Snare Drums

Crafted under the Ludwig Phonic snare drum design principles, Bronze Phonic snare drums produce unrivaled tonal characteristics with knock-you-down power and projection. Our state-of-the-art construction methods coupled with bronze alloy ensure an exceptional balance in tone and consistency from drum to drum. This seamless shell design takes advantage of bronzes well known musical qualities from centuries of cymbal making. Wood like warmth and crispy mid-range coupled with the presence of a brass drum, bronze is an unrivaled sound in the world of metal snare drum.

• 1.2mm Seamless Bronze Shell
• 2.3mm Steel Triple Flanged Hoops
• P88AC Throw Off
• P35P Butt Plate
• 10 lugs

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Ludwig LB416T 5X14 Brass Shell Black Beauty Snare Drum Learn More

Ash Soan is one of today’s most in-demand drummers, so Gretsch was super excited to work with him creating this amazing signature snare drum. Ash’s super eclectic work calls for a snare of unparalleled versatility… and that is precisely what this is. Working at his historic Windmill Recording Studio there are a variety of sonic goals and this unique drum provides everything he needs to meet the needs of his clients. This 12” Purpleheart snare drum has already been heard on several recordings and Instagram videos and many drummers have asked him about it. Well, now you can have this exact sound for yourself. We are proud to introduce the Ash Soan Signature Snare Drum. This breakthrough drum starts with a 9-ply 7x12” Purpleheart shell finished in clear gloss lacquer. Its double 45 degree bearing edges significantly increase the attack, creating an ultra-cutting crack. Additional features based on Ash’s specs include our 4mm Die Cast hoops and our classic Lightning throw-off. Each snare has an inside identification label specifying the year of production and each is signed by Ash himself. Learn More

• 3 ply Legacy Mahogany Shell
• Vintage Black Oyster Finish
• Vintage 1964 Snare Beds
• Baseball Bat Tone Control
• White “Reso-Coat” Interior

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• 5mm Beech Shell, 9 plies
• 18 strand stainless steel wires
• 45 degree bearing edges
• Scandinavian Birch Veneer
• Wide Tuning Range
• Warm Sound

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