Handmade in the UK

This multi-wood stave snare drum has a burl veneer on the outside and a walnut veneer on the inside. The finish is a non-toxic hard wax.
The use of different woods in one shell gives this snare a short sustain and a very warm sound.
The bearing edges are rounded on the outside and 45 degrees on the inside.

Free‑Floating Design for Maximum Resonance

This snare uses a free‑floating system, allowing the shell to vibrate without hardware choking the tone. You get:

• Cleaner resonance
• Fewer unwanted overtones
• Easier tuning
• A more open, expressive sound

And because it utilises standard hardware, maintenance and part replacement are straightforward and cost-effective.

Built for Studio and Stage

Whether you’re recording tight ghost notes or laying into a backbeat on stage, this snare stays controlled, responsive, and full of character. Rimshots crack with authority, while softer playing reveals the warmth of the wood blend.

Specifications:

• Handmade stave snare drum built for a crisp, focused, and character-rich sound

• 14 x 5.5 inch snare – a versatile size ideal for studio, stage, and home playing

• Free-floating stave shell design allows the shell to resonate naturally without a hardware choke

• Reduced unwanted overtones for a cleaner, more controlled snare response

• Easier tuning – dials in quickly without excessive dampening or constant adjustments

• Burl veneer exterior for a striking, high-end visual finish

• Standard snare drum hardware (tuning lugs, hoops, snare strainer) for easy servicing and replacements

• Fast head changes without removing or disturbing the snare wires

• Familiar feel – no proprietary or hard-to-source custom hardware

• Built for real players who want reliability, tone, and practicality

• Custom finishes and personal touches available – every snare is one of a kind

• Performs equally well live, in the studio, or at home

• Fits standard 14-inch snare hard cases

• Carefully packed for safe shipping

Learn more about how I build my stave shells here