All my SNARES!

Let's talk about all the snare drums I own

Let me introduce you to my snares!

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I’ve gotten questions over the years about my snare drums but I’ve never walked through all the snares I have, but thought y’all may enjoy checking these out!

1. Mapex Black Panther Black Widow

(Discontinued but check out this snare as a comparable one) | Details Specs | Video Example

Man, I love this guy! It punches through any mix but doesn’t lose any body. This is my go-to snare for gospel music!

2. Mapex Black Panther Sledgehammer

(Discontinued but check out this snare as a comparable one) | Detailed Specs | Video Example

I’ve used this snare primarily as my side snare/deep secondary snare. This snare is deeper in tone (obviously) but also a little dryer with less overtones due to it being a hammered snare. It records great, and does great in medium to low tunings

3. 1960’s Ludwig Supraphonic

(Current model, but you can fid a lot of old ones on eBay) | Video Example

I feel like this snare needs no introduction! It’s a classic and I love it. Mine honestly needs some TLC but I’ve been playing it as is for years! It excels in mid-range tunings! The new one is pretty pricey, but you can find vintage ones on eBay pretty easily. I got this one for $200!

4. 13x7 Pork Pie Little Squealer

Check it out on Guitar Center (not in stock) | Similar on Sweetwater | Video Example

It’s been a minute since I used this little guy honestly! It’s such a unique size and shape. It’s got a lot of high end pop but can also be brought down to a lower tuning and still hold a great tone. I mostly used it in higher tuning settings!

5. Gretsch Gretsch Drums USA Custom Snare Drum - 5 x 14 inch - Chrome over Brass

(Check it out here) | Video Example

My friend Daniel Kinner recommended this snare to me and it’s incredible. I haven’t used it as much recently because I’ve got several workhorse snares that I cycle between, but this thing records INCREDIBLY WELL. It’s a pretty pricey snare, but for me it’ll be a lifetime snare that will be in my catalogue when I need it!

6. PDP Concept Popcorn Snare 10x6

Check it out here | Check out a similar newer snare here for $129!

Want the true story? I got this for a concert one time and I haven’t really used it since lol. You can find them used all over the place and the good news is that popcorn snares are pretty cheap. this one has a tom arm attachment which makes it convenient to mount it as well!

7. Ludwig Supralite - 5.5 x 14 inch

Check it out here | Video Example

I just did a detailed review of this snare which you can check out in the link here, but bottom line is that this snare is $200 and SMACKS! I think it’s a great one to add to anyone’s collection or as a house snare for a church!

8. Vintage Leedy Marching Snare

This snare is super special to me and I’ve never once played it! It was a gift my wife gave to me! She purchased it from a vintage shop. If you have any idea where I could get more information on it, let me know!

9. Tama Silverstar Snare

Video Example | For a similar, small snare, check this one out

I love this little guy! It came with a drumset I got that was stolen, unfortunately. It’s a super cheap snare, and has a ton of character and crack!

10. Honorable mention - Ludwig Acrolite

I’ve got an old Acrolite that I forgot to take picture of… sorry. They don’t make them anymore but the Supralite has somewhat filled the space the Acrolite use to occupy!

I hope you’ve enjoyed a little bit of a deep dive into the different snares that I have and use! If you have any questions, just let me know!

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