Gretsch Drums S1-6514WH-BSH 14" Snare Drum

The Gretsch S1-6514WH-BSH is a 6.5x14" snare drum that pairs a 1.2mm black steel shell with 13-ply maple wood hoops, creating an unconventional combination that delivers a warm, open tone with the added tactile character of wood rims.

1.2mm Black Steel Shell

The thin-gauge black steel shell provides a focused, cutting tone with the inherent brightness and projection of metal, while the 1.2mm wall thickness keeps the response lively and sensitive.

13-Ply Maple Wood Hoops

Wood hoops warm the overall sonic picture compared to metal hoops, softening the rimshot tone and adding a darker, woodier character that blends the metal shell's projection with a more organic edge.

45-Degree Bearing Edges

Forty-five degree bearing edges maximise the contact area between head and shell, contributing to a full, even tone across the drum head and a clear, precise attack.