PDPBy DW Black Wax Maple Snare Drum 6.5x14

This review is for the 14" × 6.5" model, as well as the 13" × 7". Both drums feel solid, and weighty, giving me the impression that they're well crafted, and not just cheaply manufactured, basic designs.These drums are a great choice for someone who isn't exactly happy with the stock snare that came with their kit, and wants to try something new. And, being that they're black, they'll fit in with just about any setup, no matter the color/finish/wrap of the rest of your kit. They're also great for if you're just looking to add to your sound pallette.My biggest complaint is the throw-off for the snare wires. While it's solid, and functions great, it's big, bulky, and sticks out pretty far from the shell. Making fitting the drum into a bag/case an arduous task.I also wish this model came in a 14" × 8" option, but alas, it does not.Overall, really good product, and I highly recommend.ADDITIONSYes, the stock heads that come with these drums are garbage, that shouldn't be surprising to anyone. It's just like buying shoes; No matter how nice they are, you're going to have to add your own insoles for maximum comfort, and wearability. It's no different with drums. Yes, that means you're probably going to have to drop at least another $45 - $60, depending on what you want.What I use (both drums):Batter Head: Evans HD DryResonant Head: Evans Snare Side 500Snare Wires: Puresound 30 strandThe result? The best sounding snare drums you'll ever hear.

I've had a few snares that needed help to sound decent. This PDP by DW maple snare is a welcome replacement.I put a Remo coated center for head on and tuned both heads easily. My kit is a 7 piece PDP X7 maple and this snare is a perfect compliment. There were certain things I felt I struggled to do on my old snares, but it is easy with this snare. The magnetic wire flip off is brilliant and a pleasure after dealing with old school types.The sound of the snare is really impressive. It is articulate and has clear voicings from the rim's edge with good tonal variations to a solid and powerful strike or roll on the center of the head. With the wires off, it sings beautifully. I live in the Pacific Northwest, so temp and air pressure changes are frequent, yet these fine threaded rim lugs need minimal adjustments.Local shops are selling used snares for more than what this new snare costs. Buyer beware. This snare is a steal. Pro level quality for entry level price.

This is a great snare indeed. Buying a snare if the same characteristics in any other brand would cost probably the double amount of money.Just put on it good drum heads and you're ready to go. Good lugs allow the drumheads to keep the tension firm. Good rims, even if they are not die-cast they are heavy enough to guarantee good rimshots.Many people don't like the wax finish, but I do. The 10 Plies of maple are there and make this snare sound deep and warm.My only complaint is about the butt plate, which looks and feel pretty cheap.All in all the Black Wax 6.5" is a great item and not expensive at all.

All of the PDP drums I have purchased have been AMAZING. The quality is impeccable. The sound is outstanding. The price is unbelievable. My 7-piece PDP Concept Maple kit came with a 10-ply maple snare drum, but it is 5.5x14. I wanted a 6.5x14 maple snare drum. This 10-ply maple snare drum is amazing and has a great sound. The black wax sealer finish gives it a very unique matte black finish that I've never seen a snare drum before. I love all of my PDP drums and the prices allow me to have many different snare drums in my collection.

This drum has a warm sound and powerful. I use it for playing in my community band.Dan Cindy’s husband.

It did not last.. less than 6 months and the screws broke

The batter hoop was damaged, I only realized that when changing the head for the first time, very disappointing, however, After changing the hoop to a new Gibraltar hoop, tuning the drum and using a UV1 Evans head, the snare drum now sounds AMAZING!Highly recommended!Good drum for a good price!

PDP DW black Wax Maple Snare drum sounds incredible as you use you favorite snare drum head for your choice. Very deep sound when tuned low for a side snare, or get the nice crack pop when tuned medium to high setting. Easy to tune very warm has great projection and affordable.

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