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Sonor Sig Gavin Harrison 12" Protean Snare Premium Edition

12x5 Birch 6mm inc two keys, three Damp Rings, Snare Wires and Hardcase

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Product Description

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Here's what Sonor have to say about the The Gavin Harrison "Protean" Signature snare drums

In late 2011, SONOR and Gavin began working on the “Protean” project with the goal to create a snare drum that is as musically versatile as Gavin himself. The name “Protean” comes from Greek mythology meaning “versatile” and “diverse”. Gavin wanted this snare drum to be a daily workhorse instrument that can be quickly altered to suit the musical situation.

Here's what Gavin Harrison has to say about it

When I had the chance to design this Snare Drum together with SONOR I knew exactly what I wanted to achieve because it is based on my experience of the last 30 years playing professionally. I chose the shell material, the hybrid bearing edges, the dampening rings, the S-Hoop and the 8-strand snare wires because I know they work in all sorts of different situations. We called the drum ‘Protean’ because it’s versatile and you can change the features very quickly to get a sound that will be musically right. I wanted the look of the drum to be able to fit in with any drum set. It has a sleek Art Deco look about it with a classic black satin finish.

It‘s the best of vintage meets modern innovation and to play it is my dream come true.

Construction and Finish

The Signature Snare is handcrafted in Germany and will be offered in two sizes: 14" x 5.25"  and 12" x 5". They are made from 6-ply, premium hand-selected Birch wood to make a thin 6mm shell.
The timeless Silky Black finish is offset by white underlays between the chrome fittings and the shell.

Hybrid Bearing Edges

The Snare reintroduces the vintage round bearing edge on top which SONOR last produced in 1975. On the bottom a modern 45 degree bearing edge is featured.

Vintage Lugs

Gavin‘s choice of lugs are the vintage Phonic lugs to add “mass” to the shell while eliminating stress from high tension.

Hybrid Hoops

The Snares feature S-Hoops on the top side, and a special open, triple-flanged steel hoop on the bottom.

Dual Glide System

Gavin loved the benefits of the new Dual Glide Snare System, but took the idea a little further. The open bottom hoop makes the Dual Glide strainer even more versatile, as multiple snare wires can be used and exchanged quickly. Tuning the bottom head with the snares off is much easier.

Exclusive Snare Wires

Gavin designed three special 8 strand snare wire configurations. The standard assembled snare wire is the “Straight 8”, which features 8 Stainless Steel strands in the center position.
Available in the Premium Edition are: “EQ” - features 8 Bronze strands off center. “Spacer” - features 8 Brass strands in different diameter and unique spacing in between the strands. Both Premium Edition wires come in a exclusive and unique wooden box.

Unique Dampening Rings

Another special feature is a set of three newly designed dampening rings (Light, Medium, Heavy) and they sit perfectly under the S-Hoop rim.
Any range of overtone dampening can be achieved by using them separately or combined.

Drumheads

The snares are equipped with a Remo USA CS white coated, black dot batter head and a SONOR Medium Resonance head by Remo USA.

New "Protean" Tuning Keys

As a touring Pro, Gavin has to tune and exchange heads on a regular basis. Over the years he developed his own technique, which led to the development of a set of two special designed tuning keys. The Protean keys make the exchange of heads and tuning, easier, faster and more convenient.

Premium Edition

The Premium Edition additionally includes a unique Protean case, made by Hardcase UK. The case contains the “EQ” and “Spacer” snare wires, secured in a wooden box, separated from the drum itself.

Specifications

  • Shell hardware finish: chrome plated
  • Item name: Snare Drum
  • Series: Signature
  • Shell material: Birch
  • Shell construction: Medium
  • Lugs configuration: TuneSafe
  • Snare strainer: Dual Glide System
  • Item description: SSD 13 12x5 GH Premium Edition
  • Snare wire wires: 1 x SW 1208 S "Straight 8", 8 stainless steel wires centrally positioned - pre-Assembled; 1 x SW 1208 MS "Spacer", 8 brass wires in unique spacing and 1 x SW 1208 B "EQ", 8 Bronze wires off center - stored in a exclusive wooden box
  • Item no.: 11177201
  • Unit: 1 piece; includes: 1 x Protean 12" snare drum; 3 x dampening ring (Light, Medium, Heavy); 2 x Protean tuning key; 1 x Snare wire wooden box; 1 x Protean case by Hardcase
  • Shell plies: 6 plies
  • Shell finish outside: Semi Gloss Black Lacquer 13118
  • Shell size: 12" x 5"
  • Shell thickness: 6 mm
  • Batter head: REMO USA CS Controlled Sound, white coated, black dot on bottom, single ply
  • Resonance head: REMO Ambassador Resonance, smooth clear, single ply
  • Hoop: Hybrid Hoops: S-Hoop on top, special 2.3 mm Power Hoop with cutaway on bottom
  • Tension rods: 16 square head screws
  • Bearing edge: Hybrid Bearing Edges: Vintage round on top, modern 45 degree on bottom
Specifications
Brand
Sonor
Finish Type
Lacquered
Shell Material
Birch
Depth
5"

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