Fxpansion BFD Signature Snares Vol.1

BFD v2.1's support for custom articulations is designed to allow these snares to offer 'rim clicks’ in addition to the standard snare articulations, as well as positional sensing when used with electronic drums.

Roy Haynes Signature Snare Drum (14" × 5.5")
The sound of jazz great Roy Haynes is embodied in this hand-hammered copper shell snare.

Played with:

• Sticks (strainer on and off)

• Brushes (strainer on and off)

• Mallets (strainer off)

Bamboo Snare Drum (14" × 6.5")
Paper-thin sheets of bamboo are used to create single plies, six of which are used to form perfectly round shells with Yamaha’s original “Air-Seal System”.

Played with:

• Sticks (strainer off)

FHP (fibreglass) Snare Drum (14" × 6")
A precursor to the FRP range, the FHP’s fibreglass material permits the utilisation of thinner 3mm shells, which is said to deliver a fat, dynamic sound with excellent playing response. The FHP uses the same material used in making Yamaha marimbas, xylophones, and tympanis.

Played with:

• Sticks (strainer on and off)

• Hot rods (strainer on and off)

Dave Weckl Signature Model (14" × 5")
One of a series of Dave Weckl signature snares featuring a dual-strainer design, this steel-shell model possesses a unique sound and 'crack’, the company says.

Played with:

• Sticks (strainer on)

• Brushes (strainer on)

Mike Bordin Signature Model (14" × 6.5")
With a partially hand-hammered 2mm copper shell, this snare features a thick, dark tone.

Played with:

• Sticks (strainer on)

Availability & Pricing
BFD Signature Snares Vol.1 is a download-only product and is available now from the FXpansion web shop.

Special Offer: BFD Signature Snares Vol.1 is GBP £25, Euro €35, USD $50 for all registered BFD2 owners with one or more of the Yamaha Expansion Kits (Maple Custom Absolute or Oak Custom).

BFD Signature Snares Vol.1 is GBP £35, Euro €49, USD $70 for all registered BFD2 owners.