Snare drums are at the heart of every drum kit, offering endless tones and character. At Dave’s Drum Shop, you’ll find a wide selection of snares ranging from classic wood shells to modern metal models for practice, recording, or live performance.
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 14"x5"Supraphonic LM400 B stock (LM400B)
$849.99
Ludwig 14"x5"Supraphonic LM400 B stock (LM400B) Photo is of a typical example of B-Stock not actual drum. Classic drum used on thousands of hits! 10 lug Lud-Alloy shell with highly polished chrome finish. P88 throw off. Must have snare drum. B-Stock drums are mechanically sound drums with minor finish imperfections. B-Stock drums are designat...
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 14" Die-Cast 10-Lug Batter Side Snare Drum Hoop, Chrome (L1410BC)
$109.99
Ludwig 14" Die-Cast 10-Lug Batter Side Snare Drum Hoop, Chrome (L1410BC) Top hoop for any standard 10-lug, 14" snare drum Tightly secures your heads for confident performance Genuine Ludwig OEM part, so you can be sure of a quality build and an excellent fit Great-looking die-cast chrome is durable and goes well with any style of drum
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worldmax
WorldMax Nylon Snare String, 1 pair (SW-SG)
$1.49
WorldMax Nylon Snare String, 1 pair (SW-SG) Sold in a pack of two strings
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 5x14 Black Beauty w/ Brass Tube Lugs Snare Drum (LB416BT)
$1,349.99
Ludwig 5x14 Black Beauty w/ Brass Tube Lugs Snare Drum (LB416BT) The Ludwig LB416BT 14x5" Black Beauty Brass Snare Drum with Brass Tube Lugs is constructed of a single sheet of brass that is machine drawn and spun into a seamless beaded shell, then nickel-plated with a beautifully exquisite finish. A true American original, the Black Beauty prov...
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LUDWIG
Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic 14" x 5" Snare Drum – 1965 Keystone Badge – Vintage Used
$599.99
Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic 14" x 5" Snare Drum – 1965 Keystone Badge – Vintage Used A beautiful example of the legendary Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic from 1965, featuring the highly desirable brass Keystone badge and classic chrome-over-aluminum shell. With serial number 212095, this drum dates to approximately late 1965 and represents one of the most...
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rv
RV Drums Pancake 13" x 3" Piccolo Snare – Natural Wood – Made in Italy – Used
$499.99
RV Drums Pancake 13" x 3" Piccolo Snare – Natural Wood – Made in Italy – Used A distinctive Italian-made piccolo snare from RV Drums, featuring a shallow 13" x 3" wood shell and beautiful natural wood grain. The RV Drums Pancake combines a compact profile with a crisp, articulate response. Its shallow shell provides quick attack and excellent se...
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LUDWIG
Ludwig Acrolite Classic 6.5 x 14 10-Lug Aluminum Snare Drum - Used
$499.95
Ludwig Acrolite Classic 6.5 x 14 10-Lug Aluminum Snare Drum - UsedModern 6.5 x 14 Ludwig Acrolite featuring a seamless beaded aluminum shell, brushed aluminum finish, 10 classic Ludwig lugs and chrome triple-flanged hoops. The deeper 6.5-inch shell adds body and low-end presence while retaining the dry, crisp attack and controlled overtones that...
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Yamaha
Vintage Yamaha SD-970A 7x14 Birch Snare Drum – Made in Japan
$599.99
A beautiful piece of Yamaha drum history! This vintage Yamaha SD-970A 7x14 snare drum, dating to late 70's-early 80's, is an early example of the legendary YD-9000 series that preceded Yamaha's Recording Custom line. Made in Japan, this professional-quality snare features a 6-ply birch shell with the satin brown wrap finish and Yamaha's distinct...
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Gator
Gator Cases 14" x 6.5" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1465SD)
$181.99
Gator Cases 14" x 6.5" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1465SD) This Gator Grooves 14" x 6.5" snare drum case features an extremely durable roto-molded construction with a padded micro-velvet interior for maximum protection. The lining is wrapped over the lip of the case and utilizes a double-stitch technique where the lining is stitched through the...
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GRETSCH
Gretsch 6.5" x 14" Full Range Snare Drum, Hammered Black Steel (S1-6514-BSH)
$599.99
Gretsch 6.5" x 14" Full Range Snare Drum, Hammered Black Steel (S1-6514-BSH) A large-bore hammering pattern gives this Gretsch Full Range snare a dramatic look - one that you'll be proud to make the centerpiece of your stage kit. The 1.2mm steel shell exhibits a focused, dry, complex tone that takes different tuning ranges like a champ. A pair o...
