Sparedrum SAL14065ST - 14" X 6.5" ALUMINUM SHELL - SNARE DRUM
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Essential Information About the Aluminum Snare Drum Shell
Essential Information About the Aluminum Snare Drum Shell
- 1 mm Aluminum Shell: lively response, sharp attack, and great projection, ideal for a custom snare drum build.
- Unwelded Shell: perfect base for a custom project, with a metal-typical sound behavior.
- 45-Degree Chamfer: promotes precision, sensitivity, and good definition of rimshots.
- Unpierced: complete freedom to choose your hardware (lugs, throw-off, butt plate, vent) and configuration.
Manufacturer Information
Sparedrum
https://www.sparedrum.com
info@sparedrum.com
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VBV International
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
This aluminum snare drum shell is primarily aimed at luthiery and assembly projects: replacing a damaged shell, creating a personalized snare drum, or experimenting with setups and hardware. In the absence of information about a specific series from the manufacturer, it positions itself as a reliable base piece to build a snare drum with a modern and incisive character.
Who This Drum/Shell Is For
This shell is intended for DIY drummers, technicians, workshops, and custom enthusiasts (intermediate to expert level) comfortable with drilling and hardware alignment. It is particularly suited to styles requiring presence and sharpness: rock, punk, metal, pop, funk, as well as live contexts where the snare drum needs to cut through the mix easily.
Technical specifications
| Use | Snaredrum | Color | Grey |
| Material | aluminium | Finishing | Satin |
| Depth | 6.5 " | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sparedrum SAL14065ST shell pre-drilled?
The shell is delivered un-drilled. The drilling for lugs, throw-off, butt plate, and vent hole must be done during assembly.
What sound does a 1 mm aluminum snare drum shell produce?
The 1 mm aluminum promotes a sharp attack and quick response. The tone remains clear, with effective definition at high volume and well-articulated ghost notes.
What is the depth of this snare drum shell?
The depth is 6.5 inches.
How should the hardware drilling locations be positioned?
A LO16 or LO26 template can be used to mark the future holes. This applies to lugs, throw-off, butt plate, and vent. The shell targets assembly projects that require precise hardware alignment.
Does the shell have a snare bed and what is its bevel angle?
A snare bed is present to facilitate installation and response of the snare wires. The 45-degree bevel optimizes contact between the heads and the shell.



