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Serving up explosively dark metallic tonality, the C2 2mm Copper snare drum from Gretsch Drums bottles supreme sounds with the dependable operation of contemporary appointments. With a 2mm shell of center-knurled copper, the C2 comes tonally equipped with a naturally darker presence with substantial bass, a more focused midrange, and an impressively present treble response that results in a more equalized sound than most copper snares can claim. Accompanying such a tonal foundation is a massive 42-strand snare wire appointment, promising a full-bodied snap and ultra-sensitive response for nuanced rhythmizing at just about any dynamic imaginable. Aiding in the C2’s delightful tone is a hardware set that truly performs above its paygrade, complete with a pair of dynamite 4mm die-cast hoops and Gretsch’s legendary Lightning throw off mechanism. Percussion authorities at Sweetwater view the C2’s collection of components as an undoubted recipe for success for both cutting through live mixes and energizing studio takes.





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When it comes to metal-shelled snares, drummers know that copper is among the darkest, woodiest-sounding options. But what would ordinarily register as muddy to the keen-eared percussionist is all but expunged by the C2 snare. Instead, this unique 2mm copper shell offers a much greater natural frequential balance across the spectrum, highlighting not just the deeper tones that copper is so well known for, but the trebly characteristics that makes the metal-shelled route such an exciting choice. But don’t be fooled! This snare still has much more bottom end and body than its fellow metallic counterparts, making for a stage presence and studio tone that just can’t be ignored. And with 42 snare wires to work with, you can bet that this snare will perform with professional poise no matter how hard or soft you plan on playing.





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An instrument of this quality deserves the total VIP treatment, and Gretsch Drums fired up the limo for the C2. On both batter and snare sides, a 4mm die-cast hoop caps the set of Gretsch Performance Remo drumheads with substantial presence and cut when struck, encouraging not only a huge sound, but allowing for a huge tuning range with flawless intonation for set-long dependability. Backing these dutiful crowns are eight rock-steady center-mounted lugs and the iconic front-to-back Lightning throw off and strainer system, which you better believe lives up to its name for speedily tenoring and re-snaring the shell! Adorned by classic and charming Gretsch Drums round badging and even a snap-in holder for your drum key, there isn’t a curve on the C2 that doesn’t assert professional appeal.





Gretsch Drums C2 2mm Copper Snare Drum Features:


Professional-grade copper snare with superior stage and studio versatility


2mm knurled copper shell exudes a classically dark tone that's impressively well-equalized in the treble and midrange


42-strand snare wires supply a present snap and exceptional playing sensitivity at all dynamics


4mm die-cast hoops and 8 center-mounted lugs aid in this snare's huge cut and tuning dependability


Lightning throw off and strainer system provide extraordinarily quick forward-to-back snaring/tenoring motion


Handsome Gretsch round badging adds a timeless aesthetic


Snap-in drum key holder always keeps your key on hand for tuning adjustments in a pinch


Armed with steadfast and snappy Gretsch Performance drumheads by Remo