{"product_id":"pre-owned-gretsch-brooklyn-14-x-6-5-snare-drum-creme-oyster","title":"Pre-Owned Gretsch Brooklyn 14\" x 6.5\" Snare Drum – Creme Oyster","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003epre-owned Gretsch Brooklyn 14\" x 6.5\" snare drum\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the warm, full-bodied sound of Gretsch’s maple\/poplar shell with the slightly more open character of their 302 double-flanged hoops.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA, the Brooklyn series has plenty of classic Gretsch character. The 6.5\" depth gives the drum a good amount of body and weight, while still responding well when tuned higher for a tighter, more articulate sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCreme Oyster finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives it a traditional vintage-style appearance, matched with chrome hardware and the Brooklyn round badge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular drum is \u003cstrong\u003epre-owned and does show signs of previous use\u003c\/strong\u003e. There are some cosmetic marks and wear around the rim\/hoop area, along with normal playing marks to the batter head. Nothing unusual for a used snare, but we've photographed the drum clearly so you can see its condition before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great opportunity to pick up a USA-made Brooklyn snare without paying the price of a brand-new example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it actually sound like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brooklyn has a warm, rounded sound with plenty of body from the 6.5\" shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt medium tunings it has a fat centre hit with a little natural openness around the edges. Bring the tuning up and it becomes crisp and responsive while still retaining more body than a shallower 5\" or 5.5\" snare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 302 double-flanged hoops also allow the drum to ring a little more freely than Gretsch's heavier die-cast hoops, making this a particularly versatile snare for rock, pop, blues, soul and studio work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-Owned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum has been played and shows cosmetic signs of previous use, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarks and light wear around the rim\/hoop area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying marks and wear to the batter head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral light cosmetic wear associated with normal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease take a close look at the photographs as these form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14\" x 6.5\" snare drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch Brooklyn Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-ply maple\/poplar shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-degree bearing edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch Silver Sealer shell interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch 302 3mm double-flanged steel hoops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch USA-style lugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrooklyn round badge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch Lightning snare throw-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20-strand snare wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreme Oyster finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Gretsch Brooklyn 14\" x 6.5\"\u003cbr\u003eSeries: Brooklyn\u003cbr\u003eSize: 14\" x 6.5\"\u003cbr\u003eShell: 6-ply Maple \/ Poplar\u003cbr\u003eBearing Edge: 30 Degree\u003cbr\u003eInterior: Gretsch Silver Sealer\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Creme Oyster\u003cbr\u003eHoops: Gretsch 302 Double-Flanged Steel\u003cbr\u003eHoop Thickness: 3mm\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eThrow-Off: Gretsch Lightning\u003cbr\u003eSnare Wires: 20-Strand\u003cbr\u003eBadge: Brooklyn Round Badge\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: USA\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Pre-Owned\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGretsch Brooklyn 14\" x 6.5\" Snare Drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo stand or additional accessories are included unless shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose the Brooklyn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brooklyn series sits in a really nice position within the Gretsch USA range. It still has the warmth and character people tend to associate with Gretsch drums, but the 302 hoops give it a slightly more open and lively response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" x 6.5\" size is also a very useful all-rounder. There is enough depth for a big backbeat without the drum becoming difficult to control when you need something tighter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gretsch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52368661512488,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/4558\/6984\/files\/Photo10-09-2026_51258pm.jpg?v=1789114003","url":"https:\/\/ev-entz.co.uk\/products\/pre-owned-gretsch-brooklyn-14-x-6-5-snare-drum-creme-oyster","provider":"Ev-Entz Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}