All-Black Steel Snare with a Wide Tuning Range
There's a reason steel snare drums have stuck around for so long — they hit hard, cut through a mix, and respond to dynamics in ways that reward players who actually listen to what they're doing. The Tama Metalworks BST1455BK is a 5.5x14 steel snare built around a 1.2mm steel shell finished in matte black, with a reinforced center ridge pressed right into the shell for added structural integrity and tonal focus.
Dial in a higher tuning and you get a bright, crisp crack that projects well in any room. Back it off to a looser, lower tuning and the tone opens up into something smoother and more resonant — still punchy, but with a rounder character. That kind of tuning flexibility is genuinely useful, whether you're moving between rehearsal and performance or just dialing in for the room you're in that night.
The all-black aesthetic — matte black shell, matching black hardware — keeps things visually cohesive no matter what kit it sits on. A solid choice if you want a reliable steel snare that stays out of your way and does its job night after night.
Steel Shell Built to Last
The shell is constructed from 1.2mm steel and features a center reinforcement ridge — a structural bead pressed into the shell itself — that stiffens the drum without adding extra parts or weight. This ridge helps the shell maintain its shape under tension and contributes to the tight, focused response that steel snares are known for.
The matte black finish on the shell is matched by all-black hardware throughout, including the MSL60S lug casings and the MUS65A throw-off paired with a MUS60B butt plate. The result is a clean, unified look that doesn't require any extra effort to coordinate with your existing setup.
Triple-Flanged Hoops and 20-Strand Snare Wires
The BST1455BK uses triple-flanged steel hoops — an 8-hole configuration — which are known for adding some extra punch and projection to rimshots while keeping the overall sound open and lively. They're also durable and hold tuning reliably over repeated use.
The included MS20R14S snare wires are a 20-strand steel wire setup, offering a sensitive, responsive feel across a range of playing dynamics. Whether you're digging into backbeats or working softer ghost notes into a groove, the snare wire responds cleanly without choking up or washing out.
Product Features:
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Shell: 1.2mm steel with matte black finish
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Size: 5.5" x 14"
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Reinforcement: Center ridge pressed into shell for added strength and tonal focus
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Hoops: Triple-flanged steel hoops, 8-hole configuration
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Lugs: MSL60S lug casings in matching black
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Strainer/Butt: MUS65A throw-off / MUS60B butt plate
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Snare Wires: MS20R14S, 20-strand steel
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Finish: Matte black shell with all-black matching hardware
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Tuning range: Wide — bright and crisp at high tension; smooth and resonant at lower tension
Brand: Tama
Model: Metalworks BST1455BK
SKU: BST1455BK
Condition: New
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