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DW
DW Design Series 6.5" x 14" Snare Drum, Natural Mapa Matte Birch Shell- Exotic Mapa Burl (DDEM6514MB-L26)
$578.99
DW Design Series 6.5" x 14" Mapa Burl Over Birch Snare Drum, Limited Edition(DDEM6514MB-L26) This limited-edition Design Series snare features an exotic Mapa Burl veneer over a European Birch shell. Mapa Burl meets the Design Series. Enjoy eye-catching exotic woods on limited-edition Design Series drums featuring figured Exotic Mapa Burl over Eu...
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Pearl
Pearl 3 x 13" Brass Piccolo Snare Drum (B1330)
$449.99
Pearl 3 x 13" Brass Piccolo Snare Drum (B1330) A terrific value in a brass shell piccolo snare. This is a one of Pearls all time best selling snares. Add on to your kit today! 3" x 13" Brass shell Brilliant attack Tight sound B1330
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 5 x 14 Copperphonic Snare (LC661)
$1,159.99
Ludwig 5 x 14 Copperphonic Snare (LC661) With close to 100 years experience building copper timpani, the newest member to join the Ludwig USA snare drum family is the Copper Phonic snare drum. Featuring a dark raw copper finish, 1.2mm thick shell, Imperial lugs, 2.3mm counter hoops. Built to the same professional standards as the legendary Bla...
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DW
DW Design Series Snare 7x14", Titanium Satin (DDLM0714SSTS)
$449.99
DW Design Series Snare 7x14", Titanium Satin (DDLM0714SSTS) DW 7x14 Design Limited Edition Titanium Satin Matte Lacquer Snare Drum - 10-ply Maple HVLT Shell - Chrome Hardware - Triple Flange Hoops - MAG Throw-off - True-pitch Tension Rods - Remo Heads Info: This Limited-Edition 7x14" Design Series® snare drum showcases a striking Titanium Sa...
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 14 x 6.5 Black Beauty Hammered Snare Drum, B Stock (LB417KB)
$1,229.99
Ludwig 14 x 6.5 Black Beauty Hammered Snare Drum, B Stock (LB417KB) The 14x6.5 Ludwig Black Beauty Hammered Snare Drum (LB417KB) features: Seamless, beaded, hammered 1.2mm black nickel plated brass shell with 45 degree bearing edges, 10 double-ended Imperial lugs 2.3mm triple-flanged hoops P88AC throw-off P35P butt plate 18-strand Ludwig snare ...
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Ebenor
Ebenor 14 x 7 Bright Evolution Steel Snare
$1,800.00
Ebenor 14 x 7 Bright Evolution Steel Snare NOTE: Stock photo - may not be exactly as seen in the photo Ebenor presents the all new EBENOR PERCUSSION BRIGHT EVOLUTION SERIES drums. These new beauties are musical works of art, and here's what William Leclerc, the President and creative genius at Ebenor, has to say about them! "Ever since I started...
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Slingerland
Slingerland Radio King Artist Snare Drum 14x5.5", White Marine Pearl (SLFP5514SSK016)
$1,089.99
Slingerland Radio King Artist Snare Drum 14x5.5", White Marine Pearl (SLFP5514SSK016) Size: 14X5.5”Shell: Mahogany/PoplarConstruction: 3-ply, reinforcement rings, internal mufflerBearing edge: 30°Lugs: 8Hoops: Stick SaverFinish: White Marine PearlThe Slingerland Artist Series Snare puts handcrafted quality into a series that produces striking p...
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Slingerland
Slingerland Artist Series 6.5x14 Snare, White Marine Pearl (SLFP6514SSK016)
$1,149.99
Slingerland Artist Series 6.5x14 Snare, White Marine Pearl (SLFP6514SSK016) Size: 14X6.5”Shell: Mahogany/PoplarConstruction: 3-ply, reinforcement rings, internal mufflerBearing edge: 30°Lugs: 8Hoops: Stick SaverFinish: White Marine PearlThe Slingerland Artist Series Snare puts handcrafted quality into a series that produces striking performance...
