- Also known as the marching snare drum.
- Primarily used in marching bands and drum corps.
- Usually played while slung from a harness or carrier that allows the drummer to march and play simultaneously.
- Has a cylindrical shell made of wood or metal.
- Typically has a shallower shell compared to a standard snare drum.
- Snares are usually made of nylon or gut and are located on the bottom head of the drum.
- Produces a bright, cutting sound with sharp snare articulation.
- Commonly utilized in military parades, marching band performances, and marching arts competitions.
Snare Drum:
- The standard snare drum used in various musical genres such as rock, pop, jazz, country, etc.
- Mostly played in a seated position or mounted on a drum set.
- Has a cylindrical shell made of wood or metal, typically deeper than a side drum.
- Snares are typically made of metal (usually carbon steel or stainless steel) and are located on the bottom head of the drum.
- Produces a wider range of sounds and articulations, from crisp snare attacks to muffled and controlled tones.
- Offers more dynamic possibilities, including rim shots, cross-sticking, rim clicks, and more complex drumming techniques.
- Widely used in various musical settings, including live performances, studio recordings, marching bands (sometimes), drum lines, and drum corps.