The Yamaha Stage Custom 14 x 5.5'' Steel Shell Snare Drum is a versatile snare with a powerful and punchy tone. Featuring a steel shell with a chrome finish and chrome-plated hardware, the snares 1.0mm steel shell offers a bright, metallic tone that can be tuned to produce a popping crack. The chrome hardware includes 1.5mm triple-flanged steel hoops with one-piece Yamaha lugs, offering consistent and reliable tuning throughout your time playing.

The snare features a Remo Coated Ambassador batter head, with a Remo Clear Ambassador Weight snare head to accompany the 20 strand hi-carbon steel snare wire - a very versatile combination. Combining a classic Yamaha sound with a modern-day design and features, the Yamaha JSSS1455 Stage Custom Snare is the perfect drum for any beginner or developing drummer looking to complete their setup with a great snare.

• Wood drum
• Shell Diameter: 14" (35,56 cm)
• Shell Depth: 6" (15,24 cm)
• Shell Material: Maple/Wenge/Maple Hybrid
• Shell surface: Varnished / lacquered
• Rims: 3,0 mm Die-Cast Aluminium
• Lug: Hook Lugs
• Tuning screws: 10
• Shell hardware: Chrome
• Colour / Finish: Classic Walnut
• Shell thickness: 6,2 mm
• Shell base colour: Brown
• Resonant Drum Heads: Remo Ambassador Hazy
• Head skin: Remo Ambassador Coated
• Including: Tuning key
• Product code: AMS1460-WLN

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

 The Yamaha 13×6.5in in Recording Custom Brass Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another steel drum. The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid.

Features:

• 1.2mm Brass Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer

The new Yamaha 14x5.5 Recording Custom Steel Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another steel drum. The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid.

Features:

• 1.2mm Stainless Steel Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer

 The Yamaha Recording Custom Brass Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another steel drum. The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid.

Features:

• 1.2mm Brass Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer

Developed in collaboration with drumming legend Steve Gadd, the Yamaha 14″ x 6.5″ Recording Custom Aluminum Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another aluminum drum. When you open the box, the drum inside will be equipped with 20-strand snappy snare wires, which is fairly typical. However, you’ll also find a special 10-strand set of wires in the box made to Steve’s preference – it’s really a 14-strand set with four inner wires cut out for a crisper sound! The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid. Aluminum gives you a tastefully bright tone that doesn’t ring quite as much as other metals, so you don’t have to dampen to get the right sound.

Features:

• 1.2mm Aluminum Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Includes Special 10-Strand Snare Wires (Extra)
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer
• Bright, Articulate Tone
• Requires Little Dampening

The new Yamaha 14x7in Recording Custom Steel Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another steel drum. The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid.

Features:

• 1.2mm Stainless Steel Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer

Developed in collaboration with drumming legend Steve Gadd, the Yamaha 14″ x 5.5″ Recording Custom Aluminum Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another aluminum drum. When you open the box, the drum inside will be equipped with 20-strand snappy snare wires, which is fairly typical. However, you’ll also find a special 10-strand set of wires in the box made to Steve’s preference – it’s really a 14-strand set with four inner wires cut out for a crisper sound! The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid. Aluminum gives you a tastefully bright tone that doesn’t ring quite as much as other metals, so you don’t have to dampen to get the right sound.

Features:

• 1.2mm Aluminum Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Includes Special 10-Strand Snare Wires (Extra)
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer
• Bright, Articulate Tone
• Requires Little Dampening

The Yamaha Stage Custom 14 x 5.5'' Steel Shell Snare Drum is a versatile snare with a powerful and punchy tone. Featuring a steel shell with a chrome finish and chrome-plated hardware, the snares 1.0mm steel shell offers a bright, metallic tone that can be tuned to produce a popping crack. The chrome hardware includes 1.5mm triple-flanged steel hoops with one-piece Yamaha lugs, offering consistent and reliable tuning throughout your time playing.

The snare features a Remo Coated Ambassador batter head, with a Remo Clear Ambassador Weight snare head to accompany the 20 strand hi-carbon steel snare wire - a very versatile combination. Combining a classic Yamaha sound with a modern-day design and features, the Yamaha JSSS1455 Stage Custom Snare is the perfect drum for any beginner or developing drummer looking to complete their setup with a great snare.

The Yamaha 13×6.5in in Recording Custom Brass Snare Drum includes a handful of special features that set it apart from just another steel drum. The center bead along the equator of the shell is fixed on the outside to give the drum more openness and fullness. A heavy-duty Q-type strainer gives you smooth, stable snare action and it just feels solid.

Features:

• 1.2mm Brass Shell
• Newly designed one-piece lug
• Developed with Steve Gadd
• Center Bead Fixed to Outside
• Heavy-Duty Q-Type Strainer

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• Wood drum
• Shell Diameter: 14" (35,56 cm)
• Shell Depth: 6" (15,24 cm)
• Shell Material: Maple/Wenge/Maple Hybrid
• Shell surface: Varnished / lacquered
• Rims: 3,0 mm Die-Cast Aluminium
• Lug: Hook Lugs
• Tuning screws: 10
• Shell hardware: Chrome
• Colour / Finish: vintage natural 
• Shell thickness: 6,2 mm
• Shell base colour: Brown
• Resonant Drum Heads: Remo Ambassador Hazy
• Head skin: Remo Ambassador Coated
• Including: Tuning key
• Product code: AMS1460-WLN

The snare features a Remo Coated Ambassador batter head, with a Remo Clear Ambassador Weight snare head to accompany the 20 strand hi-carbon steel snare wire - a very versatile combination. Combining a classic Yamaha sound with a modern-day design and features, the Yamaha Stage Custom Snare is the perfect drum for any beginner or developing drummer looking to complete their setup with a great snare.

The snare features a Remo Coated Ambassador batter head, with a Remo Clear Ambassador Weight snare head to accompany the 20 strand hi-carbon steel snare wire - a very versatile combination. Combining a classic Yamaha sound with a modern-day design and features, the Yamaha Stage Custom Snare is the perfect drum for any beginner or developing drummer looking to complete their setup with a great snare.

100% 6 ply Birch Shells

Triple Flanged Hoops