Sparedrum SBB1405ST - 14"X5" Black Nickel-Plated Brass Shell (brass) - Snare Drum
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Sparedrum
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
This shell is part of the great tradition of metal snare drums, highly valued for their power and definition. Offered here in an unpierced version, it primarily targets assemblers, technicians, and drummers who want to design a personalized instrument, from the choice of lugs to the trigger.
Who This Drum/Shell Is For
This snare drum shell is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers, workshops, and DIY enthusiasts who want to build a unique snare drum. It is particularly suitable for styles requiring cut and impact: rock, metal, punk, modern pop, energetic funk, as well as live situations where the snare must remain clear and audible.
Features and Innovations
With a 1.3 mm thickness, this shell offers an excellent balance between rigidity and sensitivity. The snare bed is already present to optimize the timbre's foundation and improve the response of ghost notes. Since the shell is unpierced, the holes for lugs, trigger, butt plate, and vent remain to be drilled: a perfect choice to customize the ergonomics, spacing, and type of hardware according to your specifications. For precise placement, you can use a drilling template such as LO16 or LO26.
Sound Characteristics
Brass is renowned for its balance between brightness and body: the attack is clear, the sustain well present, and the projection naturally high. On a finished snare drum, this type of shell promotes an articulate sound, with a nice "crack" on rimshots, while retaining warmth in the low end depending on the choice of heads and tuning.
The presence of a snare bed helps achieve a responsive and consistent timbre, with more controlled vibration and cleaner response at low dynamics, enhancing precision in both light playing and accented hits.
Technical specifications
| Material | brass | Snare bed | yes |
| Finish | black nickel-plated | Unpierced shell | yes |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm | Holes to be drilled | lugs, trigger, butt plate, vent |
| Bearing Edge | 45 degrees | Recommended templates for positioning | LO16 or LO26 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sparedrum SBB1405ST shell already drilled?
The shell is undrilled: holes for the lugs, trigger, throw-off, and air vent still need to be made.
What sound does a 1.3 mm brass snare shell produce?
Brass provides a sharp attack, pronounced sustain, and strong projection. The 1.3 mm thickness adds rigidity and sensitivity to the shell.
Is a snare bed already cut on this shell?
A snare bed is already present to optimize the sound of the snare wires. This enhances the tone’s consistency, especially at low dynamics. Ghost notes benefit from more controlled vibration.
Which template should be used to drill this snare shell?
A LO16 or LO26 drilling template is recommended to position the holes.
What finish and bevel are provided?
The finish is black nickel-plated brass. The bevels are machined at 45 degrees.
