Snare Drums
Gear4music stocks an extensive range of snare drums, ranging from beginner snares through to limited edition models. From brass to maple, piccolo to deep, all snare drums are covered by a full warranty and money-back guarantee.
Gear4music stocks an extensive range of snare drums, ranging from beginner snares through to limited edition models. From brass to maple, piccolo to deep, all snare drums are covered by a full warranty and money-back guarantee.
You'll also find signature snare drums from some of the world's best-known drummers, as well as some of the most renowned brands.Top Snare Drum Brands
Showing 40 of 763 products
WHD Birch 13" x 7" Snare Drum
WHD Birch 14" x 6.5" Snare Drum
Gretsch 'Mighty Mini' 10'' x 5.5'' Snare Drum
Pearl EXX Export 14'' x 5.5'' Snare Drum, Smokey Chrome
Pearl Short Fuse 10'' x 4.5'' Side Snare
Tama Woodworks 14 x 5.5'' Snare Drum, Black Oak Wrap
Pearl EXX Export 14" x 5.5" Snare Drum, Black Cherry Glitter
Tama 14" x 6.5" Metalworks Black on Black Steel Snare Drum
Premier Artist 14" x 5.5" Snare Drum, Natural Ash Satin
Mapex MPX 14 x 6.5'' Maple/Poplar Snare Drum, Midnight Black
WHD Acrylic 14" x 5.5" Snare Drum
Natal Arcadia 14 x 8 Acrylic Snare, Transparent
Dixon Drums 14 x 3.5'' Classic Series Sub Zero Maple w/Maple Hoops
Gretsch Full Range 14 x 6.5'' Black Nickel over Steel Snare Drum
Tama SLP 14'' x 8'' Big Black Steel Snare Drum
Pearl 13'' x 3'' Steel Piccolo Snare Drum, Black
WorldMax Black Dawg 14'' x 6.5'' Black Nickel Over Brass Snare Drum
Tama Starclassic Performer 14" x 5.5" Snare Drum, Piano Black
Natal Mappa Burl Maple 13'' x 7'' Snare Drum, Smoked Gloss
Premier Genista 100SE 14" x 7" Snare Drum, Special Edition
Premier Beatmaker 14” x 7” Maple Snare Drum, Natural
Pearl Sensitone Heritage 14" x 6.5" Steel Snare Drum
Mapex Black Panther 'Shadow' 14 x 6.5'' Birch/Walnut Snare Drum
Ludwig Universal 14'' x 8'' Brass Snare Drum, Chrome Hardware
Yamaha Tour Custom 14" x 6.5'' Snare Drum, Butterscotch Satin
Pearl Joey Jordison Signature Snare Drum
Mapex Black Panther 'Metallion' 14 x 5.5'' Brass Snare Drum
Premier Elite 14" x 6.5" Snare Drum, White
Yamaha Recording Custom Aluminum Snare Drum 14'' x 5.5'' w/Case
Sonor Kompressor 14 x 6" Natural Beech Snare Drum
DW Design Series 14" x 6.5" Acrylic Snare Drum, Sea Glass
Mapex Black Panther 'Persuader' 14" x 6.5'' Hammered Brass Snare Drum
Pearl Ian Paice Signature Snare Drum
Sonor Benny Greb 13 x 5.75'' Aged Brass Signature Snare
Ludwig LM402 14" x 6.5" Supraphonic Snare Drum, Imperial Lugs
Gretsch USA Bell Brass 14" x 5" Snare Drum
Sonor 'One of a Kind' 13 x 6.5'' Black Limba Snare Drum
Pearl Masterworks 14 x 6'' Snare Drum, Red Fade over Eucalyptus
Premier Della-Porta 100 Limited Edition Snare Drum
Gretsch USA 140th Anniv. 14" x 7" Snare Drum & Bag, Figured Ash
Explore All Snare Drum Brands
Must Have Products for Your Snare Drum
About Snare Drums
Snare drums were originally developed in the 13th century and are thought to have descended from a medieval drum called the Tabor. They feature two drum heads - a batter head and a resonant head - along with a snare wire placed on the bottom of the batter head. The snare wires are held in place by a snare strainer and butt plate, which allows the player to adjust the tension of the snare wires. There are various types of snare drums, including deep, standard, piccolo, popcorn, and marching drums.
The type of snare is determined by the size of the drum. For example, traditional marching drums tend to have a greater depth and deliver deeper tones, whereas piccolo snares are very shallow and produce higher-pitched tones. Snare drums are typically constructed from a range of materials, including wood, acrylic, and metals.
The type of snare you'll need depends on the specific application it'll be used for. The piccolo snare, for example, is typically used as a side snare drum or as the main snare drum in jazz music. On the other hand, deeper snare drums are often the preferred choice for heavier genres like rock and metal.
The most common diameter for a snare drum is 14", which provides the standard power and quality needed for any playing environment. However, snare drums with diameters as small as 6" are also available.
FAQs
What is the average cost of a snare drum?
The cost of a snare drum can vary from 117 to 3,000 depending on your playing ability & personal preferences. A beginner snare drum usually costs around 233, whereas a high-grade snare drum can cost between 2,000 and 3,000.
What size snare drum is suitable for beginners?
The average size of a snare drum suitable for beginners is 14" in diameter and 5.5" in depth. This is a standard size for most snare drums and offers a versatile level of volume and pitch, making it suitable for a wide array of musical genres.
Is snare drumming easy?
Grasping the basics of snare drumming is relatively easy. As with any instrument, playing the snare drum requires practice. However, most people will find that they have a natural aptitude for rhythm to some degree.
