Details
The Reference Series snare drums feature 20 ply shells with 6 inner plies of Birch and 14 outer plies of Maple, making it one of the loudest wood snare drums available. The 6 inner plies of Birch provides cut and attack while the outer 14 plies of Maple provide warmth and solid midrange punch. The shell's 45° bearing edge provides minimum head dampening for intense crack and attack.
- 6 inner plies birch
- 14 outer plies maple
- 45° bearing edge<
Specs
Pearl Reference Series Snare Drums
3 Shell Sizes
Reference Series Snare drums are available in 3 shell sizes to suit individual preferences and tastes: 14"x 5", 14"x 6.5" and 13"x 6.5". All feature pivoting lugs to assure perfect tension rod alignment for maximum resonance, MasterCast die cast hoops, SR-1000 GlideLock strainer, and UltraSound snares.
SR-1000 GlideLock Strainer
The SR-1000 GlideLock strainer features a locking lever that will not disengage no matter how hard you play yet releases easily with a push of a button. The snare tension knob also locks to retain snare tension settings. Simply push and turn the knob to adjust and release to lock. Special low-friction "bearings" and high precison castings assure smooth, gliding action.
SN-1420D/SN-1320D UltraSound Snares
The SN-1420D/SN-1320D UltraSound snares feature graduated tension with looser snares at the sides and tighter snares in the center. The looser snares respond to the lightest touch while the tighter snares keep their focus during loud play thus giving UltraSound snares extended sensitivity and dynamic range.
Dynamic Finishes
Reference Series snare drums are available in 6 dynamic finishes: Purple Craze, Granite Sparkle, CopperFire Sparkle, Scarlet Fade, Twilight Fade, and Rootbeer Fade.
The Heart & Soul
The heart and soul of your kit is your snare drum and the Reference Series Snare Drums shines through loud and clear.
Customer Review
"Great drum, but hardware needs improvement" by T.J.
Musical Experience: Working drummer
Style of Music: All styles / session player
Hometown: Guam
I purchased my 14x6.5 reference a year and a half ago. I absolutely love this drum! However the bridge lugs with swivel function system is weak and for situations where high tension tuning is required the castings tend to break.... I just recently noticed cracking on ALL of the upper sections of the castings. On certain gigs, I use high tuning but nothing that I would call extreme. I was very disappointed that after spending $ 520.00 that this would be an issue. Pearl did a wonderful job on every other aspect of the drum, but I think they tried to cut costs or something by using cheap castings. If they could "beef up" this lug system then there would be absolutely No Issues with this drum. All in all the sounds available from these snares are amazing; the rim shots are just beautiful!!
Price: $629.99 - $699.99 
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