anodised surface, beautifully complemented by BDC’s stylish Palladium hardware. The cool, understated aesthetic of Aviator is highlighted by the subtle inverted central bead, presenting a stunning shadow line around the shell. The cosmetic appeal of Aviator is delicately enhanced by an element of warmth courtesy of the Cherry veneer insert integrated within the iconic British Drum Co. badge.

Aviator is, in every sense, a classically beautiful snare drum.​

Features:

• Size: 14in x 6.5in
• Heads: Remo USA heads
• Hoops: 2.3 mm triple flange hoops
• Lugs: 1.2mm seamless aluminium shell Palladium lugs
• Badge: BDC Cherry logo badge
• Strainer: Palladium strainer
• Snare Wires: 20 strand Brass snare wires

The Ludwig 14'' x 6.5'' LA405K Acrophonic Snare Drum is a beautiful, limited edition snare drum from Ludwig, featuring a high-quality hammered aluminium shell that gives a universally useful tone. The Acrophonic is an incredibly sought after snare, grabbing all the attention with good reason. The Acrophonic is best described as a combination of Ludwig's Supraphonic snare series and the Acrolite snare series. The hammered aluminium shell provides a bright, resonant tone with a great balance of frequencies.

Similar to steel but with fewer overtones and much more body, the sound is incredibly universal and ideally suited to any style or genre thanks to the wide frequency range. The snare features Ludwig's classic Imperial lugs and 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops, keeping your snare in tune easily in the form of a classic design. Finished with a Keystone badge to compliment the shell colour, the Ludwig 14'' x 6.5'' Acrophonic Snare Drum combines two of Ludwig's most successful snares to provide incredible tonal quality.

Ludwig LM405C Acrolite 14" x 6.5" Snare Drum, Brushed Aluminium.

Back in 1963, Ludwig introduced the very first run of Acrolite Series snare drums. Originally aimed at beginners, professional drummers fell in love with the distinctive dry, sharp punch this snare produced. The 14" x 6.5" Ludwig LM405C Acrolite snare is a homage to the original and bears the same distinct sound as its ancestor. This version is made of seamless brushed aluminium for a mat finish.

• 13” x 7” 
• 45º bearing edges
• High gloss lacquer Fiddleback Sycamore outer veneer
• 10-ply Purpleheart shell
• 4 x vents
• Palladium lugs
• Purpleheart logo badge
• Palladium strainer
• Brass snare wires
• Triple flange steel hoops
• Remo USA head

The Mapex MPX 13" x 3.5" Steel Snare Drum is a versatile snare drum that is ideal for the beginner or developing drummer. It is also a great side snare for a prominent pop to add tonal variety. Producing a cutting tone, it can be heard through any mix and lends itself to a wide range of applications and setups - ranging from Ska and Reggae to Rock or Funk. Made from steel, it is highly durable. Remo UV heads provide a responsive tone straight out of the box and offer a confident starting point to explore tones. Finished in chrome, it looks clean and professional. A great drum for any beginner kit.

British Drum Co Raven 14″ x 6″ Snare Drum is the 2022 latest release from the UK’s premier drum builder. No expense has been spared on this new entry-level snare drum, which includes all of the trademark craftsmanship and many of the premium features found in its siblings. It’s constructed from 100% Scandinavian Birch and features Palladium hardware throughout. A sensational Black Ash outer veneer, 10-ply 6mm shell and 45-degree bearing edges give this pro-level drum a look and sound all of its own. Cutting high frequencies and balanced low and mid-tones make this Raven snare a welcome addition to any drum collection. Equally at home, on stage or in the studio, Raven’s tuning flexibility ensures a performance that can be matched to any musical situation. Raven is the first British Drum Co snare drum to be fitted with the new Overhead snare batter drumhead as standard.

