Franklin Drum Company Mahogany Snare Drum - 14 x 6.5 in. Peacock Pearl
Description
Whether chosen in the responsive 14x6.5" size or the deeper, more commanding 14x8" configuration, the Franklin Drum Company Mahogany Snare Drum delivers warm, balanced tone with vintage-inspired character. Wrapped in a striking Peacock Pearl finish and accented by a signature gold Franklin script badge, this Guitar Center Exclusive snare pairs standout visual appeal with versatile performance. Built from a 5.8mm, 5-ply maple/poplar shell and designed to excel across a wide range of tunings, it produces a rich, musical voice with controlled projection and the dry, focused response many drummers associate with classic wood snare drums.
Warm Wood Tone with Vintage Character
The 5.8mm maple/poplar shell combines the clarity and articulation of maple with the warmth and smoothness of poplar, creating a balanced tonal foundation suitable for virtually any musical style. An outside roundover bearing edge with a 45-degree interior cut enhances shell-to-head contact, producing a fuller fundamental note, warm resonance and a controlled, vintage-style dryness. The result is a snare drum that delivers rich body and musical sensitivity while maintaining excellent articulation and dynamic response.
Professional Components and Dependable Performance
Handcrafted in Minnesota and designed for reliable performance in both live and studio environments, the Franklin Drum Company Mahogany Snare Drum features eight lugs, durable 2.3mm triple-flange hoops and an Inde throw-off system for smooth, dependable operation. A set of 25-strand German metal snare wires provides crisp sensitivity and consistent response, while premium Remo drumheads—including an Ambassador Vintage coated batter head and Ambassador snare side hazy resonant head—help produce a warm, balanced voice right out of the box. Combining classic aesthetics, versatile tone and professional-grade components, the Guitar Center Exclusive Franklin Drum Company Mahogany Snare Drum offers timeless sound with modern reliability.

Features
- Peacock Pearl snare drum delivers bold stage presence and warm attack
- 5.8mm 5-ply maple/poplar shell offers controlled projection and clarity
- Available in 14" x 6.5" or 14" x 8" for dynamic response options
- Triple-flange 2.3 mm hoops focus overtones for a crisp rimshot
- Balanced response supports articulate ghost notes and backbeats
- Rich body enables nuanced dynamics in live or studio settings
- Controlled projection keeps the snare present without overpowering the mix
- Gold script badge adds visual distinction for onstage setups
Specs
- Product type: Snare drum
- Model: FDC-PPMP
- Guitar Center Exclusive: Yes
- Shell material: Maple/poplar
- Shell construction: 5-ply
- Shell thickness: 5.8mm
- Bearing edge: Outside roundover with 45-degree inside
- Finish: Peacock pearl
- Available sizes: 14x6.5", 14x8"
- Throw-off: Inde throw-off
- Hoops: 2.3mm triple-flange
- Lug count: 8
- Snare wires: 25-strand German metal snares
- Badges: Gold Franklin script badge
- Batter head: Franklin Remo Ambassador Vintage Coated
- Snare-side head: Remo Ambassador Snare Side Hazy
- Country of origin: United States
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