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10 Best snare drums in Canada
Best Choice01PearlPearl Primal Snare Collective 14"x8" Aluminum Snare Drum with Beaded 1mm Shell, Brushed Finish, 2.3mm Triple-Flanged Hoops, Dual Tension lugs, and deluxe strainer.
Main highlights- No need for extras and ornaments, Primal's brushed Aluminum shell is treated to project with its purest, no-frills, unrestrained tone.
- Dry, sensitive, and crisp tonality
- Built to get the job done with 2.3mm Triple-Flanged Hoops, strong dual arch lug, and smooth snare strainer.
- 1mm Beaded Aluminum Shell.
- 14" diameter and 8" depth deliver added bellow and punch.
9.8Exceptional
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- 02LEMON
Lemon T950 13"x5" Electronic Snare Drum, Dual-Zone Mesh Head & Rim
Main highlights- REALISTIC 13" PLAYING AREA, QUIET PRACTICE VALUE: Full 13" diameter improves feel and technique transfer from acoustic kits while staying quiet for apartments and home studios—serious size and response at an accessible price.
- MODULE-LEVEL COMPATIBILITY (SETTINGS REQUIRED): Designed to work with most electronic drum modules, but proper performance depends on module setup. Configure trigger type, sensitivity, threshold, and crosstalk parameters for accurate head/rim separation.
- DUAL-ZONE HEAD + RIM FOR RIMSHOTS & ACCENTS (TRS REQUIRED): Independent head and rim triggering supports standard snare hits plus rim accents/rimshots when your module is configured for two-zone pads. TRS (stereo) cable + stereo trigger input required.
- AUTHENTIC ACOUSTIC-STYLE WOOD SHELL, SNARE-CENTERED LOOK: 13"x5" snare pad with an acoustic-style wooden shell for a professional visual centerpiece in an electronic drum kit setup.
- ADJUSTABLE MESH TENSION FOR NATURAL STICK RESPONSE: Tension the mesh head to match your rebound preference and control ghost notes, backbeats, and dynamic playing without excessive acoustic volume.
9.5Excellent
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Value for Money03SeteolSeteol Snare Drum Set, 14" x 5.5" Marching Snare Drum with Stand & Storage Padded Bag + Silent Mute Pad + Drums Sticks + Drumstick Holder + Drums Key + Damper Gels for Adults (Black)
Main highlights- 【Drum Mute Pad & Gel Dampers】This professional set includes a 95% noise-reducing mute pad with 3mm pro-grade rubber for authentic feel, plus 12 premium gel dampers for customizable tone shaping. The tool-free design installs in 3 seconds with non-slip security, while the included dampers provide ultimate sound control - from subtle muffling to near-silent practice.
- 【All-in-One Perfect Snare Drum Combo】This professional all-in-one set includes everything you need: a 14x5.5" steel snare drum with sturdy stand, protective padded bag, pair of 5A hickory drumsticks with holder, plus bonus accessories - silent practice pad (95% noise reduction) and 12 pcs premium gel dampers for sound control. Perfect for both live performance and quiet home practice.
- 【Adjustable Snare Drum Stand】This heavy-duty drum stand provides exceptional stability and flexibility with its wide height adjustment range (40-55cm/15.7"-21.6") to accommodate all playing positions. The double-braced tripod base extends to 20.5cm/8" for maximum stability during intense performances, yet folds down to a compact 48cm/18.9" for easy transport.
- 【3-Way Carry Padded Drum Bag】This professional drum bag offers three carrying options: comfortable backpack straps for heavy loads, a padded top handle for quick moves, and a detachable shoulder strap for convenience. Made with 5mm shock-absorbing padding and waterproof 900D nylon, it protects your gear in all conditions. The large front pocket holds sticks and drum stand. Perfect for gigging musicians who need durable, versatile protection.
- 【14x5.5" Snare Drum】This studio-grade snare drum features a 10-point heavy-duty lug system for perfectly balanced head tension, combined with a 1.5mm thickened Remo-coated drum head and resonance-optimized 2.5cm hoop for powerful projection. The hybrid construction pairs an aircraft aluminum ring with a 5-ply maple shell, delivering warm, resonant tones with exceptional tuning stability - making it equally at home in live performances and studio sessions.
