Vintage Snare Wire
Vintage Snare Wire
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[for Chrome Plated]
| Vintage Snare Wire | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. | Size | Type | Remarks | |
| CPSL-14NP | For 14″ | Chrome | Snare wire cord is fitted as standard equipment | |
| CPSL-14DR | Dry | |||
| CPSL-13NP | For 13″ | Chrome | ||
| CPSL-13DR | Dry | |||
| CPSL-12DR | For 12″ | Dry | ||
| CPSL-10DR | For 10″ | Dry | ||
| For Zelkova | ||||
| CPSL-ZL14NP | For 14″ | Chrome | Snare wire cord is fitted as standard equipment | |
| CPSL-ZL14DR | Dry | |||
| CPSL-ZL13NP | For 13″ | Chrome | ||
| CPSL-ZL13DR | Dry | |||
From a warm whisper to a deep roarElevate your snare drum to its full potential
snare drum is the most important component in the drum set, and the snare-wire is a crucial component of your drum’s sound. This fact has not been widely recognized until very recently; only a few drummers understand this important connection.
1n 1960, Ludwig and Slingerland manufactured what has now become the standard for good vintage wires. Several manufacturers have tried to re-produce the sound. After years of research, we have replicated the Slingerland wire taking several factors into account such as material, spiral diameter and pitch. We finally decided on a core thickness of 0.5 mm, a spiral diameter of 1.35mm and a pitch of 3.4 mm.
After years of careful analysis of the material composition, thickness of the end plate, shaping experiments and production consideration, we have the CANOPUS Vintage Snare Wire.Super Jazz drummer Bill Stewart once visited us. He was so impressed by our proto-type Vintage Snare Wires he asked us if he could use it. Many CANOPUS endorsers appreciate the sound quality of this snare wire.
New Snare Wire Endorsers
They give me a nice crisp sound.When you hit the drum there’s not too much of spread.It’s a snare drum. -I can really hear snares.
Joe Porcaro
The Canopus snare wires bring out the clarity and dynamic range of my grace notes and back beats! Check them out!
Keith Carlock
Canopus Vintage Snare wires have changed my snare drum sound in ways I never thought possible; More tone, sensitivity and volume! You wont believe what you have been missing!
Jason Sutter
Canopus has the best snares wires you can find!
Billy Martin
2 types for your choice,DR and NP (for 10”~14”)DR : Without plating – Dry and crisp soundNP : Chrome Plating – Brilliant sound with lots of overtones(ZL : for Zelkova snare drum)
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I want to give you some feedback on my 5 years of experience performing with Canopus Vintage Snares.
I play the Canopus Neo-Vintage Jazz drum set, with a 6.5” x 14” snare drum equipped with Vintage Snares.
As a jazz drummer, I frequently play with brushes as well as sticks. I can easily adjust the snare tension to achieve the snare sound I’m looking for and simultaneously get a nice full brush sound from the snares.
Canopus Vintage Snares provide the full, rich, warm sound I want. They are never sharp or too bright, yet they provide a sound the band and audience can easily hear in performance even with brushes.
No matter the genre of music you play, check out Canopus Vintage Snares, they just may surprise you. When you do, let us know what you think!
Jerry Pollock
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusartist
The drummer who controls their snare sound will have a much better chance of controlling their entire drum kit. The snare drum is most vocal part of the kit, speakers the quickest and loudest.
Canopus Vintage Snare Wires opened my ears to this revelation. For the first time I heard warmth and depth in the tone of my snare sound. Warmth from the brass; depth from the coil of the snares. I was able to get a deeper tone from the snare as well as a more pleasing, relaxing warmth.
They work well on wood or metal shell drums. I use them on every drum I own.
In any drum restoration, Canopus Vintage Snare Wires can upgrade the sound of any snare drum as well as their wonderful “Bolt Tight” washers. Thank you to all at the Canopus family for your thoughtful and brilliant craftsmanship!
Matt Kane @mattkanemusic
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusartist
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio!
For studio and live I’m constantly requiring the widest dynamic range possible out of my snare drums. The Canopus vintage snare wires gives me that sensitivity for all the subtlety and for when I want to pull the volume out of the drum the punctuation is articulately present....highly recommended!
Chris Belin @chrisbelindrums
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusartist
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio!
Canopus Snare Wires are made to give you the detail you look for in a great snare sound.
Anthony Michelli @anthony.michelli
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusaccessoryartist
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio
Canopus Vintage wires have the clarity, control and versatility I’m looking for.
Carter McLean @cartermac
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusaccessoryartist #cartermac
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio!
Check out the very nice photos and video from Carlos Torres! @carlostorresdrums
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusaccessoryartist
Jimmy Macbride @jimmy.macbride shares his take on the Canopus Vintage Snare Wires 🎶🔥 Don’t miss it!
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusaccessoryartist
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio!
Canopus Vintage snare wires offer a big upgrade that will enhance the sound of any snare drum. I have them on all my vintage snare drums.
Joe La Barbera @stixlabarbe
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusvintagewire #canopusaccessoryartist #joelabarbera
New drop! Vintage 12-strand snare wires are here. Link in bio!
![Vintage Snare Wire [CPSL-14DR12]](https://canopusdrums.com/en/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CPSL-14DR12-600x400.jpg)
Reviews
Shay Godwin
I have been using Canopus snare wires exclusively for over a decade. Their evenness and crispresponse have no equal in the industry. Do not underestimate the importance
of snare wires on the overall sound of your snare drums!
Max Klots
Vintage Snare Wire adds crispness, sensitivity, articulation and depth to your snare sound. Truly, a sophisticated wire for knowledgeable players!
Vinny Vinciguerra
I have been hearing good things about the vintage snare wires Canopus makes for a few years….finally I put one on my snare drum. I could not believe how awesome it sounded….it was like getting a new drum! It made my favorite Black Beauty scream “play me”! What a killer sound!
I could not be any happier coming to the Canopus family and help spread the word of their amazing products!
Stephen Jude Mills
I get the most beautiful tones with Canopus snare wires, hands down. I wouldn’t use any other wires.
Steve Stecher (Chief Drumsmith of Doc Sweeney Drums)
I recently tested Canopus wires on my custom snare drums. The sound produced by the Vintage Snare and Back Beat Snare Wire 30 was so amazing I decided to start using them on many of my drums.
Joe Porcaro
They give me a nice crisp sound.
When you hit the drum there’s not too much of spread.
It’s a snare drum. -I can really hear snares.
Mat Hector (Iggy Pop)
I always used Canopus snares, there’s really no other choice if you’re serious about making your snare sound as good as it can. With any new snare drum its the first thing I change! My snare drum sound is hugely important when I’m rockin’ out with Iggy, and the power, articulation and sharpness I get from Canopus snares is at the heart of my sound.
Chad Elrod / Seattle Drum School of Music / Recording Artist
I’ve used other high end custom style snares on a variety of drums and applications but I’ve found the Vintage Series by Canopus to be considerably more capable and effective. They are nuanced, full, and purposeful in tone. I find them to be instinctive, expressive, and dynamic, which is what the art is all about for me. Masterfully conceived and executed. For the purist.
Keith Carlock
The Canopus snare wires bring out the clarity and dynamic range of my grace notes and back beats! Check them out!
Billy Martin
Canopus has the best snares wires you can find!
Cooper Acoutin / Acoutin Custom Drums
Canopus Vintage snare wires are very sensitive and articulate allowing our snares to maintain a solid back beat and still provide a nice buzz roll.