The Tama Simon Philips Signature 14??x 5.5?? is a signature snare drum created in collaboration with English drummer Simon Philips and Tama. Named The Gladiator the 1mm black nickel-plated bronze shell construction offers a stunning aesthetic with a quality sound to match. delivering powerful mid-range warm and responsive snare tones to suit most music genres. Complete with nickel-plated hoops to compliment the shell these hoops nicely enhance the bronze shell sound. This snare provides everything you could want from a snare drum with optimum sensitivity along with a strong punch. Ideal for various playing environments this snare will easily fit into any drummer?s setup.
Simon Philips Simon Philips is an English jazz pop and rock drummer playing in bands such as Toto and playing sessions for musicians such as Gary Moore Nik Kershaw MikeOldfield Judas Priest Tears for Fears and The who. Philips started playing professionally aged 12 playing in his father’s band Dixieland. Sessioning on musicals and picking up general session work as Philips got older he began to work with the likes of Jeff Beck Peter Gabriel and Frank Zappa. Philips influences are the likes of Buddy Rich Tony Williams and Bernard Purdie to name a few. About Tama With up to 40 years within the drum industry Tama has developed a unique brand that prioritises both great tonal quality and outstanding aesthetics. With an eclectic list of artists on their roster Tama has consistently delivered high-quality percussion to a multitude of musicians over the years. This extensive list includes the likes of Animals as Leaders Drummer Matt Garstka Anthraxs Charlie Benante ZZ Tops Frank Beard and Kendrick Lamars Rico Nichols. Tama drums accentuate each individuals specific nuanced style of playing and give the player unparalleled tone and versatility. Specifications: Manufacturer: Tama Shell: 1mm Bronze Hoops: Brass Mighty (10 Hole Brushed Nickel Plated) Lugs: MSL35 (Brushed Nickel Plated) Strainer/Butt: MUS80AH/MUS80BH (Brushed Nickel Plated) Snare Wires: MS20S-S Product Code: SP1455H
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