Snares

Buy Snare Drums Online – Wide Selection for Beginners and Professionals

The snare drum is the primary striking instrument within a drum kit and is known for its precise, crisp attack. Its characteristic sound is created by the snare wires stretched beneath the resonant head. When the batter head is struck, the wires vibrate against the resonant head, producing the bright and responsive snare tone.

MUSIC STORE professional offers a comprehensive range of snare drums suitable for every playing level. Whether refining technique or defining a personal sound signature, drummers will find models covering all stylistic requirements and budgets.

Choosing the Right Shell Material

The shell material significantly influences the tonal character of a snare drum. Maple provides warmth and balanced resonance. Birch delivers focused projection and clarity. Metal shells such as steel or brass produce brighter, sharper attack characteristics.

Drumhead selection is equally important. A thicker head generates a deeper, more controlled sound, while a thinner head produces increased sensitivity and brightness. Classic coated single-ply heads such as the Remo Ambassador or Evans G1 remain industry standards.

For entry-level players, we recommend the Fame First Step Snares. The Fame FSS-65 Hammered Black Steel Snare offers exceptional value. A consistent bestseller is the Pearl Sensitone Series.

Professional Snare Drums: Specifications and Sound Precision

Professional drummers often select snare drums based on highly specific tonal requirements. Premium woods such as walnut or exotic species, as well as specialised metal alloys, provide distinctive sound profiles.

A historic reference model is the Ludwig Supraphonic, widely regarded as one of the most recorded snare drums since the 1950s.

Professional snare drums may include reinforcement rings, custom snare wire configurations, precision bearing edges, and specialised finishes designed to optimise tonal projection and dynamic response.

From Entry-Level to High-End: Snare Drums Across All Price Segments

The range at MUSIC STORE covers every price category. Entry models such as the Pearl Export Snare and the Tama Woodworks Snare offer solid construction and reliable tone at accessible price points.

Mid-range models incorporate upgraded hardware components and advanced drumheads for improved durability and tonal refinement.

In the high-end segment, professional snare drums are crafted from premium materials with exceptional build precision. Notable examples include the Sonor SQ2, Tama Starphonic and Ludwig Black Beauty.

Sound Quality: The Sonic Core of the Drum Kit

The snare drum largely defines the overall character of a drum kit. Shell material, shell depth, drumhead selection and tuning tension collectively determine articulation, projection and tonal complexity.

At MUSIC STORE professional, drummers receive access not only to a broad snare drum selection but also to expert guidance in selecting the instrument that precisely matches their musical objectives—whether for rock, jazz, funk or studio applications.