14" Copper Snare from the Star Reserve Series The PCP147 is a premium metal snare worthy of the TAMA Star Reserve name. Its premium-grade 1.2mm copper shell is hand-crafted and brushed with a gorgeous satin finish. This unique shell design delivers rich, raw, dry, dark tone in its center that is at once articulate and throaty. The outer edges of the shell are where the drum opens up with higher-pitched overtones, ideal for mixing in almost any style of music. These tonal qualities, paired with coppers natural sensitivity and projection, make the PCP147 a favorite snare among drummers here at GearNuts.Linear-Drive throw off and butt plate TAMAs model PCP147s throw off prevents the "slap" of snare wires hitting the bottom head, allowing seamless transitions between tenored and active snare tones. The Linear-Drive system holds snare wires firmly and safely at a 30° angle and features a linear-motion strainer mechanism for