DW introduce the all-new Collector’s Series Space Carbon snares, which is meant to be ‘an out of this world sonic alternative to wood and metal snares‘.
The properties of carbon fiber have given the composite material a legendary reputation among drummers across the globe as well as musical genres. Its strength-to-weight ratio combined with a non-porous, glass-like reflection make it the perfect snare material to deliver brightness, articulation, volume, projection and dynamic range. Its tonal properties offer a different sonic quality to that of metal or wood drums.
DW’s chief drum designer and wood whisperer, John Good, comments: “These drums do something completely different from any of the wood species I’ve tried, or metal for that matter. We’ve even used concrete! There have been so many different materials over the years, both organic and synthetic, but this one has a character all its own. Big thanks to our good friend Jim Keltner for sending us in this direction, he’s Mr. Experimental! ”
Utilizing upcycled, high-grade carbon fiber from private sector space manufacturing, the snares are available in DW’s most popular (6.5 x 14”, 5.5 x 14”), as well as new Piπ (3.14 x 14”) sizes. Space Carbon snares are assembled by hand at the California Custom Shop, and can be ordered in any available hardware color option. Customers can choose from chrome, satin chrome, nickel, black nickel and gold. Professional-grade features include MAG or Mini MAG Throw-Off™, 3P (3 Position) butt plate, True-Pitch 50™ tuning, True-Hoops™, True-Tone Snare Wires™, DW Heads™ by Remo®.
As DW say in their press statement: ‘The otherworldly Space Carbon snares are extremely versatile and produce a truly heavenly sound‘. Let’s check them out, then!