9.4Excellent
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- 04SHUAIGUO
SHUAIGUO 12inch Snare Drum with Drumsticks Shoulder Strap Drum Key Percussion Instrument for Students Beginners Marching Snare Drum Portable Snare Drum Set(Red)
Main highlights- 【Portable Design】: This 12-inch small drum is designed for students to carry easily. Its compact size and lightweight design make it for practice, lessons, and performances.
- 【Ideal for Beginners】: This 12-inch small drum is widely suitable for student performances and is an excellent gift for beginners. It's a great way to introduce young players to the world of percussion instruments.
- 【Durable Construction】: The drum features a sturdy poplar shell and durable tuning lugs that provide solid support for daily playing. It's built to withstand regular use, ensuring a long-lasting lifespan.
- 【Convenient Accessories】: The drum comes with a durable shoulder strap and drum key for easy tuning. These accessories make it easy to adjust the sound of the drum to your preference, and the shoulder strap allows for comfortable carrying.
- 【Attractive Appearance】: The drum boasts a beautiful appearance with a polished surface, adding to its aesthetic appeal. The sleek red color gives it a professional look, making it a stylish addition to any music setup.
9.1Excellent
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- 05SHUAIGUO
SHUAIGUO 12inch Snare Drum with Drumsticks Shoulder Strap Drum Key Percussion Instrument for Students Beginners Marching Snare Drum Portable Snare Drum Set(Green)
Main highlights- 【Portable Design】: This 12-inch small drum is designed for students to carry easily. Its compact size and lightweight design make it for practice, lessons, and performances.
- 【Ideal for Beginners】: This 12-inch small drum is widely suitable for student performances and is an excellent gift for beginners. It's a great way to introduce young players to the world of percussion instruments.
- 【Durable Construction】: The drum features a sturdy poplar shell and durable tuning lugs that provide solid support for daily playing. It's built to withstand regular use, ensuring a long-lasting lifespan.
- 【Convenient Accessories】: The drum comes with a durable shoulder strap and drum key for easy tuning. These accessories make it easy to adjust the sound of the drum to your preference, and the shoulder strap allows for comfortable carrying.
- 【Attractive Appearance】: The drum boasts a beautiful appearance with a polished surface, adding to its aesthetic appeal. The sleek green color gives it a professional look, making it a stylish addition to any music setup.
8.9Very Good
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- 06Mapex
Mapex MPX Maple/Poplar Snare Drum - 6 x 13-inch - Natural with Chrome Hardware
Main highlights- 6" x 13" Maple/Poplar Snare Drum with Army Throw off Remo UX Heads - Natural with Chrome Hardware
8.8Very Good
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- 07Mapex
Mapex MPX Maple/Poplar Snare Drum - 8 inches x 14 inches - Black
Main highlights- 8" x 14" Maple/Poplar Snare Drum with 1.3mm Triple-flanged Hoops - Black with Black Hardware
8.7Very Good
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- 08Griffin
Piccolo Snare Drum 13" x 3.5" by GRIFFIN | 100% Poplar Wood Shell with Black Hickory Finish & Coated Drum Head | Drummers Acoustic Marching Kit Percussion Instrument with Snare Strainer Throw Off Set
Main highlights- SWITCH UP THE SOUND OF YOUR ACOUSTIC DRUM SET: Suitable for use as a primary or secondary snare, this premium piccolo snare drum is a great instrument to keep in your percussion arsenal. The small, condensed size and thinner body depth give it a high-pitched tone, while the 6 tuning lugs allow you to achieve a tighter sound with brilliant attacks. Great for rock bands, acoustic shows, concert, church drummers, or school performances as a marching snare drum, it won’t let you down.
- MULTIPURPOSE USE: Whether for bands, drummers, recording studios, DJs, stage performers, schools, or churches, this piccolo snare drum is great for pop, R&B, rock, or any other music and makes an excellent addition to your percussion set.
- INSTALLED SNARE BEDS: Snare beds are now carved in the drum shell for a tighter snare sound. curved depressions are cut opposite each other into the bottom bearing edge of the drum, parallel to the throw-off and butt plate. The installed snare beds are very popular with drummers as many drummers like a reduction of snare buzz and rattle. This makes all the snares rest flush alongside the bottom of the drum head.
- INSTALLED SNARE BEDS FOR YOUR SNARE DRUM SNARES: Snare beds are now carved in the drum shell for a tighter snare sound. Curved depressions are cut opposite each other into the bottom bearing edge of the drum, parallel to the snare throw-off/snare strainer and butt plate. The installed snare beds are very popular with drummers as many drummers like a reduction of snare buzz and rattle. This makes all the snares rest flush alongside the bottom of the drum head.
