Pearl Decade Maple 14X5,5 Satin Slate Black

Name: Decade Maple 14X5,5 Satin Slate Black
Brand: Pearl
SKU: 223073
Price: 264.00 EUR
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EAN : 4515295489110

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Information

Essential Information About the Pearl Decade Maple 14x5.5" Slate Black Snare Drum
• 100% maple : a 6-ply shell (5.4 mm) for a warm, balanced, and versatile snare drum.
• Controlled vintage spirit : 8 lugs and 1.6 mm stamped steel hoops for a more open response, ideal for dynamics and subtle playing.
• Proven Pearl hardware : SR-700 throw-off, SST-5047 tension rods, SNW-1420 snare strainer, and a refined finish designed to last.
• Remarkable value for money : a serious snare drum accessible both as a main evolving instrument and as a secondary snare.

Decade Maple 14X5,5 Satin Slate Black

264,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

The Pearl Decade Maple is part of a series designed to take a step forward: offering a maple instrument with a modern look and refined craftsmanship while remaining competitive. Positioned above the Export range, the Decade series targets drummers seeking the character of wood, a polished aesthetic, and reassuring build quality. The fact that these snares are sold individually clearly illustrates the positioning: an offering conceived as a true reference snare drum, not just a "pack" component.

Who This Drum/Instrument Is For

This snare drum appeals to a very wide audience. The beginner drummer will find an evolving instrument that is pleasant to tune and versatile enough to progress on fundamentals (rimshots, ghost notes, rolls, dynamic control). The intermediate drummer will appreciate its musicality and maple identity, capable of covering pop, rock, funk, soul, and jazz. Finally, the semi-pro drummer can adopt it as a secondary snare: a warm wood tone that perfectly complements a metal snare, with a rounder and less "cutting" response.

Technical specifications

Category	wood	Diameter	14 "
Material	maple, steel	Depth	5.5 "
Design	6-ply	Color	Black
Circle type	pressed	Finishing	Satin varnish
Trigger	SR-700	Hardware	Chromed
Stamp	SNW-1420

Questions frequently asked

What sound does the Pearl Decade Maple 14x5.5 Satin Slate Black produce?

The 100% 5.4 mm maple shell delivers pronounced midranges and musical resonance. The 14 x 5.5 inch size maintains a defined attack with warmth suited for subtle dynamics.

Is this Pearl snare drum suitable for ghost notes?

The 8-lug design provides a more open response, particularly effective for ghost notes and suppressed rolls. The 1.6 mm stamped steel hoops contribute to a lively rebound.

Which trigger and strainer are installed by default?

The setup includes a Pearl SR-700 trigger and an SNW-1420 strainer. The tension rods are SST-5047 models.

For which styles is this maple snare drum suitable?

This maple configuration suits pop, rock, funk, soul, and jazz contexts. The 5.5-inch depth and stamped hoops support a warm sound aesthetic with a less rigid attack.