Acrylic Snare Drums
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Acrylic Snare Drums in Fareham, Hampshire
Acrylic Snare Drums: New and Used
An acrylic snare drum is loud, present and instantly recognisable. The material has been part of drumming since the early 1970s, and it still stands out on stage and in photographs.
Browse our current acrylic snares, and try one in our Fareham showroom to hear how it compares with wood and metal.
The Sound of Acrylic
These are general characters. Depth, hoops, heads and tuning all shape the final sound.
Fast and glassy
A fast attack with a glassy top end.
Loud and present
Very loud and present, with strong projection.
More forward
More immediate and forward than wood, and it can sound harder and more aggressive.
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Try Before You Buy
Hear acrylic snare drums in person
No two snares sound alike, and the best way to choose is to hear them side by side. Our showroom has snares to try, with working drummers on hand to help. Check the product page before you travel to see whether a snare is in store.
Unit 5 Axis Park, Newgate Lane, Fareham, PO14 1FD
01329 834012
Acrylic Snare Drum FAQs
What does an acrylic snare drum sound like?
It has a fast attack, a glassy top end and strong projection. It is more immediate and forward than wood.
Is an acrylic snare louder than a wood snare?
Acrylic is very loud and present, and it can sound harder and more aggressive than wood snares.
Do you sell used acrylic snare drums?
Browse our used snare drums for the latest arrivals, and see our Part Exchange and Buy-ins page if you have one to sell.
Can I try an acrylic snare before I buy?
Yes, in our Fareham showroom. In-stock items can be at the store or the warehouse, so check the product page before you travel.
