New Sonor Kompressor Metal Snare Drums | 8 Models Reviewed!

We review all 8 models of the NEW Sonor Kompressor metal snare drums! If you like them, you can buy them from us using the links below the chapter selection!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro & Metal Snare Drum History
01:16 Sonor Kompressor Overview
03:39 Kompressor Steel 14x5.75
06:01 Kompressor Steel 14x6.5
08:32 Kompressor Brass 14x5.75
10:46 Kompressor Brass 14x6.5
13:07 Kompressor Brass 13x7
15:43 Kompressor Aluminum 14x5.75
18:01 Kompressor Aluminum 14x6.5
20:13 Kompressor Aluminum 14x8
23:07 Head 2 Head Komparison

Buy the Sonor Kompressors here:
Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x5.75 Chromed Steel

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x6.5 Chromed Steel

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x5.75 Black Nickel Plated Brass

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x6.5 Black Nickel Plated Brass

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 13x7 Black Nickel Plated Brass

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x5.75 Polished Aluminum

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x6.5 Polished Aluminum

Sonor Kompressor Snare Drum 14x8 Polished Aluminum

Drum kit used in this video: Sonor SQ2 Vintage Maple in African Marble

Cymbals Used:
Sabian HHX Complex Thin Ride Cymbal 22

Sabian HHX Complex Medium Big Cup Hi Hat Cymbals 15"

Microphones used to capture the drums:

Bass Drum:

Snare Drum:

Toms:

Overheads:

Room Mics:

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[drumcenternh]

To answer a FAQ, these drums have a seam.

[steverichdrummr]

I could listen to Tony play all day, and man he got a workout on this one. Great job guys.

[wesleydavidson]

I recently called in to order something over the phone and I heard a snare in the background, and I asked the sales rep “is that a recording or a real snare?” He said that’s a real snare and that Tony was filming some new snares. I’m guessing it was these! They sound great!

[vincenzoa]

That “achievement unlocked” move was hilarious! You guys make such great, informative and funny videos that are always entertaining to watch!

[TheCapedCrusader]

The drought is finally over! It's always exciting time when Sonor brings out new instruments and these sound as great as any Sonor drum. The history bits in the intros are always appreciated as I didn't know that Sonor started the whole metal snare drum business, cool stuff!

[rogerpye]

They all sound great. I have to say though that the Aluminum have the best tone for my ear. Great video - as always!

[boogingtonthunderwood]

Shane, what a wonderfully executed vid!

[TheHeadlessDrummer]

I just added the 14x6.5” chrome over steel Kompressor. My first Sonor drum, although I do have Sonor hardware (4, 000 series kick pedal, 4, 000 series double boom stand, 1, 000 series hardware pack with 2 boom stands, hi hat stand and snare stand). I have 3 kits - a Yamaha SC 7-piece for at home and solo practice sessions. I gig with a Mapex Armory 6-piece (2 up, 2 down) and record on a Tama Starclassic Birch/Bubinga. I’ve always wanted a Sonor kit but their higher end kits are a little out of my price range, but I finally at least got a taste of Sonor’s famous craftsmanship and engineering with the Kompressor snare. I like the steel shell so much that I’m looking into adding either the brass and/or beech model in the 13x7 size. Love me a 13x7 snare so they’re definitely on my radar.

[chottozumi]

They are

Your honesty is much appreciated😆😆

[ghostdrums]

Great you made a head 2 head Komparison this time. 😄Suits the Kompressor snares really well. 👍

[danecampbell]

Great video! I'd struggle to choose just one. All the steel shells sound great, the 3x7 and 14x6.5 brass sound awesome and the 14x6.5 aluminium is probably the best of the aluminium options even though that 14x8 is a beast.

[pannocchio]

Great review! I've had a lot of vintage and non vintage snares: ludwig, slingerland, gretsch, tama, premier, pearl and so on.. I then bought a $1200 sonor artists series steel snare. it's the best I've ever had. Now with the Kompressor steel snare you can get the same sound for less.

[csalgar]

"do'n't ask me the shells...have no idea"..., , , hilarious, love it!! :) 🤭🤭

[sammcdouall]

What a great sounding line of affordable Sonor snares. Please consider selling & reviewing snares from PA Lovetone. Australian hardwood drums that are 100% solid shells

[TheDude]

🤣😂🤣🤣😂😂 1:33 made me LOL and snort! Scared the hell out of the studio cat!

[mgdrummer]

I picked up a 6.5x14 aluminum about a month ago and have had it out on a few gigs so far. I didn't realize (because the specs were kinda kept secret until now) that it's got a 2mm thick shell. You can feel and hear that extra mass when you play it, say, versus a Supra, etc. I think these are going to do well for Sonor. Great video!

[dreamdrummer]

Great snares, but I'm having a Universal 14x8 with die cast hoops. Love your videos!!!

[surfsubotnikerfurt]

Great Sound-Concept. My favorite is the 14x6, 5" Brass.

[ricrocren]

Thanks for the review and great drumming!
I checked out this video because I already had it in my head I was going to purchase the 14x6.5" Brass drum, just on principle, without even a listen.
However, now I've seen and heard them all and I really like the Steel drums, both sizes!
As for looks, the Aluminum drum is sleek and gorgeous to the eye, especially the 14x8".
They all sound great so I guess its really all about what you're going for.
Great video!

[GregBatte]

Shallow Aluminum was my favorite. 13" Brass close 2nd.