Premier Artist 14" x 6.5" Copper Snare Drum, Brushed Copper

Full Description

Bring warmth to a metal shell

The 1.2mm copper shell gives this snare a controlled, dark mid-range character with muted high frequencies. It combines the projection associated with a metal shell with an organic warmth, giving you a deep, earthy tonal foundation. Controlled overtones also help the snare sit comfortably within a mix, making its character particularly useful when recording in the studio. The shell thickness balances warmth, bright projection, and high sensitivity across a wide range of tunings. This combination gives you a distinctive voice that can handle cutting rock backbeats while retaining the sensitivity needed for lower-dynamic Jazz playing.

Get more body from every hit

Its 14” x 6.5” dimensions provide louder projection and a full-bodied fundamental pitch, giving the snare plenty of depth alongside its warm copper character. Rimshots have a powerful response when you need your backbeat to make an impact, while the deeper shell adds body to the overall sound. You can also tighten the snare for a more focused response without losing that underlying weight. This makes it easier to adjust the drum around different playing situations, whether you need stronger projection for rock or a more controlled sound that fits naturally into a studio mix.

Keep the natural shell tone present

Hand-selected 24-strand steel snare wires provide a more active snare buzz while leaving space for the natural tone of the copper shell. This helps preserve the drum's dark, warm character alongside the articulation of the snare wires. The 1.2mm shell also provides high sensitivity, making the drum suitable for playing at lower dynamics as well as more forceful backbeats. This balance is particularly useful for Jazz players who need sensitivity and studio drummers who want controlled overtones, while still providing the response and projection needed when you move into harder-hitting parts.

Balance resonance with control

The 1.5mm triple-flange steel hoops provide a slightly more open and resonant response than thicker hoops, complementing the controlled overtones of the copper shell. Eight low-mass lugs provide the shell hardware, while a Premier snare strainer completes the mechanism. A coated batter head and clear resonant head provide the playing surfaces. Visually, the brushed copper finish gives the drum a refined, understated appearance while retaining a raw, industrial character. Chrome hardware adds contrast, creating a finish designed to look equally at home on stage or in a studio setup.

Features & Benefits

• Copper Shell Construction – offers a controlled, dark mid-range tone with muted high frequencies, blending metal projection with organic warmth
• 1.2mm Shell Thickness – strikes the ideal balance between warmth, bright projection, and high sensitivity, offering a versatile tonal response across a wide range of tunings.
• 14” x 6.5” Size – allows for louder projection, a full-bodied fundamental pitch, and a powerful rimshot, but can also be tightened up for a more focused sound without losing its body.
• Hand-Selected 24-Strand Snare Wires – provide a more active snare buzz and space for the natural snare tone
• 1.5mm Triple-Flange Hoops – offer a slightly less focused, more open, and resonant sound compared to thicker hoops.
• Brushed Copper Finish – gives the snare a refined, understated look while reinforcing its raw, industrial character, creating a finish that feels equally at home on stage or in the studio.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Premier Drums
• Size: 14’’ x 6.5’’
• Material: Copper
• Thickness: 1.2mm
• Bearing Edge: 45 Degrees
• Hoop: 1.5mm Triple-Flanged
• Lugs: Low Mass 8 (16)
• Snare Strainer: Premier
• Snare Wire: 24-Strand Steel Wire
• Shell Badge: P Badge
• Batter Head: Coated
• Resonant Head: Clear
• Hardware: Chrome
• Shell Finish: Brushed Copper
• Product Code: PAC1465SCOP

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