The TAMA 50th limited Mastercraft 14x5.5" steel snare drum delivers the iconic bright tone and crisp articulation that defined the sound of '80s music. This 50th anniversary reissue features a 1.2 mm steel shell and die-cast hoops for clear, cutting resonance and a clean attack. Complete with full-surface snare wires, the Mastercraft steel snare provides enhanced clarity and definition. Whether you play rock, pop or jazz fusion, this vintage-inspired snare helps you craft a dynamic sound with serious attitude.

Iconic '80s Steel Shell Sound

The steel snare's 1.2 mm steel shell produces the quintessential '80s snare tone that cut through mixes with aggressive authority. Steel transmits vibration with lightning-fast response, giving your backbeats, ghost notes and rim clicks an energetic, penetrating quality. Die-cast hoops focus the shell's resonance for maximum projection and cut. Play this snare, and you'll instantly recognize its role in shaping the sound of an era.

Enhanced Articulation

Full-surface snare wires provide extra contact points with the batter head to capture the steel snare's abundant overtones. This delivers crisp definition and clarity along with sensitivity to your lightest grace notes. The snare wires' broad surface also creates wider tonal variation from center to edge, giving you more expressive possibilities. For dynamic snare work where every stroke counts, the full-surface wires are ideal.

Vintage Looks, Modern Playability

While the Mastercraft steel snare recreates a retro look with its chrome finish and distinctive center bead, it also provides contemporary functionality. Its steel shell produces a wide tuning range to suit any genre. And at just 5.5" deep, the snare has a compact profile for easier positioning. Triple-flanged hoops allow precise, individual tensioning of the batter and snare sides for your optimal setup. This blend of vintage vibe and modern versatility inspires creativity.