Gretsch Drums BK65148MSVASP Broadkaster VB 14x6.5-inch snare ASP

General

In the 1950s, Gretsch Drums introduced the Broadkaster series, a line of drum kits that was to achieve a legendary status. Now, a modern take on the old classic has been issued. Bax-shop offers various of these new Broadkaster shell set configurations, with the snare drums to match. This Broadkaster Vintage Build 14 x 6.5-inch snare drum is the perfect addition to your Vintage Build shell set with Anniversary Sparkle finish. The shell of the snare consists of two plies of maple with a ply of poplar in between, guaranteeing a full, warm tone.

Vintage Build 14 x 6.5-inch snare drum Anniversary Sparkle: bearing edges

The shell of the Broadkaster Vintage Build 14 x 6.5-inch snare drum has a 30-degree bearing edge that is angled toward the interior - a technique that ensures a wide tonal range and maximises attack and projection. The thin hybrid shell is reinforced by means of an interior-ply scarf joint. The 3mm-thick 302 double-flanged hoops of the snare are nearly identical to the Stick Chopper hoops from the 1950s, but are made from a more rugged type of steel, resulting in a more open sound than a die-cast hoop would deliver. Additionally, the 302 hoops add more ambient overtones to the overall sound of the snare.

Vintage

This Broadkaster snare drum almost breathes vintage, featuring classic lugs, Vintage Diamond plates and a Gretsch Microsensitive throw-off. A particularly practical gizmo is the Gretsch G5447MT snap-in key holder that safely holds your drum key for you after you're done tuning up. The Anniversary Sparkle 14-inch snare drum is adorned with the familiar copper Gretsch USA Round Badge, and comes with Remo Permatone drumheads that feature the Gretsch logo.

• Please note: the first image shows the 14 x 5-inch edition. The 14 x 6.5-inch snare drum will be delivered.