Pearl MASTERS MAPLE GUM 14X6,5 BLUE ABALONE
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Pearl Drums
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Pearl Masters Maple Gum continues the heritage of the brand's high-end snare drums, highlighting a wood combination whose reputation has been built both on stage and in the studio. Following the success of limited editions associated with more "studio-selected" sound recipes, Pearl chose to integrate this hybrid approach into the Masters line to offer a snare drum that is modern, expressive, and clearly performance-oriented.
Who This Drum Is For
This snare drum is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers seeking a sensitive instrument capable of transitioning from nuanced playing to powerful strikes without collapsing. It excels in pop, rock, gospel, funk, RnB, and contemporary music, while remaining versatile enough for studio work and situations requiring a dense backbeat, a present rimshot, and a wide palette of nuances at the center of the head.
Technical specifications
| Category | wood |
| Material | maple, eucalyptus |
| Design | 6-ply |
| Circle type | molded |
| Trigger | SR-017 |
| Stamp | S-022N |
| Diameter | 14 " |
| Depth | 6.5 " |
| Color | Blue |
| Colours | Blue Abalone |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Pearl Masters Maple Gum 14 x 6.5 produce?
The 5.4 mm shell combines 4 plies of North American maple and 2 plies of eucalyptus. This construction delivers explosive midrange and an extended low-end response, with good clarity under heavy hitting.
Is the 6.5-inch depth suitable for rock and gospel?
With its 14-inch diameter and 6.5-inch depth, this model produces a dense backbeat and a prominent rimshot. It fits well in pop, rock, gospel, funk, RnB, and contemporary music settings.
What hoops equip this Pearl snare drum?
The Mastercast Die-Cast hoops reinforce attack focus and stabilize harmonics. They also promote precise tuning and consistent cross-stick.
Which trigger and snare are installed by default?
The SR-017 trigger is paired with the S-022N snare. This setup ensures a clear activation and a consistent response for ghost notes or fast articulations.
What is the purpose of the 60-degree bevel on this snare?
The 60-degree outer bevel adds more bite and projection to the 6-ply shell. The rebound feel remains crisp under the stick.