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Slingerland
Slingerland 5.5 x 14" Artist Snare Drum, Black Diamond Pearl (SLFP5514SSK069)
$1,089.99
Slingerland 5.5 x 14" Artist Snare Drum, Black Diamond Pearl (SLFP5514SSK069) Heritage Reimagined – The Slingerland 5.5 x 14-Inch Artist Snare Drum in Black Diamond Pearl Handcrafted in Oxnard, California, this 5.5-inch Artist snare offers classic tone in a versatile shell depth. Its 3-ply mahogany/poplar construction, Cloud Badge, and Stick Sav...
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Tama
TAMA 50TH LTD MASTERCRAFT ARTWOOD 14"x6.5" SD 2024 LIMITED (AW456)
$999.99
TAMA 50TH LTD MASTERCRAFT ARTWOOD 14"x6.5" SD 2024 LIMITED (AW456) Released in 1980, fans of the Mastercraft Artwood snare drum have eagerly awaited its reissue. Known for its obviously stunning looks, this snare drum is adorned with a beautifully stained multi-section center wood inlay. The 9mm/6ply all-Birch shell delivers significant low-m...
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Dunnett Classic Drums
Dunnett 14 x 7 Classic Titanium Snare Drum, Raw (714TI-R)
$2,299.99
Dunnett 14 x 7 Classic Titanium Snare Drum, Raw (714TI-R) Raw Titanium 7x14" Dunnett Hoops Dunnett Throwoff
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LUDWIG
Vintage Ludwig Pioneer 5x14 Snare Drum Red Sparkle 1966–1967
$499.99
Vintage Ludwig Pioneer 5x14 Snare Drum Red Sparkle 1966–1967 A beautiful example of a mid-1960s Ludwig Pioneer snare drum, finished in brilliant Red Sparkle and manufactured in Chicago, USA. This classic six-lug snare features Ludwig's three-ply wood shell with reinforcement rings and white-painted Resa-Cote interior, delivering the warm, open a...
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Yamaha
Yamaha Snare Stand (SS9WR)
$314.99
Yamaha Snare Stand (SS9WR) The SS9WR snare stand features exceptional versatility and stability with a heavyweight, double-braced leg design that provides maximum strength and reliability for professional use. Its innovative basket arms adjust to fit drums from 10" to 14", making one stand suitable for multiple instruments. Yamaha’s Ball Clamp ...
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George Way
George Way Advance Solid Maple Snare Drum 2019 Vancouver, Canada
$699.99
George Way Advance Solid Maple Snare Drum 2019 Vancouver, Canada An unusual and beautifully crafted George H. Way solid maple snare drum from the early years of the company's revival under Canadian master drum builder Ronn Dunnett. Made in Vancouver, British Columbia, this exceptional instrument features a single-ply solid maple shell with attra...
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Dunnett
Dunnett Classic MonoPly Mahogany 7×14" Snare Drum – Natural Gloss
$1,200.00
Dunnett Classic MonoPly Mahogany 7×14" Snare Drum – Natural Gloss A beautiful example of Canadian drum craftsmanship, this Dunnett Classic 7×14" MonoPly Mahogany snare features a solid, single-ply mahogany shell with a rich natural gloss finish and premium chrome hardware. Designed by renowned Canadian drum builder Ronn Dunnett, the MonoPly seri...
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LUDWIG
Vintage Ludwig Pioneer 5" x 14" Snare Drum – Blue/Silver Duco – 1958–1960 Transition Badge
$549.99
A beautiful, untouched example of a late-1950s Ludwig Pioneer snare drum, featuring the original Blue/Silver Duco lacquer finish and desirable blue-and-brass Ludwig Transition Badge. Manufactured in Chicago during the period when Ludwig transitioned from the WFL name back to Ludwig Drum Co., this six-lug Pioneer represents a fascinating period i...
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Sonor
Sonor Delite 14x5 Walnut Roots Maple Snare Drum – Used
$799.99
A stunning German-made Sonor Delite 14" × 5" snare drum, featuring the beautiful and distinctive Walnut Roots High Gloss finish. Part of Sonor's highly regarded Delite series, this professional snare features a thin, 9-ply North American maple shell with reinforcing rings, delivering exceptional sensitivity, warm resonance and outstanding dynami...
