Gretsch 6.5X14" Brooklyn Chrome Over Steel Snare Drum

Gretsch drums were born in Brooklyn, New York in 1883. They were proudly crafted in the vibrant city for the better part of the 20th Century. Brooklyn and Gretsch share an inseparable history that is part of American music history and folklore. It is a shared legacy that cannot be duplicated. Today, Brooklyn represents a renaissance community that vibrates with contemporary artistic expression, youthful innovation and passionate musical commitment. Gretsch Brooklyn series celebrates the rejuvenated Brooklyn city passion and spirit and expands on its distinctive shared American experience.

Brooklyn toms and snares come fitted on batter and resonant side with the new Gretsch "302" hoop. At 3mm thick and double-flanged, it is reminiscent of hoops used by Gretsch up until the mid 1950's. The 302 hoop has the same height profile as the classic Gretsch die-cast hoop to provide a playing experience that feels the same as traditional Gretsch USA Custom drums. All other drum hardware components - lugs, claws, brackets, spurs, etc - are the same that is used on Gretsch USA Custom.

Gretsch Brooklyn series metal snare drums add another professional and distinctive voice to the Gretsch snare line up. The 14x6.5 Gretsch Brooklyn Series Chrome Over Steel Snare Drum features a straight-sided chrome over steel shell with Gretsch center knurl pattern. The steel shells projrcts with classic, universal tones and is extremely versatile. The "302" hoops provide a timbre that is more open and ambient than traditional Gretsch die-cast hoops.

Features:

• Gretsch "302" 3mm/double-flanged hoops
• Lightning throw off and butt plate
• "Snap-in" drum key holder
• 20-strand snare wire
• Gretsch Permatone drum heads