Pearl Piccolo 13X3 Piano Black
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Essential Information About the Piccolo Snare Drum 13 x 3 Piano Black
Essential Information About the Piccolo Snare Drum 13 x 3 Piano Black
- Piccolo format 13 x 3 inches : ultra-fast response, sharp attack, and short sustain, ideal for precise accents.
- 6-ply maple shell : balance between warmth, definition, and projection, with excellent versatility both in the studio and on stage.
- Steel hardware : 1.6 mm stamped steel hoops and 8 tension rods for reliable tuning stability and a clean rimshot.
- SR-018 trigger + S029N snare strainer : easy setup and sensitivity adapted for ghost notes and dynamic playing.
Manufacturer Information
Pearl Drums
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The "piccolo" snare drum has established itself as a complementary standard to the main snare: more compact, more lively, it provides an immediately identifiable tone, highly appreciated for enhancing playing precision and adding a higher register. This 13 x 3 inch format typically serves as a secondary snare or a snare dedicated to sharp sounds, with a sober and effective Piano Black look suitable for any setup.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This piccolo snare drum is aimed at beginner to advanced drummers seeking a responsive instrument that is easy to place in a mix and relevant in many contexts. It is particularly comfortable in pop, funk, gospel, fusion, hip-hop, electro, and live situations where a precise backbeat is desired, but it also works very well as a second choice to vary colors in rock or contemporary music.
Technical specifications
| Category | wood | Diameter | 13 " |
| Material | maple | Depth | 3 " |
| Design | 6-ply | Color | Black |
| Trigger | SR-018 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Stamp | S029N | Hardware | Polished steel |
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does a 13 x 3 inch piccolo snare drum produce?
The 3-inch depth provides an instant attack, a short sustain, and a higher perceived pitch. The 13-inch 6-ply maple shell retains warmth in the low-mids while remaining well-defined.
Is the Pearl Piccolo 13X3 Piano Black suitable for ghost notes?
The S029N snare wire promotes sensitivity to dynamics and precision in ghost notes. Fast rolls and tight backbeats also benefit from this crisp response.
What material is the shell made of?
The shell is made of 6-ply maple.
Can the snare wires on this snare drum be disengaged?
The SR-018 strainer allows activating or deactivating the snare wires. This makes it possible to quickly switch from a drier sound to a more textured response. The installed snare wire reference is S029N.
What hoops and how many tension rods are installed?
1.6 mm stamped steel hoops are paired with 8 T055 tension rods. This setup ensures even tension, especially useful for high tunings.
