For a lively snare with incredible clarity, you can't go wrong with the TAMA S.L.P. G-Maple snare drum. It's got a meaty attack with exceptional snap, and it's very sensitive, too — ghost notes come alive, and thanks to its 3.0mm Ultimate Steel Mighty Hoop, rimshots cut through every time. This 7-inch x 14-inch limited-edition maple snare has a slightly thicker 11mm, 13-ply shell that gives the S.L.P. G-Maple more volume and a fast response that's perfect for funk, pop, punk, gospel, and hip-hop styles, but deep enough to hold its own in rock and country settings as well. Tuned down, the S.L.P. G-Maple snare drum barks with the big dogs. Tune it up, and it cracks like lightning to cut through any mix. The outer ply is premium exotic natural zebrawood, adding some effortlessly elegant style. With its formidable volume and bright, powerful sound, the TAMA S.L.P. G-Maple snare drum delivers premium performance at an affordable price.
TAMA's Sound Lab Project series provides quality snares for less
The TAMA S.L.P. G-Maple snare drum is part of the manufacturer's S.L.P. series of snares, created to give you access to a wide range of distinctive snare sounds at a great price. Just like every S.L.P. series snare, this drum's components were chosen specifically to give it a characteristic sound.
Put decades of TAMA know-how to work for you
With over 40 years of experience, TAMA knows what drummers really want. This is why — no matter how long you've been playing the drums, no matter what budget you have to work with — TAMA has the drums and hardware you need, want, and can afford. Top rhythm keepers such as Bill Bruford, Mike Portnoy, Simon Phillips, and Stewart Copeland play TAMA drums, so you're in excellent company when you outfit your kit with TAMA.