Steel Snare Drum

Immerse yourself in TAMA's legendary heritage with the Mastercraft "The Bell Brass" BB-156 Snare Drum. It delivers powerful, clear and deep sound, while respecting TAMA's heritage and tradition in manufacturing premium quality snare drums. Reproduced faithfully to original specifications, this 50th anniversary reissue of the Mastercraft "The Bell Brass" model brings the iconic, timeless sound back to drummers everywhere. Measuring 14" x 6.5", it features a 3mm thick brass shell, die-cast bezels, Superstar series tie rods and roller trigger, with an 18 strand stainless steel bell. Carbon Steel

ARTICLE N° 93549
  • Tama BB-156
  • Metal snare drum
  • Mastercraft Series
  • 50th Anniversary Model
  • The Bell Brass
  • Dimensions: 14"x6.5"
  • Material: Brass
  • Shells: Original Superstar
  • Strapping: Molded, 10 Ties
  • Trigger: Roller Action
  • Stamp: Long carbon strands of 18 strands
  • Mute: One-Touch Tone Control
  • Batting head: Remo Ambassador Sablé
Discover the TAMA BB-156 snare drum, a jewel designed to offer an explosive and versatile sound, thanks to its unique metal shell.

Made from a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and tin, this snare drum is 3 mm thick, giving it exceptional resonance and great sensitivity. The raw coating gives it a sleek, vintage look, perfect for complementing your drum set.

The BB-156 model continues the TAMA brand's tradition of quality and innovation, with unique features such as 10-hole Die-Cast Hoops for clear attack and precise tuning. Additionally, the innovative Roller Action Strainer system provides detailed control over the tone and sensitivity of the snare drum, ensuring a quick and precise response to every stick stroke.

One-Touch Tone Control, a revolutionary invention from TAMA, allows for subtle and quick mute adjustments with a simple on/off switch. This feature, originally developed for Mastercraft snare drums, is now an industry standard, giving drummers complete control over their sound.

With its elegant finish and exceptional tone, the TAMA BB-156 snare drum is an ideal choice for drummers of all levels and musical styles. Whether you are in the recording studio or on stage, this snare drum will meet all your expectations in terms of sound and performance.
Diameter in inches
 14" (355mm)
Shell depth
 6.5" (165 mm)
Type of construction
 Metal sheet
Type of hoops
 Molded
Hardware color
 Nickel
Material
 Brass
Color
 Natural, Aged, Vintage
Finish
 Brute
Born in 1980, the Bell Brass snare drum was designed to match the explosive sounds of a new decade of music and delivered the purest snare drum sound ever made. Used extensively in heavy rock music of the 80s and 90s, TAMA's Bell Brass snare became known simply as "THE TERMINATOR". As aggressive as its sound was, its versatility was unmatched as it found its way into the hands of the world's best jazz and fusion drummers of the time.

Now, nearly half a century later, TAMA Mastercraft “The Bell Brass” 50th Anniversary Reissue pays homage to this legendary sound. Featuring a special alloy of copper and tin and cast in a 3mm thick brass shell, this super heavy brass shell produces extreme volume and exceptional tonal range.

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