Yamaha brass snare drum 14" x 5.5"
If you're looking for a brass snare drum in the classic 14" x 5.5" size, the Yamaha RRS1455 Recording Custom Brass offers a clear and well-considered build. Its 1.2 mm brass shell forms the core of this Yamaha snare, combined with a 45-degree bearing edge and a 2.4 mm snare bed for precise contact with the snare wires.
The gold finish gives the Yamaha RRS1455 a striking look. With its combination of size, brass shell and detailed shell design, this snare drum suits drummers who choose their drum kit or setup with close attention to construction and adjustment.
Construction and hardware of the Yamaha RRS1455
The hoop is a 2.3 mm steel Dyna Hoop with 10 holes. Yamaha also uses one-piece lugs with an Internal Lug Lock Mechanism, keeping the construction clean and functional.
For snare operation, it uses a Q type strainer and DC3 type butt-end. On top, Yamaha fits a Remo Ambassador Coated batter head, while the bottom side uses a Yamaha Remo Ambassador Snare head.
Snare wires and setup options
This Recording Custom Brass snare drum comes with an SN1425H snare wire set with 25 strands in high carbon steel, plus an extra SN1410H with 10 strands. That gives you two configurations right away, depending on how you want to set up your Yamaha snare drum.
That makes the Yamaha RRS1455 a good match for a setup where you want to work deliberately on response and snare character. If you have questions about setup or parts, Magna Music can also help with practical advice from musicians in the shop and workshop.
