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What are piccolo snares used for?
The piccolo snare is a type of snare used by drummers seeking a higher-pitched sound from their snare. Because the piccolo snare has a narrower depth than that of the marching snare or set snare, a higher-pitched “pop” is more widely associated with it.
Are Ludwig snare drums good?
Ludwig Snare Drums are the most toured and recorded snare drum in the world and with good reason. From the smooth round perfection of the bearing edge to the precision form of the snare bed, Ludwig Snare Drums are in a league of their own.
How deep is a piccolo snare?
4.5 inches
A piccolo snare drum measures between 3 inches (7.6 cm) and 4.5 inches (11.43 cm) deep. Comparatively, the orchestra or band snare measures 6 inches (15 cm), meaning the depth of a piccolo snare is only about half the depth of a traditional orchestra or band snare drum.
What drummers use a piccolo snare?
David Garibaldi, one of the most famous funk drummers, uses one (14″x3. 5″ Yamaha brass DG signature model). Also many other drummers use these types of snares. It produces a high pitch foundamental note and a loud, sensitive “crack”.
What size is a piccolo snare drum?
13″ x 3.5″
Oak Wood Finish 13” Piccolo Snare Drum Specifications
| Piccolo Snare Drum 13″ x 3.5″ by Griffin|100% Poplar Wood Shell Black Hickory | Griffin Snare Drum | Poplar Wood Shell 14″ x 5.5″ | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Griffin | Griffin |
| Size | 13″ x 3.5″ | 13″ x 3.5″ |
| Drum Shell Type | 7.5mm poplar wood 3-ply | 7.5mm poplar wood 3-ply |
| Color | Black Hickory | Black |
What snare drum did John Bonham use?
Ludwig Supraphonic LM402 snare drum
The Legendary Bonham Snare The performance-proven Ludwig Supraphonic LM402 snare drum was the first choice of legendary drummer John Bonham and can be heard on most of Led Zeppelin’s classic recordings.
What size is a piccolo snare?
What is considered a deep snare?
As a general rule, the smaller the diameter of the drum is, the higher its pitch. A snare with a 15” diameter will sound deep and fat, while a 10” diameter will produce a thinner, sharper sound. Furthermore, the deeper in size a snare gets the more body it has, though this has little influence on the pitch.
What is the most recorded snare drum?
Ludwig Supraphonic
The Signature Model: Ludwig Supraphonic 14” x 5” The Ludwig Supraphonic is arguably the most-recorded snare drum in history.
What makes a good snare?
A good snare drum sound will come from a well tuned drum that respects its diameter in relation to the pitch it’s tuned to. You can crank up a larger diameter drum so it’s high pitched, but the sound quality can drop off fast.