Yamaha
Yamaha TMS-1455CRS Tour Custom Maple Snare Drum - Caramel
★★★★★
Craft warm, articulate maple tones with the Yamaha Tour Custom snare drum built for studio precision and stage projection.
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Overview
Key Features
The Tour Custom series snare drums deliver warm, open tones with a great balance of sensitivity and wide, dynamic range.
14" x 5.5", 6-ply, 5.6mm shell maple delivers clear articulation, quick snare response and balanced sensitivity.
The Tour Custom Snare deliver a rich, warm tone and right amount of sustain and brightness that will work on the stage and the studio.
The staggered diagonal seam construction Yamaha is know for keeps shells round.
Rimshots are sharp and defining, what drummers expect from a Yamaha 14’’x5.5” snare.
2.3mm Inverse DynaHoops help to control overtones for a more focused attack and produce fuller rimshots.
A dual-tension adjustment strainer with a compact, lightweight and simple design for a wide range of adjustments and fine-tuning.
Absolute single-post lugs attached to the shell by a single bolt and an insertion plate allow the shell to vibrate more freely and maximize sustain.
A 20-strand high carbon steel snare wire provide fast, crisp articulation.
The Tour Custom snare ships with Remo UT heads for a great tone out of the box.
Specifications
Brand
Yamaha
Model
TMS-1455CRS
Size
14" x 5.5"
Shell Material
U.S. Maple
Shell Construction
6-ply, 5.6mm, Staggered Diagonal Seam
Bearing Edge
45-degree
Hoops
2.3mm Inverse DynaHoops
Lugs
Absolute Single-Post
Snare Wires
20-strand High Carbon Steel
Strainer
Dual-Tension Adjustment
Heads
Remo UT (pre-installed)
Finish
Caramel Satin Lacquer
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- All-maple 6-ply shell produces a warm, bright tone with balanced sustain suitable for many musical styles.
- 6-ply U.S. maple shell delivers warm, open tones with clear articulation suitable for both live and studio settings.
- 2.3mm Inverse DynaHoops control overtones and produce sharper, more defined rimshots.
- Inverse DynaHoops provide focused attack and full-sounding rimshots.
- Single-post Absolute lugs allow the shell to resonate freely, enhancing overall sustain.
- Absolute single-post lug design minimizes shell contact, allowing the drum to resonate freely and sustain naturally.
- Dual-tension snare strainer provides fine-tuning control over snare wire tension for a wide range of snare response.
- Dual-tension strainer offers fine-tuning control for snare wire tension adjustments.
- Ships with quality Remo UT heads, delivering a performance-ready sound out of the box.
- Ships with Remo UT heads pre-installed for quality sound without requiring immediate head replacement.
👎 Cons
- 14" x 5.5" is a single size option, limiting players who prefer deeper or shallower snare depths in this series.
- The Caramel Satin lacquer finish, while attractive, may show stick marks and wear more visibly than darker finishes over time.
- At 14" x 5.5", the single size option may not suit players who prefer deeper or shallower snare shells for specific tonal needs.
- The Caramel Satin finish, while attractive, may show stick marks and wear more visibly than wrapped finishes.
- Maple shells tend to be brighter than birch or steel alternatives, which may not suit players seeking a dry, cutting tone.
- The 20-strand snare wires, while responsive, may produce more snare buzz than some players prefer in quieter studio settings.
- Maple shells tend to be brighter than birch or steel alternatives, which may not suit genres that demand a drier, more controlled crack.
- At the Tour Custom price point, it competes with snares offering die-cast hoops for even more overtone control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of wood is used in the Tour Custom snare shell?
The shell is constructed from 6 plies of all U.S. maple at 5.6mm thickness, chosen for its warm tonal character and balanced projection.
What type of wood is the shell made from and how does it affect the sound?
The shell is made from 6-ply U.S. maple at 5.6mm thickness, which produces a warm, bright tone with clear articulation and balanced sustain — characteristics that make maple one of the most popular shell materials for versatile snare drums.
What drumheads come installed on this snare?
The Tour Custom snare ships with Remo UT heads pre-installed, providing a quality tone straight out of the box without the need to immediately swap heads.
What drumheads come installed on the Tour Custom snare?
The drum ships with Remo UT heads pre-installed, providing a quality tone right out of the box without needing an immediate head swap.
What are the Inverse DynaHoops, and how do they affect the sound?
The newly designed 2.3mm Inverse DynaHoops help control overtones for a more focused attack and produce fuller, more defined rimshots compared to standard triple-flanged hoops.
What are Inverse DynaHoops and how do they affect playing?
The 2.3mm Inverse DynaHoops are flanged hoops designed to control overtones for a more focused attack. They also produce fuller, sharper rimshots compared to standard triple-flanged hoops.
How does the lug design contribute to the drum's sound?
The Absolute single-post lugs attach to the shell with a single bolt and an insertion plate, minimizing contact with the shell so it can vibrate more freely, which maximizes sustain and resonance.
How does the single-post lug design benefit this snare drum?
The Absolute single-post lugs attach to the shell with a single bolt and insertion plate, reducing contact with the shell so it can vibrate more freely, which maximizes sustain and resonance.
What type of snare wires does this drum use?
It features 20-strand high carbon steel snare wires that deliver fast, crisp articulation across a wide dynamic range.
What type of snare wires does this drum use?
It features 20-strand high carbon steel snare wires that deliver fast, crisp articulation and responsive snare buzz across a wide dynamic range.
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