Snare 14×5.5inch, Burl Oak over Beech, Ash, and Sapele

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent much time chasing that snare sound — something crisp, focused, and full of character, without all the extra ringing and tuning headaches. That’s exactly why I built this snare drum.

What makes it different? It’s a free-floating stave shell, which means the shell resonates freely without being choked by the hardware. The result? Less unwanted overtones, a cleaner sound, and way easier tuning. You don’t need to wrestle with it to make it sound good — it just does.

And here’s the cool part: even though it’s a free-floating design, I’ve built it using standard parts — tuning lugs, hoops, snare strainers — so everything feels familiar. No weird custom hardware that’s hard to replace or service. You can swap heads super fast, without touching the snare wires. It’s a practical design made for real players.

Every snare is handmade with care, with a variety of finishes and custom touches to make it truly yours. Whether you’re on stage, in the studio, or just jamming at home, this drum is built to perform — and I make sure it’s packed up safe and solid for the ride, too.

So if you’re looking for a snare that sounds great, tunes up easily, and feels like it was made for you, this might just be the one.

The snare fits in regular hard cases for 14-inch snares.