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All European Birch
The Sonor SQ1 drum shell is crafted from 100 European Birch. This choice of wood is renowned for its exceptional sound characteristics, making it a top choice for both studio recordings and live performances. The balanced mids, pronounced lows, and highs create a versatile drum sound that is highly sought after by drummers. After rigorous testing, Sonor concluded that using pure Birch provides the most versatile and best-sounding drum possible.
Cross Laminated Tension Free (C.L.T.F.)
To create a drum shell that acts as a solid acoustic unity, Sonor utilises cross-laminated plies of Birch. This construction technique ensures that the shell is perfectly round and offers excellent stability. Each ply is laminated at a 90° angle, allowing the shell to remain tension-free. This means that even if the shell were cut in half from the batter to the resonant side, it would still maintain its round shape. The result is a drum shell that delivers incredible sound quality and robustness.
Optimum Shell Measurement (O.S.M.)
Sonor's OSM shell construction takes drum sound to the next level. By using slightly undersized shell diameters, the drum head is granted the space it needs to float freely. This design enables unrestricted contact between the bearing edge and the drum head, resulting in enhanced resonance and improved tonal quality. With OSM, every note you play will ring out clearly and with precision.
TuneSafe
Say goodbye to constantly tuning your drums during a performance. With Sonor's patented TuneSafe system, your drums will stay perfectly in tune, 100 of the time. This innovative system prevents tension rods from loosening, providing maximum tuning stability, even in extreme environments. So whether you're playing in the studio or rocking out on stage, you can trust that your Sonor SQ1 14 x 5" drum will maintain its pitch throughout your entire performance.
Anatomy of a sound sustainer
Sonor understands the importance of preserving the natural resonance and sustain of a drum. That's why they designed the Sound Sustainer mount. Inspired by the automotive industry, this unique mounting solution minimizes contact between the mount and the shell, allowing the drum to resonate freely. By integrating rubber insulation within the mount, the Sound Sustainer eliminates any shell-to-mount contact, resulting in extended sustain, a clean overtone spectrum, and a clearly defined fundamental tone. Tested scientifically and proven to enhance sound quality, the Sound Sustainer offers an integrated insulation/mounting solution that takes up minimal space while delivering maximum sound enhancement.
...And the sound goes on
Thanks to the new Sound Sustainer technology, the Sonor SQ1 14 x 5" drum ensures complete isolation between the metal mount and the wooden shell. This guarantees a particularly long-lasting and clean decaying sustain. Sonor aimed to develop a drum mounting solution that would have minimal impact on resonance and sustain while offering stability and a small footprint. Inspired by vibration-control technology used in the automotive industry, they created a revolutionary concept that integrates rubber insulation within the mount, eliminating any shell-to-mount contact. Scientific research confirms the significant improvement in extended sustain compared to traditional mounting methods. With the Sonor SQ1 14 x 5" drum, you'll experience enhanced sustain and a pure, powerful sound that resonates with the utmost clarity.
Specifications
- Finish: GT Black
- Shell Sizes: 14" x 5"
- Shell Material: Birch
- Shell Thickness: 7 Plies, 7mm
- Bearing Edges: 45°
- Hoops: 2.3mm Power Hoops
- Lugs: SONOR Double Lugs, Hole Spacing: 40mm
- Hardware-Finish: Chrome
- Badges: SQ1 Badge, 40x60mm
- Shell Manufacturing: CLTF (Cross Laminated Tension Free)-Method, OSM (Optimum Shell Measurement)
- Other Features: TuneSafe System
- Snare Throw-Off: Dual Glide Snare Strainer
