Back Beat Snare Wire 42
Back Beat Snare Wire 42
| Back Beat Snare Wire | ||
|---|---|---|
| No. | Size | Type |
| CPSS-BB14SNPW | for 14″ | 42 strand
Nickel Plated |
Canopus Back Beat snare wires have been developed to emphasize the back-beat – especially in high volume situations where the snare sound may feel like it is being buried by other instruments.Maintaining these qualities of the standard Canopus Back Beat wires, we have developed the extra wide 42 strand snare wire – which allows the drummer to play comfortably, without straining, while delivering a full, pleasing snare back-beat at all volume levels.
We have eliminated 2 common problems of other wide snares: 1) Canopus 42 strand snare wires do not mute the resonance and response of the drum. 2) We have controlled the indistinct sound created by excess snare buzz.
Furthermore, the 42 strand snare uses high quality nickel plated wires which highlight every nuance of sound and vibration and yet have a controlled response and sustain.
Enjoy the open, powerful and responsive sound.
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I have been loving and using the Backbeat wires for a while now. They give an almost pre-compressed snare response that doesn’t come at the expense of fundamental tone. From the most delicate and intimate songs, to the hardest hitting moments- they sound musical. Thank you, Nori, Joey and the whole team of artisans at Canopus! You make our jobs as drummers easier.
Evan Kesel @evankesel
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist
Backbeat wires are incredible. They are the most versatile snare wires, providing sensitivity and impact, elevating my snare performance to the next level.
Fred Aching @fredachingdrums
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusartist
I run Canopus snare wires on all my drums. They immediately make the drum sound better, and the Backbeat 30s are no exception. When I need articulation and focus without sacrificing sensitivity, they are my go to. Canopus wires can’t be beat.
Michael Lasaponara @mikeylasa
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist
Backbeat snare wires 42.
It is an excellent product as it generates an incredible sound, giving more projection and clarity in the desired dynamics of the snare.
Without a doubt, my snare sounds very professional and stable.
Carlos Torres @carlostorresdrums
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist
Canopus 30 and 42 strand wires make my snare drum sound fatter, warmer and just plain better. After using them once, I can never use anything else. They are the best wire in the industry.
Matt Starr @mattstarrmusic
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist #mattstarr #mattstarrmusic
If you need a snare tone that allows you to communicate the subtlety of every ghost note and the huge fat back of every back beat, then you best buy yourself a Canopus Back Beat Snare Wire 30 or 42 for your favorite snare drum!
Mark Schulman @markyplanet
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist #markschulman #markschulmansnare
Question
How do you make a 1981 Tama Bell Brass snare sound better?
Answer
Put the Canopus Back Beat 30’s snare wires on it.
I love them, also try the 42’s.
Bobby Rondinelli
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist #bobbyrondinelli #bobbyrondinellidrums
My snare has never sounded fatter or crisper, without a doubt the best wires I’ve ever used.
Kent Slucher @kstix8
#canopus #canopusdrums #designedtobedifferent #canopusbackbeat #canopusaccessoryartist #kentslucher
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Reviews
Mark Schulman
If you need a snare tone that allows you to communicate the subtlety of every ghost note and the huge fat back of every back beat, then you best buy yourself a Canopus Back Beat Snare Wire 30 or 42 for your favorite snare drum!
Charlie Nicholson
The 42 and 30 back beat snare wires. I had no idea how much of a difference the snare wires really make. The 32 strand made my snare sound like a firecracker that went off 2 ft from your ear. Made an incredible difference.
Then I put the 42 strand on. And wow. That thing added a completely new sound to my drum that I’d never achieved before. I’m never going to back to the standard snare wire.
Leon Ndugu Chancler
The back beat snares gives you that crisp vintage snare sound on a vintage drum.It also gives new drums a new uncooked broad snare sound.