Tama has launched its new Starphonic snare drums. These four different snares represent the best of both worlds: modern technological advancement, as well as subtleties and nuances of vintage snare sounds.
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New features include a quick release Freedom Lug, Claw Hook, and Grooved Hoop for rapid drum head changes and enhanced tone.
A \"Linear Drive\" strainer with calibrated Ratchet Style tension adjustment knob makes precision tuning simple.
Starphonic snares also include Super Sensitive Hi-Carbon Snappy Snares and feature a detachable butt plate for quick snare and head changes.
The ultra-thin shells on these snares provide optimum resonance and pristine performance in any situation.
Shells and finishes The PBC146MNC features a matte natural cordia finish and 8-ply bubinga + 1 outer ply cordia (7mm). The PAL146 offers a seamless aluminum shell (1.2mm), the PBR146 features a nickel-plated brass shell (1.2mm). The PMM146STM has a beautiful satin mappa burl finish with 6-ply maple + 1 outer ply mappa burl (6mm).
Artists playing on Tama\'s new Starphonic snare drums include Dean Butterworth (Good Charlotte), Eron Bucciarelli (Hawtorne Heights) and Keith Harris (Black Eyed Peas).