- DELUXE CONSTRUCTION SNARE DRUM KIT WITH WHITE POWDER COATED SNARE HEAD: If you have a passion for beautiful, high-quality instruments, then this 13" x 3.5" piccolo snare drum is for you. Made of 7.5 mm, 3 ply poplar wood shell and with a superb, poplar wood finish, this snare drum offers a solid, durable wooden construction and a white coated drum head with a sleek style that you will love! Drum key included.
8.6Very Good
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- 09Griffin
Piccolo Snare Drum 13" x 3.5" by GRIFFIN | 100% Poplar Wood Shell with Black Hickory Finish & Coated Drum Head | Professional Drummers Deluxe Percussion Instrument with Bright Tone & Brilliant Attack
Main highlights- SWITCH UP THE SOUND OF YOUR ACOUSTIC DRUM SET: Suitable for use as a primary or secondary snare, this premium piccolo snare drum is a great instrument to keep in your percussion arsenal. The small, condensed size and thinner body depth give it a high-pitched tone, while the 6 tuning lugs allow you to achieve a tighter sound with brilliant attacks. Great for rock bands, acoustic shows, concert, church drummers, or school performances as a marching snare drum, it won’t let you down.
- MULTIPURPOSE USE: Whether for bands, drummers, recording studios, DJs, stage performers, schools, or churches, this piccolo snare drum is great for pop, R&B, rock, or any other music and makes an excellent addition to your percussion set.
- INSTALLED SNARE BEDS: Snare beds are now carved in the drum shell for a tighter snare sound. curved depressions are cut opposite each other into the bottom bearing edge of the drum, parallel to the throw-off and butt plate. The installed snare beds are very popular with drummers as many drummers like a reduction of snare buzz and rattle. This makes all the snares rest flush alongside the bottom of the drum head.
- INSTALLED SNARE BEDS FOR YOUR SNARE DRUM SNARES: Snare beds are now carved in the drum shell for a tighter snare sound. Curved depressions are cut opposite each other into the bottom bearing edge of the drum, parallel to the snare throw-off/snare strainer and butt plate. The installed snare beds are very popular with drummers as many drummers like a reduction of snare buzz and rattle. This makes all the snares rest flush alongside the bottom of the drum head.
- DELUXE CONSTRUCTION SNARE DRUM KIT WITH WHITE POWDER COATED SNARE HEAD: If you have a passion for beautiful, high-quality instruments, then this 13" x 3.5" piccolo snare drum is for you. Made of 7.5 mm, 3 ply poplar wood shell and with a superb, poplar wood finish, this snare drum offers a solid, durable wooden construction and a white coated drum head with a sleek style that you will love! Drum key included.
8.5Good
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- 10LEMON
Lemon T550 12" Snare Electronic Drum Pad, Dual-Zone Mesh Head
Main highlights- PLASTIC AND METAL CONSTRUCTION, STANDARD RACK MOUNT: The 12" snare pad is built with plastic and metal components and mounts to any standard drum rack using the included hardware. No stand included — the T550 slots directly into an existing electric drum kit or electronic drum set without additional adapters.
- MESH HEAD FOR AGGRESSIVE PLAYERS: Durable mesh construction delivers natural rebound and accurate trigger response across the 12" snare pad's full playing surface. The T550 holds up through hard stick work — players report this pad taking a beating and still performing like the first session through extended practice drum sets.
- INDEPENDENT HEAD AND RIM TRIGGERING: Dual-zone design fires the mesh head and rim as two separate trigger zones on a single electronic snare pad. Assign distinct sounds to each zone on a compatible Roland, Alesis, or Yamaha DTX module for rimshot and cross-stick expression — two independent trigger zones for a fuller electronic drum set experience.
- COMPATIBLE WITH ROLAND, ALESIS, AND MORE: The T550 12" snare pad is compatible with Roland, Alesis, Yamaha DTX, Simmons, and Donner drum modules. A practical single-pad snare expansion for any electric drum kit or electronic drum set — most users report the pad triggering flawlessly with minimal or no module adjustments required.
- COMPACT BUILD KEEPS YOUR RACK LIGHT: Low overall weight and minimal pad dimensions make the 12" T550 snare a practical addition to any electronic drum set, electric drum kit, or expanded drum pad set. The small footprint leaves room for cymbals, additional pads, and hardware without overloading the rack structure or crowding the playing area.
8.4Good
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