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Pearl Primal Series14x5.5 Brass Shell Snare Drum
Built to get the job done for advancing and gigging drummers.
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose Click and Collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team on 01483 456777 for assistance with placing your order.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that stock availability can change quickly both online and in-store, so we would always recommend placing your Click and Collect order as soon as possible to reserve your item.
SKU: PSC1455B
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Product Description
The Pearl Primal Series 14x5.5 Brass Shell Snare Drum is built to be a reliable, no-nonsense workhorse for advancing and gigging drummers. With its 1 mm beaded brass shell, centred tone and vibrant projection, it delivers a punchy, musical voice that drops straight into almost any style without fuss or frills.
Stripped back to its most honest format, this Primal Collective model focuses on pure, fundamental snare sound. The brushed natural brass finish, robust triple-flanged hoops and purpose-designed PSC dual lugs all work together to give you consistent tuning, solid feel and a responsive crack that holds its own in rehearsal rooms, studios and on stage.
Centred, Vibrant Brass Tone
At the heart of this snare is a 1 mm beaded brass shell that offers a powerful blend of cut and warmth. The brass construction gives you a bright, articulate crack with plenty of body, while the beaded design adds focus and control. Whether tuned high for pop and funk or lower for rock and heavier styles, the drum speaks clearly in the mix with a centred, musical voice.
Primal Design Philosophy
Each Primal Series snare is built around its most authentic, foundational format, free from unnecessary gimmicks or over-complication. That means you get a drum that simply does its job: projecting a pure, fundamental snare tone that is easy to tune, easy to play and dependable in any environment. It is a straightforward, player-focused instrument that lets your hands and your music do the talking.
Durable Hoops and Hardware
2.3 mm triple-flanged hoops come as standard, providing a solid, familiar feel under the sticks with excellent tuning stability. These hoops are built to withstand regular gigging and rehearsal, while allowing the shell to resonate naturally for a lively, open response. Paired with Pearl snare wires and a smooth-action strainer, the hardware is designed to stay out of your way and keep performing night after night.
PSC Dual Lug Architecture
The PSC dual lugs are mounted centrally on the shell with an arched design that minimises contact with the brass. This helps the shell vibrate more freely, enhancing resonance and sustain, while the added mass of the lugs contributes to a solid, controlled feel. The result is a snare that tunes evenly, holds its pitch and delivers a confident, professional response under the stick.
Features
- 1 mm Beaded Brass Shell - The thin, beaded brass shell produces a lively, centred tone with a bright crack and warm undertone, making it versatile enough for everything from tight, articulate grooves to fat backbeats.
- Primal, No-Frills Construction - Designed around pure, fundamental snare sound, the Primal Series avoids unnecessary extras so you get a straightforward, reliable drum that is easy to tune and consistent in any playing situation.
- 2.3 mm Triple-Flanged Hoops - Strong triple-flanged hoops provide excellent tuning integrity and durability, while allowing the shell to breathe and resonate for an open, musical response under the sticks.
- PSC Dual Centre Lugs - The central, arch-shaped dual lugs reduce shell contact and increase hardware mass, improving resonance and sustain while offering stable, even tuning across the head.
Specifications
Shell
- Size: 14 x 5.5
- Shell Material: 1 mm Beaded Brass
- Finish: Brushed Natural Brass
Hardware
- Lugs: PSC Dual Lugs (PSCL55)
- Hoops: 2.3 mm Triple-Flanged Hoops (RIM1410PSC / RIM1410PSCS)
- Snare Wires: SR-01ERSH
- Strainer: SR-01NRS
