Sparedrum SCP14065 - 14" X 6.5" COPPER BEADED SHELL - SNARE DRUM
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Essential Information About the Lacquered Copper Snare Drum Shell
Essential Information About the Lacquered Copper Snare Drum Shell
- Lacquered Copper: a metal shell with a rich character, offering a very lively response and excellent projection.
- 1.3 mm Thickness: an excellent balance between body, power, and sensitivity, ideal for an expressive snare drum.
- 45deg Bevel + Snare Bed: firm seating of the drumhead, precise attack, and easier timbre setup.
- Unpierced Shell: complete freedom to choose your hardware and configuration (lugs, trigger, vent).
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
Copper holds a special place in the world of metal snare drums: more complex and more "organic" than some very bright alloys, it is valued for its ability to retain warmth while remaining incisive. A lacquered copper shell is generally aimed at builders and workshops who want to create a custom snare drum, using a premium material and a solid foundation for an instrument with strong personality.
Who This Drum/Shell Is For
This snare drum shell is intended for intermediate to expert drummers, technicians, luthiers, and anyone wishing to assemble a "made-to-measure" snare drum. It is particularly suitable for contexts where both presence and detail are sought: rock, pop, funk, modern jazz, contemporary music in the studio, or live settings requiring a snare that "speaks" quickly with wide dynamics. Being unpierced, it is more suited to a thoughtful project than a beginner assembly.
Features and Innovations
With a 1.3 mm thickness, this shell offers a robust and responsive structure. The central reinforcement (stiffener in the middle of the shell) improves mechanical stability and helps maintain a consistent response, especially at high drumhead tensions. The 45deg bevel promotes a clean attack and good tuning precision, while the snare bed is already designed to optimize the seating and vibration of the timbre. A key point for a custom project: the shell is delivered unpierced, with holes for lugs, trigger, butt plate, and vent to be drilled; LO16 or LO26 templates can assist you in correctly positioning the future drillings.
Sound Characteristics
Copper is known for combining warmth and articulation: it provides a full low-midrange, a present attack, and a richness of harmonics often very musical. Compared to other metal shells, it often delivers a denser grain sensation, with effective projection without becoming harsh.
The 45deg bevel contributes to a quick response and better definition of ghost notes, while the snare bed promotes a more precise timbre with more even vibration across the entire width. The central reinforcement can help structure the sustain and stabilize the shell's behavior, resulting in a more controlled sound, particularly useful for high tunings and sharp strikes.
Technical specifications
| Thickness | 1.3 mm | Snare bed | yes |
| Central reinforcement | stiffener in the middle of the shell | Drilling positioning aid | LO16 or LO26 templates |
| Bevel | 45deg | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Sparedrum SCP14065 shell drilled for lugs and trigger?
The copper shell is delivered undrilled. The holes for the lugs, trigger, its counterpart, and the vent need to be made according to the chosen setup.
What sound can be expected from a 14 x 6.5 inch copper snare drum shell?
Copper provides a full low-midrange, a present attack, and rich harmonics. The 14 x 6.5 inch size here is paired with a 1.3 mm shell featuring a central reinforcement.
What is the purpose of the central reinforcement on this copper shell?
The stiffener placed in the middle of the 1.3 mm shell improves its mechanical stability. It helps maintain consistent response, especially under high head tension, and structures the sustain.
Are the bearing edge and snare bed already made?
A 45° bearing edge and a snare bed are already present. This configuration promotes a clear attack, definition of ghost notes, and even vibration of the tone.
Which templates should be used to drill this snare drum shell?
LO16 or LO26 templates can be used to position the future drillings. This undrilled shell is thus intended for custom snare drum projects requiring a thoughtful setup.
