Tama WMH1408B WOOD HOOP 8 HOLES (BEATER SIDE) 14
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Essential Information About the WMH1408B Maple Wood Hoop
Essential Information About the WMH1408B Maple Wood Hoop
- 100% Maple : provides a warmer and more musical response than a standard hoop.
- 22 mm Thickness : more mass for a pronounced attack and better striking stability.
- Enhanced Rim Shot : powerful, crisp, and controlled accent, ideal for backbeats.
- Precise Fit : designed for 14-inch snare drums with 8 lugs, batter side.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
This piece was specifically developed for snare drums in the S.L.P. range, aiming to offer a more expressive and organic "wood hoop" alternative to metal hoops. It targets drummers seeking a richer feel and a distinctive tonal aesthetic while remaining compatible with modern setups.
Who This Drum/Hoop Is For
This maple hoop is suitable for intermediate to expert drummers who want to refine the character of their snare drum. It excels in rock, funk, pop, gospel, and urban music styles, wherever the Rim Shot needs to be present, dense, and impactful without excessive aggressiveness.
Features and Innovations
With its 22 mm thickness, this wood hoop increases rigidity and the feel under the stick. The 8-hole drilling ensures direct alignment with the corresponding lugs, and the batter side version is designed to optimize attack and projection of the stroke.
Sound Characteristics
Maple is renowned for its balance: rich mids, a clear yet rounded attack, and natural sustain. On a snare drum, a maple wood hoop enhances warmth and delivers a more "woody" Rim Shot with a sense of body and depth, while maintaining excellent definition.
Technical specifications
| Application | snare drum | Material | 100% maple |
| Diameter | 14 inches | Thickness | 22 mm |
| Number of holes | 8 (batter side) | Reference | WMH1408B |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Tama WMH1408B compatible with a 14-inch snare drum with 8 lugs?
This hoop has a diameter of 14 inches and 8 holes drilled, designed to align with the corresponding lugs. It is intended for the batter side of a snare drum.
What sound does a maple snare drum hoop produce?
Maple provides rich midrange, a rounded attack, and natural sustain. The rimshot gains a woody character, with more body and depth.
What is the thickness of the Tama WMH1408B wood hoop?
With a thickness of 22 mm, this maple hoop offers increased rigidity and a firmer feel under the stick.
Is this wood hoop designed for the batter side?
The WMH1408B reference corresponds to a batter side version with 8 holes. This configuration is intended to support the attack and projection of the stroke on the snare drum.
For which music styles is this 14-inch wood hoop suitable?
Its 14-inch size and 100% maple construction suit snare drums used in rock, funk, pop, gospel, and urban music styles. Rimshots maintain a dense presence without excessive harshness. This piece is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers seeking to refine the character of their snare drum.
