Snare Drums: The Heartbeat of Your Drum Kit
The snare drum is the most distinctive part of any drum kit, delivering sharp, crisp tones that define your unique drumming style. At Drum Central, we stock an extensive range of snare drums, catering to all genres and skill levels—from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Popular Snare Drum Ranges
Explore some of the most sought-after snare drums in the industry:
- Ludwig Snare Drums: Renowned for their rich history and exceptional sound, Ludwig snares, such as the Supraphonic and Black Beauty, are staples for drummers worldwide, used in both live performances and studio recordings.
- Mapex Black Panther Snare Drums: Known for their premium build and bold, versatile tones, the Black Panther series offers professional-quality snares for players seeking precision and power.
- Mapex MPX Snare Drums: Designed for affordability without sacrificing quality, MPX snares are an excellent choice for beginners or drummers looking to expand their kit with reliable, great-sounding options.
- Pearl SensiTone Snare Drums: Praised for their sensitivity and dynamic range, SensiTone snares provide a versatile sound suitable for any musical style.
Snare Drums for Every Drummer
Our collection includes a wide variety of snare drum materials, sizes, and finishes to suit any playing style or genre. From the resonant tones of maple and birch to the bright crack of steel and brass, we have something for every drummer.
Shop Snare Drums at Drum Central
Drum Central is your one-stop shop for snare drums from leading brands like Ludwig, Mapex, Pearl, and more. Whether you’re upgrading your main snare or adding a secondary snare for creative versatility, you’ll find the perfect fit here.
Explore our selection and elevate your performance with a snare drum that matches your sound and style.
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14 X 6.5 Worldmax Black Brass Snare Drum
£238.9914 X 6.5 Worldmax Black Brass Snare Drum –
Worldmax 14×6.
Worldmax 14x6.5 Black Brass w/ Chrome Snare Drum Looking for a cheaper yet awesome version of a classic black brass snare drum, then look no further. The thin shell of this brass beauty gives it sup...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
DW Carbon Fiber, 14″ x 5.5″ Snare Drum
£1,030.00Carbon Fibre shells
Chrome hardware
DW True Hoops
DW MAG throw-off with 3P butt plate
DW True Tone snare wire
DW heads made by REMO USACarbon Fibre shells Chrome hardware DW True Hoops DW MAG throw-off with 3P butt plate DW True Tone snare wire DW heads made by REMO USA...
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Gretsch 14 x 6.5″ Black Nickel Over Steel Snare Drum
£220.00The 6
The 6.5x14” Black Nickel over Steel snare drum offers an ideal balance of power, sensitivity, beauty, and value all in one snare drum. Taking advantage of its wide tuning range, you can achieve eith...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig 14×6.5 Raw Brass Phonic Snare Drum
£831.00Ludwig 14×6.5 Raw Brass Phonic Snare Drum – A favourite of ours at Drum Central.
A favourite of ours at Drum Central. The Raw Brass Phonic is essentially a Black Beauty without the plating which leaves a raw earthy look meaning no two drums are the same. Made from a 1.2mm raw bras...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Acrolite 14×6.5″ Beaded Brushed Aluminum Snare Drum
£632.00Ludwig Acrolite 14×6.5″ Beaded Brushed Aluminum Snare Drum – Ludwig originally introduced the Acrolite Snare Drum in 1963 as a student drum.
Ludwig originally introduced the Acrolite Snare Drum in 1963 as a student drum. It quickly became the choice of professional drummers who craved a dry, cracking snare tone. Ludwig is proud to re-in...
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Ludwig Black Beauty 14×5″ Brass Snare Drum
£964.00Ludwig Black Beauty 14×5″ Brass Snare Drum – Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon.
Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon. Often imitated but never replicated the Black Beauty is what many other snares strive to be. Black Beauty snare drums provide a...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Black Beauty 14×6.5″ Brass Snare Drum
£1,039.00Ludwig Black Beauty 14×6.5″ Brass Snare Drum – Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon.
Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon. Often imitated but never replicated the Black Beauty is what many other snares strive to be. Black Beauty snare drums provide a...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Black Beauty Hot Rod 14x 6.5″ Snare Drum
Original price was: £1,115.00.£986.00Current price is: £986.00.Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon, Black Beauty snare drums provide a warm metallic tone that provides the back beat for many of the world’s…
Probably the drum that Ludwig has built their laudable reputation upon. Often imitated but never replicated the Black Beauty is what many other snares strive to be. Black Beauty snare drums provide a...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Supralite Snare Drum 14×5.5″
£254.00Modelled after the famous <a href=”https://www
Modelled after the famous Ludwig Supraphonic but designed as an affordable drum for intermediate drummers the Supralite brings sensitivity, aggressive cut and Ludwig's classic style without the eye wa...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Supralite Snare Drum 14×6.5″
£262.00Ludwig Supralite Snare Drum 14×6.5″ – Modelled after the famous <a href=”https://www.
