About USA Custom Snares

All USA Custom Series wood snare drums feature legendary 6-ply Gretsch maple shells and are available in a wide variety of sizes, finishes, snare throw-offs and other options. Finish options are Nitron Covered, High-Gloss Lacquer, or Satin Lacquer. Throw-off options include the classic Gretsch Lightning or contemporary designed throw-offs by Dunnett and Nickelworks. All wood snares feature chrome hardware with Die Cast Hoops and 20-strand steel Gretsch snare wires. 14"x6.5" snares are available in 10, 16, or 20 lug configurations. Gretsch's proprietary snare bed is cut into all wood drums to maximize snare articulation and response. The classic drum key holder and tone control options are available, as they have been for over 50 years.

Available Sizes and Colours

14"x04" 8 lug with Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x05" 8 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x5.5" 10 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x6.5" 10 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x6.5" 16 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x6.5" 20 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off
14"x08" 20 lug with Lightning or Dunnett R-Class Throw Off

USA custom snare drums are available in the same colour options as the Custom drum kits.