Fat Cat FC1220P 12" SNARE WIRES - 20 STRANDS CARBON WITH PITCH
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Fat Cat has established itself among drummers for its performance-oriented snare wires, with a real focus on plate geometry and the quality of the springs. The "Pitch" model fits this logic by targeting snares whose snare bed shape less naturally accommodates the wires, aiming to achieve a crisper contact and cleaner vibration.
Who This Snare Wire Is For
This Fat Cat snare wire is suitable for intermediate to advanced drummers seeking a more articulate snare sound, especially in studio, rehearsal, or live settings. It is particularly relevant for styles that require clear articulation and controlled snare sustain, such as rock, pop, funk, gospel, or contemporary music in general.
Features and Innovations
The "Pitch" design is based on a specific angle of the outer plates, designed for snares with a minimally pronounced snare bed. The result: better contact with the resonant drumhead, more even snare tension, and fewer unwanted vibrations. The 90% carbon springs provide a more direct feel while enhancing longevity under the mechanical stresses of regular use.
Sound Characteristics
Thanks to the heavily carbon-enriched springs, the snare response gains in attack and definition, with a drier and more precise feel at both low and high dynamics. The optimized contact reduces unwanted "buzz" : ghost notes stand out better, rimshots remain clean, and the snare maintains a more controlled sound in noisy or heavily amplified environments.
Technical specifications
| Number of spirals | 20 |
| Model | "Pitch" |
| Outer plates | specially angled for snares with minimally or non-carved snare beds to accommodate the wires |
| Objective | better contact with the drumhead, thus less "buzz" |
| Springs | 90% carbon for increased attack and extended durability |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Fat Cat FC1220P suitable for snare drums with a lightly marked bearing edge?
The outer "Pitch" plates feature an angle designed for snare drums whose bearing edge is shallow or not carved to accommodate the snare wires. This geometry promotes contact with the resonant head and limits unwanted buzz.
How many coils does this snare wire have?
This model includes 20 coils, with a composition stated to be 90% carbon.
What sound characteristics do the carbon coils provide?
The high carbon content delivers more attack and a more direct response. The sound is drier and more precise, even at low dynamics. Ghost notes become more audible while rimshots remain clean.
Does this snare wire reduce unwanted vibrations?
Thanks to better contact with the resonant head, the snare tension becomes more homogeneous and unwanted vibrations are reduced.
For which styles is the Pitch 20-coil snare wire recommended?
This 20-coil configuration is particularly suited for rock, pop, funk, gospel, and contemporary music styles seeking clear articulation and controlled sustain.
