Yamaha Recording Custom RRS1455 14″ x 5.5″ Brass Snare Drum

Precision and Power: The Yamaha Recording Custom RRS1455 Snare Drum

The Yamaha Recording Custom RRS1455 is a distinguished brass snare drum, representing a significant addition to Yamaha’s revered Recording Custom series.

This instrument is meticulously engineered to deliver a powerful yet nuanced sonic palette, characterized by limitless projection, rich sustain, and musical overtones, making it ideal for both demanding studio environments and dynamic live performances.

Key Features:

• Legacy and Steve Gadd’s Influence: Part of Yamaha’s iconic Recording Custom series, this snare drum was developed with direct input from legendary drummer Steve Gadd, ensuring superb consistency and optimal sound functionality.

• 1.2mm Brass Shell: The core of its distinctive voice, the 1.2mm brass shell delivers limitless projection and sustain, with musical overtones and fat rimshots, offering a dark intensity and warm ring.

• Revolutionary External Center Bead: A groundbreaking design with the metal center bead placed on the outside of the shell, producing a more open sound and crisp, articulate performance.

• Robust Q-Type Strainer: Features a heavy-duty Q-type strainer for solid, stable, and smooth operation, allowing for quick and precise snare wire adjustments and stealthy release during a take.

• Durable Dyna Hoops: Equipped with 2.3mm triple-flanged Dyna Hoops made of thick steel, enhancing punch and openness while providing a great-feeling attack and heightened sensitivity.

• Dual Snare Wire Options: Includes both a standard 20-strand snare wire and a Steve Gadd signature 10-strand snare wire (with middle four strands removed) for enhanced cutoff, crisper staccato tones, and reduced sympathetic buzz.

• Premium Drumheads: Comes session-ready with high-quality Remo Coated Ambassador (batter) and Remo Snare Ambassador (resonant) drumheads for optimal performance out of the box.

• Versatile Sonic Profile: Offers a wide tuning range and exceptional sensitivity, making it great for any genre of music, from jazz and orchestral to rock and fusion, capable of cutting through any mix.

• Refined Aesthetics: Features a timeless, understated brushed finish with newly designed one-piece lugs and an updated offset badge, contributing to its professional and sleek appearance.