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Maier Drums Blue Sparkle Japanese 14x5.5" Mahogany Snare

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The Blue Sparkle Japanese 14x5.5" Mahogany Snare by Maier

The Maier Blue Sparkle Japanese 14x5.5" Mahogany Snare delivers a warm, vintage-inspired tone with the visual punch of a classic blue sparkle finish. Crafted with a mahogany shell, it produces a rich low-end presence, smooth midrange, and controlled high frequencies, making it ideal for blues, rock, pop, and studio applications. The 14x5.5" size offers excellent versatility, balancing crisp articulation with full-bodied backbeats. Its responsive attack and warm sustain make it equally suited for dynamic ghost notes and solid rimshots. Designed with quality Japanese craftsmanship, this snare combines reliable performance with timeless aesthetic appeal.

Specs:

• Size: 14" x 5.5"
• Shell: Mahogany
• Finish: Blue Sparkle
• Origin: Japan
• Shell Construction: Multi-ply
• Hoops: Triple-flanged
• Lug Configuration: 10 lugs
• Throw-off: Standard snare strainer
• Heads: Factory fitted drumheads

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