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British Drum Co. Aviator 14 x 5.5" Aluminium Snare Drum

British Drum Co. Aviator 14 x 5.5″ Aluminium Snare Drum

£889.00

This is the British Drum Co. Aviator 14 x 5.5″ Aluminium Snare Drum from British Drum Company, available in the Drums category here on Just Drums. Read More below for more images and how to order for UK delivery at a great price.

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Description

The British Drum Co. Aviator 14 x 5.5″ Aluminium Snare Drum is built for drummers who need articulate response and controlled tone across varied dynamics. Its seamless 1.2mm aluminium shell produces a dry focused sound with impressive sensitivity. Light ghost notes remain clear while stronger strokes deliver a confident backbeat giving you a wide dynamic range that suits many playing styles. Hardware is designed for reliability as well as style. The Palladium snare strainer offers smooth dependable adjustment while chrome Palladium lugs use ThreadGrip technology to help maintain solid tuning during extended playing. An inverted central bead adds subtle structure to the shell and creates a clean shadow line across the drums anodised finish. Art-Deco influences run throughout the design including the custom Wingspan vent badge and British Drum Co. B badge with a Cherry veneer insert. Together with the aluminium shell and Palladium hardware these details give the Aviator a distinctive appearance that complements its controlled articulate sound.

Brand

British Drum Company

British Drum Company is represented in the current JustDrums catalogue by Bluebird, Maverick, Big Softy and Merlin snare drums. The listed range is relevant to snare drums with different shell materials, sizes and finishes. When comparing these products, check diameter, depth, shell construction, hoops, strainer, heads and the intended tuning range. The current range is useful for players choosing a dedicated snare with a distinct voice rather than a generic replacement drum. This entry remains catalogue-led, so the individual product listing is the source for exact dimensions, configuration, compatibility and included equipment.

Category

Drums

Drums is the main JustDrums category for core acoustic and electronic instruments, including kits, shell packs, snare drums, bass drums, toms and electronic drum kits. Compare the complete configuration, sizes, shell or pad construction, heads, hardware, module, triggers and connections according to the product type. A shell pack may need cymbals, stands, pedals and a throne, while an electronic kit may need a monitor or headphones. Use the specific child category and product specification to confirm what is included before comparing prices or sound.

Snare Drums

Snare drums provide the sharp backbeat and articulate ghost-note response at the centre of many drum kits. Compare diameter and depth, shell material, hoops, heads, snare wires, strainer, throw-off, butt plate and tuning range. Metal, wood and hybrid shells can produce different combinations of attack, body, sensitivity and projection, while depth affects the balance between response and weight. Check whether the listing includes a case, stand or replacement parts. The best choice depends on the drummer’s tuning, touch, music and the rest of the kit.

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Snare Drum

Snare Drum identifies the central backbeat drum. Compare diameter, depth, shell, hoops, heads, wires, strainer, throw-off and the included mounting or case.

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