The main features include:

• 10-ply shell crafted from Scandinavian Birch
• Triple flange hoops
• Palladium lugs
• Palladium snare strainer
• Laser-engraved vent badge is inspired by the walls of the Tower of London and perfect fit for the Raven snare
• Laser-engraved British Drum Co badge British Drum Co Raven name badge in silver proudly features the recognised Raven logo
• British Drum Co Overhead drumheads

Brand new Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Oak 14x5.5 Snare UZU, Ice Sunburst. Only out of the box on demo in the store for a few days and never hit! Comes with all original packaging and warranty

The culmination of decades of crafting experience - Yamaha have designed the premium Custom Hybrid Oak Series of snares to deliver to the highest standards.

Yamaha LHS1455 Snare Drum in Ice Sunburst

Handmade to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship, this 14" snare prides itself on its hybrid status - with the shell consisting of three plies of oak either side of a single layer of phenol to deliver a responsive attack with plenty of bite, without losing any of that precious low end.

With exceptional resonance and dynamic range perfectly complimented by the beautiful aesthetic design - this stage-ready snare is ready to go the distance, the perfect to any budding drummers kit.

Yamaha Live Custom Hybrid Oak 14x5.5 Snare UZU, Ice Sunburst Features:

Model: JLHS1455UIS

Finish: Ice Sunburst

Shell Material: 6-ply Oak with a Layer of Phenol in the middle

Shell Size: 14 x 5.5 inches

Hoops: 2.3mm Dyna Hoops

The Ludwig 14 x 5'' Raw Copperphonic Snare looks as good as it sounds. With a 1.2mm seamless copper shell, the drum produces a complex low end with loud, punchy mids. Slightly muted high-ends make it sit comfortably in a mix, with the loud and pronounced body speaking for itself. In a visually grabbing raw copper, the snare looks simply stunning. With over 100 years of experience in building copper timpani, you can be assured that this Ludwig Copperphonic has the highest build quality.

To match this, chrome hardware covers the shell. 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops with 10 lugs enable a wide range of tuning and let the shell sing when struck. Don't forget that classic badge, showing other drummers you know your drums! With Weather Master heads straight from the factory, you can get that classic Ludwig tone instantly.

A classic and well-known snare drum, the Ludwig Acrolite Snare Drum has been a bright and crispy aluminum-shelled favorite for years! Originally introduced in 1963 as a student drum, the Ludwig Acrolite quickly became the choice of pro players in need of dry, cracking snare tone.

The Ludwig LM404C10 Acrolite Classic 5" x 14" Snare Drum is a reissue of the famous 1963 student snare drum. Its seamless, beaded, brushed-aluminum shell produces penetrating, dry snare tone, and is augmented with 10 twin lugs, a P88 strainer, and blue/olive badge. Made in Monroe, NC. USA.

*Model shown in picture has only 8 lugs.

Features:

• Ludwig Acrolite Snare Drum
• 5" x 14" Shell Size
• 1.6mm Seamless Brushed Aluminum Shell
• 2.3mm Steel Triple Flanged Hoops
• Ludwig Weather Master Medium Coated Head
• Ludwig Weather Master Clear Snare Side Head
• P88 Throw Off

The USA-made chrome-plated, seamless, beaded aluminium shell produces a bright, crisp attack with the perfect balance of full resonant tone and snare crack. From Jazz to Metal, Ludwig's Supraphonic 400s provide the perfect sound in the studio or on the stage. With Imperial lugs and a Hammered shell, the Supraphonic will give you what you need when you need it.

Features

• 5" x 14" shell size
• 1.7mm Seamless Aluminum Shell
• 2.3mm Steel Triple Flanged Hoops
• P85AC Throw Off with a P35AC Butt Plate

Specifications

• Type: Snare
• Shell (Depth x Diameter): 5'' x 14''
• Shell Material: Aluminium
• Hoops: Triple-Flanged Hoops
• Lugs: Imperial Lugs
• Finish: Chrome Plated
• Product Code: LM400

Emphasizing optimal response, sensitivity, and dark warm tones, the Universal Metal Brass drum delivers a rich, dynamic range suitable for a multitude of tuning ranges and head combinations. The Universal Metal Brass drum is modeled after our famous Black Beauty and fitted with heavy-duty tube lugs, P88i throw-off, P35 butt plate, and 20 strand snare wires. Universal Metal drums by Ludwig are Quality and versatility to fit any budget!

