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Block Snare Drums


Nothing compares to Chris Brady's innovative style of block (stave) construction for a remarkably bright shell with a rich, gratifying low end.

 

"I don’t want to get carried away here, but this is one of the most unique and exciting snares I have ever played.” - Rhythm Magazine

 

The introduction of our now world-famous block-shell snare drums a quarter of a century ago led to our global reputation for crafting outstanding instruments. Achieved primarily through the use of relatively unknown timbers and our lateral view of drum design, these sounds made the industry sit up and take notice. The best session drummers were soon putting Brady block snares on their snare stands and these drums gave their live and studio performances some serious character.

 

"Versatility incarnate.” - Modern Drummer Magazine

 

A sheer joy in the studio, block shells differ sonically from ply shells in that a block shell has a very quick decay and a thicker tone; therefore sound engineers no longer need to use noise gates or heavy reverb plates to enhance natural tones. Renowned for their thick, throaty, woody bark, Brady block shell snare drums thrill, seduce and surprise.

 

Block Snare Drums

are available in the following sizes:

 

12 x 4.5" | 12 x 5.5" | 12 x 7"

13 x 4.5" | 13 x 5.5" | 13 x 7"

14 x 4.5" | 14 x 5.5" | 14 x 6.5" | 14 x 8"

 

For quotes and availability please check with your local Brady retailer .


Versatility Incarnate

Different woods are used for their different fundamental notes.

1. Jarrah has a prominent low-end note, with minimal overtones and warm body.

2. Sheoak has a prominent mid frequency with extreme volume and strong rimshots.

3. Wandoo and other exotic desert timbers all have prominent high-end cut and attack.

 

All block drums are only available in their natural splendour, perfected with your choice of satin or gloss clear lacquer finishes. The exotic timber finishes offered for our Ply Shells are not available for these instruments, given that block drums are not pressed like ply drums and cannot be veneered.