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LUDWIG
Vintage 1965 Ludwig Pioneer 5" x 14" Snare Drum – Silver Sparkle
$549.99
Vintage 1965 Ludwig Pioneer 5" x 14" Snare Drum – Silver Sparkle A beautiful example of a mid-1960s Ludwig Pioneer snare drum, finished in classic Silver Sparkle and featuring its complete original nickel-plated hardware. Manufactured in Chicago, this drum features an exceptionally clear August 1, 1965 factory date stamp inside its original whit...
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LUDWIG
Ludwig 6.5 x 14" Chrome Over Brass Snare Drum (LB402B) B Stock
$899.99
Ludwig 6.5 x 14" Chrome Over Brass Snare Drum (LB402B) B Stock Chrome-Over-Brass Introduced in 1960 as the Super Ludwig, Ludwig’s Chrome Over Brass snare drum was the predecessor to the Supraphonic. Its brass shell and chrome plating deliver the rich musical overtones of brass with added focus, clarity, and treble presence. Though its original r...
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Yamaha
Yamaha 8x14 Recording Custom Wood Snare Drum, Real Wood (RBS1480 RW)
$675.00
Yamaha 8x14 Recording Custom Wood Snare Drum, Real Wood (RBS1480 RW) The 14x8 Yamaha Recording Custom Birch Snare Drum (RBS1480RW) has a 6-ply north american brich shell. This Yamaha snare has 30-degree bearing edges, triple-flanged hoops, 10 one-piece lugs, 25-strand high carbon steel snares, Q Type throw-off, DC3 Type butt-plate, and a coated ...
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Slingerland
Slingerland 14" 8-LUG Stick Chopper Snare Side Hoop, Nickel Over Steel (SLSMCH1408SBSNK)
$84.99
Slingerland 14" 8-LUG Stick Chopper Snare Side Hoop, Nickel Over Steel (SLSMCH1408SBSNK) Nickel-over-Steel hoop bottom for your new or classic Radio King snare. The Radio King's Nickel-over-Steel Stick Chopper hoops feature a bracketed snare gate and provide tight, crisp rimshots while controlling overtones. Nickel-over-Steel hoop Bracketed ...
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Gator
Gator Cases 14" x 5.5" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1455SD)
$174.99
Gator Cases 14" x 5.5" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1455SD) This Gator Grooves 14" x 5.5" snare drum case features an extremely durable roto-molded construction with a padded micro-velvet interior for maximum protection. The lining is wrapped over the lip of the case and utilizes a double-stitch technique where the lining is stitched through the...
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Gator
Gator Cases 14" x 8" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1408SD)
$181.99
Gator Cases 14" x 8" Gator Grooves Snare Case (GPC1408SD) This Gator Grooves 14" x 8" snare drum case features an extremely durable roto-molded construction with a padded micro-velvet interior for maximum protection. The lining is wrapped over the lip of the case and utilizes a double-stitch technique where the lining is stitched through the int...
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Ludwig and Ludwig
Ludwig & Ludwig Super-Ludwig 5×14 Snare Drum Nickel Over Brass 10 Lug
$1,495.95
Ludwig & Ludwig Super-Ludwig 5×14 Snare Drum Nickel Over Brass 10 Lug A beautifully preserved vintage Super-Ludwig featuring a nickel-plated brass shell, ten tube lugs, single-flanged hoops, and the distinctive Super snare mechanism. The Ludwig shell marking and Super-Ludwig stamped bottom hoop complete its classic appearance. Both snare gua...
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Ludwig and Ludwig
Ludwig & Ludwig Concert Theatre Model 6.5×14 Snare Drum Solid Mahogany Black Finish
$1,495.95
Ludwig & Ludwig Concert Theatre Model 6.5×14 Snare Drum Solid Mahogany Black Finish A characterful early Ludwig & Ludwig Concert Theatre SUoer Model with a solid mahogany shell, ten tube lugs, single-flanged hoops, and its original black finish. At 6.5×14, it has the depth and presence, with the warm, woody response that makes these earl...
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Ludwig and Ludwig
Ludwig & Ludwig Professional 5×14 Standard All-Round Model Snare Drum Solid Walnut Late 1920s–Early 1930s
$1,495.00
Ludwig & Ludwig Professional 5×14 Standard All-Round Model Snare Drum Solid Walnut Late 1920s–Early 1930s A beautiful example of Ludwig & Ludwig’s Professional 5×14 Standard All-Round Model. Its solid walnut shell has a rich, exposed grain, complemented by ten tube lugs, single-flanged hoops, and the warm patina of its vintag...
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