Chrome-Plated Triple Flange Hoops have a balanced and controlled sound. Triple flange hoops offer a softer, more subtle rimshot and cross-stick sound.

SPECIFICATIONS

• 1mm all Brass shell- (black nickel-plated)
• Chrome Triple Flange hoops
• heavy-duty tube lugs
• P88i throw-off
• P35 butt plate
• 20 strand snare wires

Emphasizing optimal response, sensitivity, and dark warm tones, the Universal Metal Brass drum delivers a rich, dynamic range suitable for a multitude of tuning ranges and head combinations. The Universal Metal Brass drum is modeled after our famous Black Beauty and fitted with heavy-duty tube lugs, P88i throw-off, P35 butt plate, and 20 strand snare wires. Universal Metal drums by Ludwig are Quality and versatility to fit any budget!

Chrome-Plated Triple Flange Hoops have a balanced and controlled sound. Triple flange hoops offer a softer, more subtle rimshot and cross-stick sound.

SPECIFICATIONS

• 1mm all Brass shell- (black nickel-plated)
• Chrome Triple Flange hoops
• heavy-duty tube lugs
• P88i throw-off
• P35 butt plate
• 20 strand snare wires

The Yamaha Recording Custom snare is refined to the finest details to ensure the most crisp and articulate sound imaginable. There are a few reasons why this drum sounds exceptional. High-tension, one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain, with crisp and articulate tone. 6mm 6-ply shells with 30 degree bearing edges synergise to create maximum shell tone, focus and vintage punchiness, while removing unpleasant overtones, and keeping the good ones. Completely smooth and fluid to operate. The Q-Type strainer is incredibly robust and stable, keeping its position firmly.

Features:

• 30-degree bearing edges for maximum head to shell contact
• 6mm 6-ply birch shells provide balanced tone that’s perfect for recording
• Triple-flanged hoops allow shell to resonate more freely
• High-tension one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain
• Q Type strainer is robust and smooth to operate
• Solid Black  finish is glossy, vintage and looks stunning

Spec:

• Diameter: 14”
• Depth: 5.5″
• Hoop: Triple-flanged
• Lugs: 10
• Shell Material: Birch
• Shell Thickness: 6-ply 6mm
• Top Head: Remo US Coated Ambassador
• Bottom Head: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Strainers: Q Type, DC3 Type
• Snare Wire: 25 strand high carbon steel
• Bearing Edge: 30-degree

The Yamaha Recording Custom snare is refined to the finest details to ensure the most crisp and articulate sound imaginable. There are a few reasons why this drum sounds exceptional. High-tension, one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain, with crisp and articulate tone. 6mm 6-ply shells with 30 degree bearing edges synergise to create maximum shell tone, focus and vintage punchiness, while removing unpleasant overtones, and keeping the good ones. Completely smooth and fluid to operate. The Q-Type strainer is incredibly robust and stable, keeping its position firmly.

Features:

• 30-degree bearing edges for maximum head to shell contact
• 6mm 6-ply birch shells provide balanced tone that’s perfect for recording
• Triple-flanged hoops allow shell to resonate more freely
• High-tension one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain
• Q Type strainer is robust and smooth to operate
• Solid Black  finish is glossy, vintage and looks stunning

Spec:

• Diameter: 14”
• Depth: 5.5″
• Hoop: Triple-flanged
• Lugs: 10
• Shell Material: Birch
• Shell Thickness: 6-ply 6mm
• Top Head: Remo US Coated Ambassador
• Bottom Head: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Strainers: Q Type, DC3 Type
• Snare Wire: 25 strand high carbon steel
• Bearing Edge: 30-degree

The Yamaha Recording Custom snare is refined to the finest details to ensure the most crisp and articulate sound imaginable. There are a few reasons why this drum sounds exceptional. High-tension, one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain, with crisp and articulate tone. 6mm 6-ply shells with 30 degree bearing edges synergise to create maximum shell tone, focus and vintage punchiness, while removing unpleasant overtones, and keeping the good ones. Completely smooth and fluid to operate. The Q-Type strainer is incredibly robust and stable, keeping its position firmly.

