Members Martiko Posted June 27, 2003 Members Share Posted June 27, 2003 I'm thinking about buying a new snare . I've still got the steel one that came with the drumset, a Mapex Venus series. if you want to hear what type of music we play, go to http://home.planetinternet.be/~kdebruyn/welterweight/default.htm I want to spend about 250 bucks for it, or less. If you want examples from the sound I love, I love incubus ' snare sound on science, and deftones on around the fur. So it should go in that direction. I guess it would be a wood snare that I need... So, any suggestions? You could also point me to some sites with snare reviews.... Thanks in advance !!! PS Listening to Bonhams live version of Moby Dick on 'How the West was won'.... not bad ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Snake Posted June 27, 2003 Members Share Posted June 27, 2003 I've never played one of these personally, but I've heard good things (from experienced drummers) about these: Slingerland Brass Snare Drums Slingerland Maple Snare DrumPacific Maple Snare Drum with Wood Hoops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chabo Posted June 27, 2003 Members Share Posted June 27, 2003 If you're interested in volume, I suggest a snare that's large in size. Maybe a 6.5x14, or even an 8x14. Lots of companies make em, so you can get just about whatever finish you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martiko Posted June 28, 2003 Author Members Share Posted June 28, 2003 OK, thanks a lot for answering already.I wonder if I could get those Slingerland and Pacific snare at the same price here in Europe...gonna check it out As for volume, I'm not interested in volume that much, I'm much more interested in a decent, 'gunshot-type' of sound. In fact, I like the sound of those funk-type snares a lot too (what are they, 4 x 14 or something ?!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rca Posted June 28, 2003 Members Share Posted June 28, 2003 You need to listen to some drums. Go to a store and try out maple, brass, steel, and mahogany snares so you get an idea of how the different materials sound. Because of the tremendous difference head choice and tuning makes, it tougher to compare different brands of snares of the same construction. But after you get an idea of what material you like best, compare snares of the same material. If it was me, I would not buy another steel snare unless you wanted a spare for gigging. I would buy something different for variety. Listening to recordings won't help you learn what different snares sound like because the sound on the recording is not how the snare sounded in the studio. The snares are ususally heavily processed or even replaced or supplimented with samples sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members societystease Posted June 28, 2003 Members Share Posted June 28, 2003 Yamaha Musashi Oak! The 6.5x13 is louder than most 14's that I have heard and it sounds so good! Just inside your price range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jessz1 Posted June 29, 2003 Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 Pearl CHad smith with the right head combo is pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martiko Posted June 29, 2003 Author Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 About this Pearl Chad Smith Signature....I like his sound on their latest album, BUT I don't think it's the sound I'm looking for in my band. I wonder for how long Smith has been using this snare, because on their previous albums (especially on Bloodsugarsexmagic, I like the snare sound on that one a lot, it's really een gunshot), his snare sound is different, no? Hasn't got that little 'ring' to it.... Thanks for the advice already Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jessz1 Posted June 29, 2003 Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 Yeah, his recorded sound isn't a good representation of the sound of the snare. It is ringy with the stock heads. Put an Evans dry vented head on and it takes the ring out. Also, I have a Conaway 14x7 snare that rocks out pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MoosBros Posted June 29, 2003 Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 Originally posted by Martiko I'm thinking about buying a new snare . I've still got the steel one that came with the drumset, a Mapex Venus series. if you want to hear what type of music we play, go to http://home.planetinternet.be/~kdebruyn/welterweight/default.htm I want to spend about 250 bucks for it, or less. If you want examples from the sound I love, I love incubus ' snare sound on science, and deftones on around the fur. So it should go in that direction. I guess it would be a wood snare that I need... So, any suggestions? You could also point me to some sites with snare reviews.... Thanks in advance !!! PS Listening to Bonhams live version of Moby Dick on 'How the West was won'.... not bad ! you can buy Ludwig Acrolites all day for almost half of what you're willing to spend.....,, they'll sound good in a variety of tunings,,,, try the 5x14 or thinner if you're looking for "tight".... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martiko Posted June 29, 2003 Author Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 Originally posted by MoosBros try the 5x14 or thinner if you're looking for "tight".... What do you mean by this ? That snares that are 5x14, 4.5 x14 etc are much 'tighter', gunshot-type than deeper ones ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members stapes2260 Posted June 29, 2003 Members Share Posted June 29, 2003 a thin snare will give a penetrating crack, and a thicker snare will give a rounder tone with more low end. If you are playing rock, i would opt for a 6.5x14 or possibly bigger. A thin piccolo snare is going to sound odd when teamed with low tuned toms for rock music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MoosBros Posted June 30, 2003 Members Share Posted June 30, 2003 Originally posted by Martiko What do you mean by this ? That snares that are 5x14, 4.5 x14 etc are much 'tighter', gunshot-type than deeper ones ? yup,,, the 5x14 will have more of that "gunshot" crack that you mentioned... the deeper(6.5 and deeper) will have more body in their tone,, but at the expense of the "crack"...... the reason I mentioned the Acrolite is because it's a good design, fairly close to the Black Beauty in tone,, whic is one of the greatest snares ever made.....the Acrolite is versatile in it's wide tuning range, and is still plentiful and cheap..... the 5x14 would give you the most crack for your bucks,,, the 6.5 is getting a bit deep for a metal shelled snare to use for modern rock,, which these days seems to have gravitated more towards that agressive "pop" you are seeking.... quite honestly, a quality maple snare is out of the price range you mentioned...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chabo Posted June 30, 2003 Members Share Posted June 30, 2003 Not really. Many companies make middle-end maple snares, including Tama, Pearl, and many others. Granted, he can't really get a Pork Pie or a Noble and Cooley, but there are plenty of companies within his price range. As an example, Musician's Friend has the Tama Artwood Maple snare, in 8x14, for $230. Their smaller snares are even cheaper. Granted, they also have the Starclassic Maple snares for $460, but the Artwoods work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jessz1 Posted June 30, 2003 Members Share Posted June 30, 2003 I'd put my conaway up against any other maple snare as far as sound quality is concerned. Not quit the quality of hardware or finish but an excellent sounding snare no matter what the cost. Before I get flamed, I'm not saying the Conaway is the best. Just a great maple snare that will hold it's own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members joestanman Posted June 30, 2003 Members Share Posted June 30, 2003 id say for the money, the tama artwood is the way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members agogobill Posted June 30, 2003 Members Share Posted June 30, 2003 Used Ludwig Acrolite for around $70 - $100 ... you'll have a great snare and $$$ left for a good cymbal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martiko Posted July 1, 2003 Author Members Share Posted July 1, 2003 OK, Thanks everyone for the advice !! I'm surely gonna check out a couple of snares, especially the ones you all mentioned. I'm particularly curious about those Ludwig Acrolites, because on drummercafe they couldn't shut up about it either.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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