Modelled after the famous Ludwig Supraphonic but designed as an affordable drum for intermediate drummers the Supralite brings sensitivity, aggressive cut and Ludwig's classic style without the eye wa...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Supraphonic LM400 14×5″ Snare Drum – Imperial Lugs
£749.00Ludwig Supraphonic LM400 14×5″ Snare Drum – Imperial Lugs – Supraphonic snare drums boast the title of most recorded snare drum in history.
Supraphonic snare drums boast the title of most recorded snare drum in history. From classic rock greats to Motown masters these drums have been heard on recordings by all of the greats. Made in th...
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Ludwig Supraphonic LM402 14×6.5″ Snare Drum – Imperial Lugs
£790.00Ludwig Supraphonic LM402 14×6.5″ Snare Drum – Imperial Lugs – Supraphonic snare drums boast the title of most recorded snare drum in history.
Supraphonic snare drums boast the title of most recorded snare drum in history. From classic rock greats to Motown masters these drums have been heard on recordings by all of the greats. Made in th...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Ludwig Universal Series Snare Drum 14×6.5″ – Brass w/Chrome
Original price was: £387.00.£369.00Current price is: £369.00.Universal Series snare drums are modelled after the legendary Black Beauty range of snare drums
Universal Series snare drums are modelled after the legendary Black Beauty range of snare drums. Aimed at intermediate level drummers Ludwig Universal snare drums are more than suitable for pro drumm...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Goblin 12 x 5.5″ Snare Drum
£289.00Designed to produce a tight and crisp sound that could cut through any mix, the Goblin is a mischievous beast that works well as an auxiliary snare drum
Designed to produce a tight and crisp sound that could cut through any mix, the Goblin is a mischievous beast that works well as an auxiliary snare drum....
Estimated Delivery Date 06/05/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Hydro 13 x 7″ Snare Drum
£362.00The Hydro is alive with fluid energy, deep and dark and bursting with character
The Hydro is alive with fluid energy, deep and dark and bursting with character. When the music calls for a small diameter sound packing the punch of a storm surge. ...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Metallion 14 x 5.5″ Snare Drum
£384.00The Metallion is the standard
The Metallion is the standard. The warm and centred characteristics of brass focus the sound with just the right amount of sensitive bite. ...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Nucleus Maple/Walnut 14 x 5.5″ Snare Drum
£346.00Built to be played hard and loud, this bad boy features an extra thick shell, rounded bearing edges and a deep snare bed for a thick, fat sound
Built to be played hard and loud, this bad boy features an extra thick shell, rounded bearing edges and a deep snare bed for a thick, fat sound. This is a heavyweight snare drum, notable for it’s sh...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Persuader 14 x 6.5″ Snare Drum
£481.00The Persuador leads with an authoritative darkness
The Persuador leads with an authoritative darkness. The hammered brass shell dispenses a formidable burst into the music with undeniable punch....
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Predator 14 x 6″ Copper Snare Drum
£433.00American drum company Mapex have been gradually building a name for themselves as the manufacturers of some of the highest quality drums and can now deservedly be called one of…
American drum company Mapex have been gradually building a name for themselves as the manufacturers of some of the highest quality drums and can now deservedly be called one of the market leaders of t...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Razor 14 x 5″ Snare Drum
£288.00The Razor produces a sharp, articulate, edgy snap at all dynamic levels gleaming with high end brilliance
The Razor produces a sharp, articulate, edgy snap at all dynamic levels gleaming with high end brilliance. Never dull, this all maple drum slices through anything in the mix....
Estimated Delivery Date 06/05/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Scorpion 14x 5.5″ Snare Drum
£309.00The Scorpion strikes with ultraprecision
The Scorpion strikes with ultraprecision. This uniquely wrapped standard-sized mahogany shell delivers a stark dry tone, with a scorching sting....
Estimated Delivery Date 06/05/2025 -
Mapex Black Panther Shadow 14 x 6.5 Snare Drum
£314.00The shadow is gloomy and lends a bit of obscurity to the mix when darkness is the prevailing musical character
The shadow is gloomy and lends a bit of obscurity to the mix when darkness is the prevailing musical character. Dusky and shady, this drum growls through any midnight groove. FEATURES: Birch/Walnu...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex BP Design Lab – “Cherrybomb” 14×6″
£400.00Mapex BP Design Lab – “Cherrybomb” 14×6″ –
Mapex BP Design Lab – Cherry Bomb 14×6″
The MAPEX™ Black Panther Design Lab Series embodies the performance qualities desired by top players.
Mapex BP Design Lab - Cherry Bomb 14x6" The MAPEX™ Black Panther Design Lab Series embodies the performance qualities desired by top players. These distinctive instruments have been engineered us...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025 -
Mapex MPX 14 x 6.5″ Snare Drum – Gloss Natural
£143.00MPX snare drums include new high-quality features designed to improve the sound and function while preserving the built-in value for which Mapex is known
MPX snare drums include new high-quality features designed to improve the sound and function while preserving the built-in value for which Mapex is known. New features such as snare throw offs taken f...
Estimated Delivery Date 22/04/2025