Features:

• 30-degree bearing edges for maximum head to shell contact
• 6mm 6-ply birch shells provide balanced tone that’s perfect for recording
• Triple-flanged hoops allow shell to resonate more freely
• High-tension one-piece lugs ensure optimum sustain
• Q Type strainer is robust and smooth to operate
• Solid Black  finish is glossy, vintage and looks stunning

Spec:

• Diameter: 14”
• Depth: 5.5″
• Hoop: Triple-flanged
• Lugs: 10
• Shell Material: Birch
• Shell Thickness: 6-ply 6mm
• Top Head: Remo US Coated Ambassador
• Bottom Head: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Strainers: Q Type, DC3 Type
• Snare Wire: 25 strand high carbon steel
• Bearing Edge: 30-degree

Focused tone, yet open enough to have great character. The Yamaha Tour Custom snare features 6-ply, 5.6mm all-maple shells with a 45-degree bearing edge. This adds tonal depth and a sensitive, quick response. To give you more control, the Tour Custom features a 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop. This controls the overtones from the maple shell, providing more focus on the fundamental tone. With ten Absolute Lugs the snare remains in tune while adding a touch of class to the drums appearance.

Features:

• 6 ply 5.6mm all-maple shells for full-bodied tone and presence
• 45 degree bearing edges provide sensitive response
• 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop controls overtones
• P Style strainer is easy to grip and provides smooth operation, with secure locking

Spec:

• Dimensions: 14” x 5.5”
• Shell Material: 6-ply 5.6mm maple
• Bearing Edge: 45 degree / R1.5
• Hoop: Inverse Dyna Hoop (10 hole)
• Lug: Absolute Lug
• Snare Bed: 2.7mm
• Strainers: P Type
• Heads:
  • Batter: Remo US Ambassador Coated
  • Resonant: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Snare Wire: 20 strand high carbon steel

Focused tone, yet open enough to have great character. The Yamaha Tour Custom snare features 6-ply, 5.6mm all-maple shells with a 45-degree bearing edge. This adds tonal depth and a sensitive, quick response. To give you more control, the Tour Custom features a 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop. This controls the overtones from the maple shell, providing more focus on the fundamental tone. With ten Absolute Lugs the snare remains in tune while adding a touch of class to the drums appearance.

Features:

• 6 ply 5.6mm all-maple shells for full-bodied tone and presence
• 45 degree bearing edges provide sensitive response
• 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop controls overtones
• P Style strainer is easy to grip and provides smooth operation, with secure locking

Spec:

• Dimensions: 14” x 5.5”
• Shell Material: 6-ply 5.6mm maple
• Bearing Edge: 45 degree / R1.5
• Hoop: Inverse Dyna Hoop (10 hole)
• Lug: Absolute Lug
• Snare Bed: 2.7mm
• Strainers: P Type
• Heads:
  • Batter: Remo US Ambassador Coated
  • Resonant: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Snare Wire: 20 strand high carbon steel

Focused tone, yet open enough to have great character. The Yamaha Tour Custom snare features 6-ply, 5.6mm all-maple shells with a 45-degree bearing edge. This adds tonal depth and a sensitive, quick response. To give you more control, the Tour Custom features a 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop. This controls the overtones from the maple shell, providing more focus on the fundamental tone. With ten Absolute Lugs the snare remains in tune while adding a touch of class to the drums appearance.

Features:

• 6 ply 5.6mm all-maple shells for full-bodied tone and presence
• 45 degree bearing edges provide sensitive response
• 2.3mm Inverse Dyna Hoop controls overtones
• P Style strainer is easy to grip and provides smooth operation, with secure locking

Spec:

• Dimensions: 14” x 5.5”
• Shell Material: 6-ply 5.6mm maple
• Bearing Edge: 45 degree / R1.5
• Hoop: Inverse Dyna Hoop (10 hole)
• Lug: Absolute Lug
• Snare Bed: 2.7mm
• Strainers: P Type
• Heads:
  • Batter: Remo US Ambassador Coated
  • Resonant: Remo US Snare Ambassador
• Snare Wire: 20 strand high carbon steel