Zelkova Snare Drum
Zelkova Snare Drum
$2,264.60
The Zelkova Snare Drum, which has a hollowed one piece drum shell, can be described as the purest form of the drum. Only one hollowed piece can be taken from a stump of precious 200 year old Zelkova wood, also called Akagi or “red wood”. The sound that is produced from a single piece of wood has a unique and powerful attack. Each stroke produces a “block of sound” with a sharp edge and a thick low pitch, while maintaining the warmth of natural wood. The special nature of Zelkova is highly revered and sought after by top drummers around the world.
Please note :
*Photo shown is just an example. Hardware, Cymbals, additional tom / floor tom and other items on the photo are not included. Only drum(s) specified in the description is included.
*Bass drum comes standard with no tom mount installed except Yaiba Maple bass drum.
*If a tom mount needs to be installed on a bass drum, please purchase a tom holder separately. When a tom holder is purchased with a bass drum, we determine that a tom mount needs to be installed on a bass drum.
*When you choose mat lacquer, the photo shown is gloss lacquer. The actual purchased product will be in mat lacquer if you choose mat lacquer.
*Photo might not show the hoop type you selected, but your purchased item will come with the hoop type you chose.
*Colors on the photo might be slightly different from the actual color.
| Weight | 11 kg |
|---|---|
| Depth | 5, 6.5, 8 |
Hoop : Die Cast
Shell : Zelkova One Piece Hollowed 14mm
Lug Type : Height Adjutable Solid Tube Lug ( 8 Lugs)
Lug Color : Brass
Snare Wire : CPSL-ZL14NP
Drum Head : USA Remo (Coated Ambassador)
Comments
Photos from Instagram
I absolutely love my Canopus Zelkova Snare Drum! Its incredible sensitivity, clarity, and tone make it my go-to snare for a wide range of genres - from Jazz and Funk to Rock and Pop gigs. I highly recommend this drum to any drummer looking for exceptional sound and responsiveness.
This video is a short excerpt from the upcoming book Modern Linear Funk Drumming by legendary drummer and educator Jim Payne, along with Canopus artist Mike Shannon. The book will be published by Sher Music and is scheduled for release in 2026.
Mike Shannon @mikeshannondrums
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Great video from Sean J. Kennedy @sjkdrums, featuring the 14x5 Zelkova Snare Drum.
Thank you, Sean, for showcasing its beautiful tone!
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The holiday music season has begun! Really fun gigs yesterday with the DuUy Quartet in SF, and tonight with the Bonafides Quartet at Prescott Market in West Oakland. Happy holidays!
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Canopus Drums Zelkova 14x5. Made from a single piece of hollowed out tree trunk, it sports SOLID brass lugs, Bolt-Tight leather washers, die cast hoops, amazing snare wires, Remo USA heads and a bearing edge you could slice a tomato on. Dynamic, sensitive, dry and crisp - this is an heirloom centerpiece that you`ll want on every gig. - @drumcenternh
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I`ll be playing at AK Lounge and Grill in Pleasanton tomorrow, 11/15, 7-10 pm with the NightHarvest quintet. Hope to see you there!
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Canopus is highlighting their wood snare drums throughout November, so I wanted to give a big shout out to the Zelkova snare. I`ve had my Zelkova 6.5x14 snare drum for 3 years now, and it continues to be the best drum I`ve ever played. It has a rich musical tone, clear articulation, and a huge dynamic range. It`s my go-to snare for all of my gigs and recording sessions, whether jazz, funk, R&B, or Latin. Thank you Canopus for all of your amazing drums and support!
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I`m headed back to jupiterberkeley to play under the big tree tonight, 7-10 pm! With John Schott on guitar and Brandon Essex on bass. Hope to see you there!
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Playing with the DuUy Quartet today for the peopleinplazas concert series! Noon-1 pm at 555 California SF
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Andrea Valentini
GREAT RESPONSE, FAT YET VERY SENSITIVE AT THE SAME TIME.
Ian Froman（METAL WOOD）
I like the Zelkova snare drum because it is warm, dark and sensitive. A truly exceptional drum !
René Marx
the zelkova is simply stunning! I have a Slingerland 14x6 Radioking SD which is very smooth, sensitive and delicate. The Zelkova has all the attributes of sought-after vintagedrums too but it´s also more powerfulI. And on top it inherits this special japanese tradition of the taiko-drumconstruction. That makes it a very unique instrument. It makes me play more stuff on the snaredrum in any kind of groove or solosituation because it sounds so beautiful.
Rainer Güntensperger (GÜNTENSPERGER)
I have had many of the very best snare drums in the world going through my hands, but your Zelkova is the by far best of them all. A absolute unique blend of sound consisting both, wooden warmth in the deep and the bite of steel in the high. Great and unmatched!
Tupac Mantilla
As someone that has emerged from the classical school into the contemporary Jazz, Rock and World percussion/music scene, and after searching for decades, I can say without a doubt that the Canopus Zelkova is the most responsive and versatile snare drum of them all. Its body, warmth and clarity surpass any expectation in any musical context and genre. Moreover, it has a fascinating way to blend to your own voice while enhancing it. It’s pretty much alive! Thanks Canopus for creating it!
Antonio Loureiro
You can't compare Zelkova with anything! Its a complete snare. Completely versatile. I love when you have that beautiful snare wire sound even when you play pianissimo. Its the best snare i will ever have.