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Sonor Snare Drums - German Engineering, Exceptional Precision

Sonor are one of the world's most respected drum manufacturers, and their snare drum range reflects over 150 years of German engineering excellence. From the acclaimed Kompressor series through to the bespoke SQ2 custom shop and the celebrated Benny Greb and Gavin Harrison signature models, Sonor snare drums are built to the highest possible standard with exceptional attention to detail, hardware quality, and tonal precision. Into Music Store is an authorised Sonor dealer in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, stocking the full Sonor snare drum range with expert advice and UK next day delivery available.

Sonor Snare Drums - The Range

  • Sonor AQ2 - A professional-grade maple shell at a mid-range price. Available in 13" and 14" sizes in steel, maple, and stain finishes
  • Sonor SQ1 - A premium maple shell with Sonor's renowned hardware quality. Available in 14"x5" and 14"x6.5" in GT Black and Cruiser Blue
  • Sonor Prolite - A lightweight professional maple shell in distinctive finishes including Snow Tiger, Chocolate Burl, and Fiery Red, plus a steel option with die-cast hoops
  • Sonor Vintage - A warm, vintage-inspired maple snare in California Blue
  • Sonor Kompressor - One of the most acclaimed snare drum ranges in the industry. Available in brass, aluminium, steel, and beech shells across 13" and 14" sizes and multiple depths including the deep 14"x8" aluminium
  • Sonor Artist Series - Premium maple and bronze snare drums in distinctive exotic wood finishes including Scandinavian Birch and Cottonwood
  • Sonor SQ2 - Sonor's bespoke custom shop. Available in maple and birch shells with exotic veneers including African Marble, Bubinga, Birds Eye Maple, and American Walnut Black Burst
  • Signature Models - Including the Benny Greb Signature (Beech V2.0 and 1.2mm Brass), Gavin Harrison Signature, and Jost Nickel Signature Beech

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Sonor have been building exceptional drums in Germany since 1875, and their snare drum range is one of the most carefully engineered in the industry. The AQ2 and SQ1 are the accessible starting points, with the SQ1 offering a meaningful step up in shell quality and hardware specification. The Prolite is a lightweight professional maple shell in distinctive finishes, while the Vintage delivers a warm, open, vintage-inspired maple tone.

The Sonor Kompressor is one of the most acclaimed snare drum ranges in the industry - available in Brass, Aluminium, Steel, and Beech shells across 13" and 14" sizes and multiple depths, including the impressive 14"x8" Aluminium. The Artist Series offers premium maple and bronze shells in exotic wood finishes. At the pinnacle, the SQ2 custom shop delivers bespoke snare drums in maple and birch with exotic veneers including Bubinga, Birds Eye Maple, and American Walnut Black Burst.

Signature models include the Benny Greb Signature Beech V2.0 and 1.2mm Brass, the Gavin Harrison Signature and Protean, and the Jost Nickel Signature Beech. If you're looking for a drum shop UK or drum store near me stocking the full Sonor snare drum range, Into Music Store is an authorised Sonor dealer in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. UK next day delivery is available on all Sonor snare drums.

Frequently Asked Questions

Into Music Store is an authorised Sonor dealer stocking the full Sonor snare drum range - including AQ2, SQ1, Prolite, Vintage, Kompressor, Artist Series, SQ2, and signature models from Benny Greb, Gavin Harrison, and Jost Nickel - with UK next day delivery available.
The Sonor Kompressor is one of the most acclaimed snare drum ranges in the industry - available in brass, aluminium, steel, and beech shells across 13" and 14" sizes and multiple depths. The Kompressor is renowned for its exceptional build quality, precise tuning, and distinctive tonal character in each shell material.
Into Music Store stocks Sonor signature snare drums from Benny Greb (Beech V2.0 and 1.2mm Brass, both 13"x5.75"), Gavin Harrison (14"x5.25" Signature and 12"x5" Protean), and Jost Nickel (Beech 14"x6.25").
The Sonor SQ2 is Sonor's bespoke custom shop snare drum - available in maple and birch shells with exotic veneers including African Marble, Bubinga, Birds Eye Maple, and American Walnut Black Burst. Each SQ2 is individually crafted to the highest standard and represents the absolute pinnacle of Sonor's snare drum production.
The SQ1 is a premium production maple snare with Sonor's renowned hardware quality, available in standard finishes. The SQ2 is Sonor's bespoke custom shop - individually crafted in your choice of shell material and exotic veneer finish, representing a significant step up in exclusivity, craftsmanship, and tonal character.
Yes - Into Music Store is a specialist drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire where you're welcome to come in and try Sonor snare drums in person. Our team of experienced drummers are on hand to help you compare models and find the right snare for your playing style and budget. UK next day delivery is also available.