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Gretsch Drums Caisse Claire Full Range Mahogany/Maple 14X5? S1-0514-Mmg

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This item is warranted for 3 years
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Ref.: 424620

Description

Essential Information About the 14" x 5" Mahogany/Maple Snare Drum

  • 16-ply mahogany/maple shell for an ideal balance between warmth, attack, and projection.
  • 30-degree bearing edges tailored to depth: quick response, controlled sustain, easy tuning.
  • 2.5 mm steel hoops and 20-strand snare wires for precise attack and increased sensitivity.
  • Gretsch drumheads made by Remo USA: ready for studio and stage.

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The mahogany/maple sandwich draws inspiration from the great American snare drums that defined studios from the 1950s to the 1970s. This hybrid design combines the warmth of mahogany with the clarity of maple for modern versatility. With its premium materials, refined finish, and high-end components, this model is positioned in the mid-to-high range, designed for intensive use.

Who This Snare Drum Is For

Designed for intermediate to professional drummers, it fits effortlessly into various contexts: recording, live performance, rehearsal. Versatile, it covers jazz, pop, funk, rock, and contemporary music, offering a clear sonic signature in the mix and remarkable tuning stability.

Features and Innovations

The 16-ply shell provides rigidity and projection, delivering notable focus and a wide tuning range. The 30-degree bearing edges optimized according to depth facilitate head tensioning and stabilize harmonics. The 2.5 mm steel hoops (heavy-duty lugs) reinforce attack and playing consistency, while the 20-strand snare wires enhance sensitivity for pianissimo nuances and ghost notes.

Sound Characteristics

Mahogany delivers rounded lows, immediate warmth, and a plush sustain. Maple adds definition, presence in the midrange, and controlled brightness for a clear "crack" without harshness. The thick 16-ply shell concentrates energy for effective stage projection while maintaining easy control in the studio.

Tuned to medium-high, the snare offers a lively attack and a punchy rimshot; at medium-low, it produces a fuller, woodier sound ideal for laid-back grooves. The 30-degree bearing edges smooth out aggressive harmonics, and the 20-strand snare wires ensure a fine response at low velocity.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Design

  • Type: Snare drum
  • Diameter: 14"
  • Depth: 5"
  • Shell: Mahogany/maple, 16-ply
  • Finish: Glossy

Bearing Edges

  • 13" x 6" and 14" x 5": 30-degree bearing edge
  • 14" x 6.5" and 14" x 8": Slightly rounded 30-degree bearing edge

Tension Components and Snare Wires

  • Hoops: 2.5 mm steel
  • Snare wires: 20 strands for increased sensitivity

Drumheads

  • Type: Gretsch drumheads made by Remo USA
Brand reference number: GR820092
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