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Need a little something extra for your drum kit, but aren't sure what you want? Sweetwater recommends the TAMA Metalworks Effect Series snare. This ultra-thin snare has a 1.0mm steel shell that gives it a sharp, cutting tone while the half-snare wire configuration provides a lively snap with a very short sustain. When you play it, this snare will jump right to the forefront of the mix and quickly get out of the way. Don't want to lug another snare stand into the venue? Not a problem, the Metalworks Effect Series snare includes an MC69 single tom attachment to eliminate the need for a stand. The TAMA Metalworks Effect Series snare comes with a top-only triple-flanged hoop that makes it easy to dial in the perfect tone.





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1.0 mm steel shell





Drummers around the world gravitate to steel snare drums for the way their standout power complements the sensitive attack. This snare is no different. Made with a 1.0mm shell, The TAMA Metalworks steel snare delivers a quick, sharp crack that will slice right through the mix when you need it to.





Mod-Tone system provides effortless snare wire adjustment





Getting the perfect snare wire tension isn't always easy. And when it is easy, you sacrifice precision. To help you avoid that issue, TAMA equipped this snare with their Mod-Tone system. You'll enjoy smooth and precise snare wire adjustment without any hassle. When you've got the Mod-Tone system on your snare, you won't struggle with your strainer!





Triple-flanged hoops add extra power





TAMA equipped the Metalworks Effect Series snare with triple-flanged hoops for a classic, open tone. The classic triple-flanged construction adds a noticeable punch to your strokes for a little extra power. You'll enjoy how they allow the character of steel shell to shine through.





TAMA Metalworks Effect Series 14-inch Snare Drum Features:


Effects snare for applications where your current snare won't cut it


Half-snare wire provides sharp crack and short sustain


1.0mm steel shell provides bold, cutting tone


Mod-Tone system provides easy, smooth snare wire adjustment


Included MC69 attachment mounts to a tom stand for easy setup


Triple-flanged hoop adds extra punch