Thinking about making a snare drum, but what material, snare wires, bearing and depth should I use for a fat and "ringyish" 70's rock sound (VanHal1)?

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

I am making a group with some people on the internet and my cheap Basix Classic Series 14x5 snare sounded like (yk what). Put some new heads and tried playing with the snare wires and now it sounds better; but I messed up the snare wire. In anyway, I wanna build my own snare, that sounds like a 1970's rock punchy and "ringyish" snare (check video for example)

I was thinking about using brass or aluminum to make that type of sound, and using a Pinstripe Ebony tom drumhead as batter
But for the bearing, depth and snare side, I dont know...
Please help me!!

 

[green glass drum]

For the material......I suggest Ludaloy.

 

[Winston_Wolf]

Yes, I would just get a Ludwig 402, use the stock heads and wires, and call it done.

 

[Iristone]

For "ringish" you may want to try an Emperor head, or an Ambassador dampened to taste. A Pinstripe may not give you enough ring.

 

[Winston_Wolf]

For "ringish" you may want to try an Emperor head, or an Ambassador dampened to taste. A Pinstripe may not give you enough ring.

I've tried a Pinstripe batter on a snare a few times, and it's certainly "a" sound but I've had better results with a generic Ambassador or Emperor-type head and (maybe) a little more muffling IF I'm wanting a general snare drum sound.

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

its also in the idea of affordability
cuz im also broke and i need a snare asap
like ye i could buy aluminium and make the snare myself

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

the 402s come at like 800 but i cant even afford a new off brand kit (budget is around 200-300)

 

[Swissward Flamtacles]

the 402s come at like 800 but i cant even afford a new off brand kit (budget is around 200-300)

Building stuff yourself adds up quickly. It should be cheaper to get a used 14x6.5 steel snare: 70-90s Tama, Premier, Sonor, ... or more recent models: Pearl Sensitone, Mapex Black Panther, those Worldmax brass snares, Tama SLP.

 

[Iristone]

Tama SLP, Pearl Sensitone, Ludwig Acrolite, Sonor Kompressor all make affordable aluminium snares. Also check out vintage Premier Hi-Fi and 2000, these are hidden gems in terms of aluminium snare.

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

what about the supralite? some people recommended me (cuz its like supraphonic but cheaper?)

 

[alparrott]

what about the supralite? some people recommended me (cuz its like supraphonic but cheaper?)

The Supralite is steel as opposed to the 402's aluminium "Ludalloy", but it's one of the best regarded steel snares out there. Punches way above its weight and is within your budget.

Other well-regarded steel snares that might give you what you're looking for: the Yamaha Stage Custom steel snare, the Tama Metalworks black steel snare, Metalworks 8" deep stainless or SLP Big Black steel. All within your budget (and don't forget, you can also look for used drums).

 

[Winston_Wolf]

what about the supralite? some people recommended me (cuz its like supraphonic but cheaper?)

Supralites are great! Highly recommended!

The Yamaha steel shell Stage Custom is another drum that's a great value.

 

[wildbill]

Go with one of the ones recommended already. You can get more specific when you've got the budget for it.

 

[green glass drum]

Yeah....these guys know their stuff....building is expensive.
BUT....a used 6.5 Supralite........is so much cheaper.....and pretty great too....for what you are looking for.
Good Luck Sir.

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

hmm, to close this, what about the black panther snare by mapex?

 

[Rocko]

Yes, I would just get a Ludwig 402, use the stock heads and wires, and call it done.

I agree can’t go wrong with Ludwig or a 14x8 DW chrome snare.

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

I agree can’t go wrong with Ludwig or a 14x8 DW chrome snare.

i wouldnt afford a dw snare man :/ to sad they are tbh overpriced

 

[harryconway]

I am making a group with some people on the internet and my cheap Basix Classic Series 14x5 snare sounded like (yk what).

What material is this snare made out of? I'm looking for it, and all I'm finding is a Classic Series drum set. That comes with a wood snare.

I wanna build my own snare, that sounds like a 1970's rock punchy and "ringyish" snare (check video for example)

If you're on a strict budget, I don't see this approach as being very cost effective.

I was thinking about using brass or aluminum to make that type of sound, and using a Pinstripe Ebony tom drumhead as batter ....

Cheapest Aluminum shell I can find is $118. Brass is even more. Then you need hoops, snare, throw off, butt plate, lugs & tension rods.

Please help me!!

$160 will get you a new Yamaha 14x6.5 Stage Custom steel snare. You can find used steel snares for less.

hmm, to close this, what about the black panther snare by mapex?

Which one? Made of what? Cost?

 

[gabrieldeoliveira_intl]

What material is this snare made out of? I'm looking for it, and all I'm finding is a Classic Series drum set. That comes with a wood snare.

Correct

If you're on a strict budget, I don't see this approach as being very cost effective.

Well its the type of music i wanna make but I can put a fat snare ring

Cheapest Aluminum shell I can find is $118. Brass is even more. Then you need hoops, snare, throw off, butt plate, lugs & tension rods.

I meant making a shell from scratch btw

$160 will get you a new Yamaha 14x6.5 Stage Custom steel snare. You can find used steel snares for less.

I will take a look at that yeah

Which one? Made of what? Cost?

Well idk, I have been looking at the series but idk what precise model

 

[mikyok]

Worldmax black hawk NOB. 14 X 6.5 if you want a great snare for that AVH sound but don't want to break the bank.

You really can't go wrong with a 402 though which is his sound.