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As with the introduction of Stage Custom in 1995 Yamaha once again sets the standards of value and sound. The shell is a key factor in a drum's ability to "rumble," or resonate. Accordingly, the Stage Custom employs 100% birch - a classic in the realm of high-class drum kits. Moreover, with its six-ply structure the Stage Custom accurately conveys the vibrations produced at the impact surface, achieving performance that overwhelms anything in its class.

This snare is fitted with 1.5 mm steel triple-flange hoops, a B-Type side throw-off and Remo heads.
Yamaha Stage Custom Birch Snare 14 x 5.5 in. Honey Amber

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Configuration
  • Snare: 14" x 5-1/2"
  • Total Pieces: 1
Extras
  • Case: not applicable
  • Stand: not applicable
Shells
  • Shell material: Birch
  • Construction: 6-Ply
  • Thickness (mm): 6
  • Bearing edge: 45
  • Reinforcement ring: Not applicable
Hardware
  • Material: Steel
  • Hoops: Triple-flange
  • Lugs: Patented
  • Throw-off: Side
  • Internal muffler: not applicable
  • Snares: Steel Carbon
Other
  • Heads: Remo
  • Finish: Lacquer
  • Country of origin: China

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4.64

11 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

It only looks like you spent alot of money.

Was concerned about how well it projected. Since, my old one, that I've had for 30+ years, is a Steel 14x7 snare drum -very responsive and really projects I wanted to replace with something comparable.. After tuning this new snare upstairs, it sounded kind of weak, but then I put it with my 7 pc. set downstairs and it projects just as well. Even better its very crisp and warm, which makes it great for soft or hard music. You tube had a million videos on this drum and it sounded great on all of them. Looks sharp, sounds sharp! People will probably think I spent a lot of money on it, but I didn't (under $120!). Only cons: 2 dark lines in the finish but hardly noticeable. only took 2 moongels to get rid of reverb. Purred like a kitten after that.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Surprising quality and sound

Got this to experiment with, and to use in low-fi situations, because I trust Yamaha's QC and my own ability to make even low-grade drums sound pretty good, and because the price on sale was just too good to pass up. The build quality surpassed my expectations, and without even changing the factory heads it tuned up into a respectable-sounding unit-- as good as drums 4-5x the price I paid.The "boxiness," evinced by most cheap snare drums, is only slight, and I expect to eradicate it by switching to a more substantial batter hoop.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Accompaniment5
  2. Small Venues5
  3. Jazz Clubs4
  4. Soundtracks2
  5. Rehearsals1
Cons
  1. Cheap snare wires1
  2. Flat Sound1
  3. Too Much Reverb1
  4. A bit boxy-sounding1
  5. Lugs come out of time doesn't stay in tune1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Professional Musician3
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Great Sound9
  2. Responsive6
  3. Versatile4
  4. Huge Tone3
  5. Sensitive3

Reviewed by 11 customers

  • Great sound

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 months ago

    byMike

    fromSnohomish, WA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Practice snare. Sounds great out of the box, but better once the heads and snares are replaced.

  • I would buy this product in different colors again.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byRonald

    fromElon, NC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this snare drum for rehearsals and church. It sounds amazing in both environments. It's turned to the way I like.

  • Great Sound

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byRoy

    fromBirmingham Alabama

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This snare compliments greatly to my current Yamaha set!

  • Love the Gear

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byZibeon

    fromMacon,Georgia

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The Yamaha Stage snare sounds great I definitely love the color plus with the Remo Controlled Sounded Head made it sound even better and Zildjian stick bag came in handy I really needed that to replace my last stick bag.

  • I'd buy it again.

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byPortabote

    fromFlorida

    Very attractive and versatile addition to my kit. I plan to use it to enhance the kit that I use at church.

  • Surprising quality and sound

    3

    submitted6 years ago

    byProfessorbarefoot

    fromCambridge, MA, USA

    Got this to experiment with, and to use in low-fi situations, because I trust Yamaha's QC and my own ability to make even low-grade drums sound pretty good, and because the price on sale was just too good to pass up. The build quality surpassed my expectations, and without even changing the factory heads it tuned up into a respectable-sounding unit-- as good as drums 4-5x the price I paid.The "boxiness," evinced by most cheap snare drums, is only slight, and I expect to eradicate it by switching to a more substantial batter hoop.

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