TAMA S.L.P. Classic Dry Aluminum Snare Drum

This drum features a seamless 1.2 mm Aluminum shell with a center bead. The 8-lug Steel Mighty Hoops make for a crisp sound with short sustain. The vintage look and sound are reminiscent of the early years of popular aluminum snare drums.

[@SvenElven]

I've watched all these SLP demo vids and I've gotta say: Jon Bergamini is one hell of a studio drummer! He seems to master all styles while bringing his own creative touches, both subtle and head-turning.

[@MrW3iss]

Yeah, but Jon Bergamini or Nick D'Virgio from Sweetwater?! Lol, I don't think anyone can beat Nick's demo playing.

[@Assimilator702]

Ryan Weiss Nick goes for broke a bit more but Joe can keep up.

[@1life2pono]

To me, this snare drum in this video is the perfect snare sound. I love it!

[@ramencurry6672]

Aluminum is a great all around versatile snare. It excels in hard rock, metal, jazz, country, etc....It’s probably the most versatile snare shell material.

[@maxadrums]

Both this one and the Spruce snare are absolutely fantastic. Really excited about these releases.

[@danielblumedrummer]

Maximiliam Andersson I just want the entire S.L.P. collection haha

[@maxadrums]

Hey Daniel! I wouldn't mind that at all either, haha.

[@danielblumedrummer]

Maximiliam Andersson although I heard the starphonic brass is one of the best Tama snares. I need to check that out some time.

[@VladShpiro]

It is, Abe Cunningham played it for many years. His signature snare is inspired by Starphonic Brass mainly

[@creamb5801]

All Tama snare videos are amazing.

[@kevinb8527]

Snare sounds great, but my God, listen to those toms! Wow they sound fantastic!

[@matimatimati92]

TOMS STOLE THE SHOW

[@ramencurry6672]

Tama toms are so refined sounding. In some ways, they’re the best Tom drums in the world. My drums are Gretsch but I would not mind owning a set of Tamas.

[@LoganXHebda]

YOU NEVER HEAR THEM PLAY COUNTRY ON THESE THINGS, LOVE IT

[@LogicShouldRule]

I'd love this in a 6.5x14 size!

[@ronaldzeoli7528]

Yes I agree a 6.5x14 would be great

[@Assimilator702]

Ronald Zeoli 6.5 depth and 10 lugs. You can always put diecast hoops on but you can’t really add lugs.

[@ramencurry6672]

You could get the Ludwig LM402. Very nice snare too

[@KenjoMendez]

They currently have the Star 14x6.5, but 3 times the price of this. Sheesh!

[@thedudeabides1881]

I'm in love with the snare drum reminds me of my Ludwig acrylite but without the price tag

[@handidrummed]

? acrolites are cheap.

[@as5a305]

That country groove is perfect!

[@chriscollins5251]

One thing I don't see in any of these videos are head choice and tuning style (top higher/lower, etc) and tuning frequency. I'd love to know these things.

[@VladShpiro]

What a nice sounding drum! Might actually consider buying one of these

[@maxadrums]

Definitely good stuff! :-) Good to see you here, buddy.

[@VladShpiro]

Plus I'm wondering when will they become able to be ordered, looking forward to see and hear these new beauties in local Tama dealer stores

[@Esignam32713]

Can you make it in 6.5x14?

[@adrianzadi]

Damn, that kit sounds awesome!

[@cjr1971]

whats the difference between this and the slp hammered steel drum?

[@joebuczkowski8605]

Which drum 🥁🛢️ is better for heavy thrash speed metal ☠️ this aluminum or the hammered steel?

[@ramencurry6672]

The funny thing with aluminum snares is that they’re kind of bland sounding compared to special woods and brass but they blend in so well in the music and in some ways, I kind of feel that aluminum snares are best for the mixes.

[@giuseppecasa3574]

what drum kit does the drummer play it sounds wonderful

[@johnmordecaijr.4843]

what drums are being used in the video and what heads

[@_defalt_8371]

Just bought one 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jonperkins6003]

I own a stewart Copeland signature &a 1970 rogers cob dynasonic these are without paralell

[@gulinotm]

we need more cast aluminum snares.

[@ryremusic]

Is it just 57s on top and bottom?

[@MONSTER3N3RGY474]

For recording that Snare? ...Sm57 on top and same at the bottom?

[@camilomateus]

Such a groove 😵😵😵😵

[@robsco1249]

Tama should do the 14x6" version with the classic aluminium colour instead of this blue. In fact there are not 14x6" 8 lugs aluminium snares on the market. I had the starphonic aluminium. Great tone but horrible hoops and too much heavy hardware on It.

[@darren5803]

What happened to the first version?

[@marcosgonzalez.4980]

Name of the drum kit?

[@arrowintheknee9956]

Please Tama, build this snare in 14 x 6.5

[@ronaldzeoli7528]

great video's keep them coming

[@j_wah3084]

Beautiful! Quick question for Joe: How did you tune the snare reso head for this video? The drum sounds great; just the right amount of ring. Thanks!

[@verminking666]

WOOOOOOOWW :D

[@noostrings]

I wish Ludwig's 6.5 acro had 8 lugs

[@gautambatra6362]

That face at 1:34 :D

[@nanditdesai3384]

*Aluminium

[@viktor7m]

So Tama "cloned" Ludwig Acrolite, but still doesn't have decent 14x6.5 chrome over steel snare. Sad!

[@DailyDrumLesson]

I'd really like to compare it to an Acrolite!

[@DavidKemp]

I have an acrolite snare shell with Superstar hardware on it. I guess Tama and I are thinking alike.

[@jonahmartinez4298]

This sounds closer to a Supra.

[@Assimilator702]

viktor7m They actually do. You have to look at the Signature Series snares. I think it’s the Charlie Bennante snare. They should at bare minimum have a Black Beauty clone in the SLP range. The Ludwig Black Magic is killer for $400 but Tama is going for for of a boutique range as opposed to work horse snares.