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TAMA has taken their Stave Ash Snare production into the realm of their Star Reserve Series, applying their highest level of specialized craftsmanship to a new and universally appealing 6.5-inch x 14-inch design. Leveraging 16 staves of precision-cut ash, this snare boasts a 10mm thick shell that pairs perfectly with TAMA's premium 10-hole, 2.3mm die-cast hoops to effortlessly deliver the dense and powerful cut you'd expect from a mid-sized snare. Characterized by its clear attack with plenty of jump, the Star Reserve Stave Ash Snare immediately caught the attention of Sweetwater drummers due its quick and precise response ? it's proved to be just as reliable for ghost noting and long rolling as it is for defining those classic 2s and 4s. Outfitted with desirable high-grade TAMA hardware trappings, this snare is ready to take command of any stage or studio.





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Highly adjustable Linear-Drive strainer system





The Star Reserve Stave Ash Snare takes sound control to new heights with its Linear-Drive strainer. It is engineered to help you achieve a better command of its lever adjustment arm, while also remaining more precise during deployment. This aptly named system functions in an even, linear motion that reduces excess noise when the snare wires contact the underside of the drum. A ratchet system integrated into its tension adjustment mechanism gives you the freedom to tighten your snare wires with ease, offering micro adjustments that will help you establish the right amount of snap to match your sound.





Outfitted with lightweight single-piece lugs





You’ll find the same smart construction throughout the rest of this snare’s hardware appointments, especially in the 10 MSL90S single-piece lugs. With a clean, classy silhouette, these lugs line the outside of the snare to provide maximum drumhead tension adjustment, while simultaneously utilizing a bridge construction to drastically reduce contact with the exterior of your snare’s shell. Additionally, their single-piece design reduces the weight of the snare, opening up the tonal characteristics of the shell for added resonance.





TAMA Star Reserve Stave Ash Snare Drum Features:


6.5 inches (depth) x 14 inches (diameter)


16-stave, 10mm ash shell construction delivers a dense, cutting attack


10-hole, 2.3mm die cast hoops with lightweight single-piece lugs


Linear-Drive strainer movement drastically improves sound control


Ratchet system within its tension adjustment mechanism allows for plenty of precise changes to snare tension


Hi-carbon snare wire is sensitive and provides an incredibly crisp snap