Sonor Kompressor Beech Snare Drums – Reviewed
Here’s the latest video from the Drummer’s Review Live Room featuring a pair of Beech-shelled snare drums from Sonor’s Kompressor series.
14″ x 6″ or 13″ x 7″ models available, featuring…
12ply, 8mm Beech shell,
Sonor’s proprietary Cross Laminated Tension Free Process construction,
2.3mm steel power hoops,
Sonor’s Tunesafe tension rods,
Remo heads: coated Ambassadors on batter over medium-thin clear heads on the resonant side.
Sonor Says…“Breathtaking power, unparalleled variety – In keeping with this commitment, we are adding two new wood snare drums to our well received KOMPRESSOR Series. They are equally powerful, responsive and versatile as their metal counterparts to cover a vast range of musical styles as your go-to wood snare drums. These made in Germany instruments project with a full and articulate sound, characteristic for SONOR drums. Their heavy beech shell is made using our proprietary Cross-Laminated Tension Free (CLTF) process and Optimum Shell Measurements (OSM). The slightly undersized diameter allows for perfect contact between the shell and the drumhead in all tunings. At the same time, TuneSafe lugs and REMO USA drumheads guarantee maximum tuning stability and a great sound right out of the box.“
Sonor Kompressor Series Beech Shell Snares: UK RRP:
14″ x 6″: £479.00
13″ x 7″: £519.00
Pro’s:
Exceptional build quality
Great sound – particularly 13″ model
Classy looks
Con’s:
Slightly overpowering overtones
