{"product_id":"yamaha-recording-custom-rbs1455-birch-snare-drum","title":"Yamaha Recording Custom RBS1455 Birch Snare Drum – 14 x 5.5\"","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.yms-rc{box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;max-width:100%;padding:0 18px 0 20px;margin:0 auto;color:#1f2937;line-height:1.6}\n.yms-rc *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.yms-rc h2{font-size:clamp(20px,2.6vw,25px)!important;font-weight:700!important;margin:30px 0 12px!important;color:#111827!important}\n.yms-rc h3{font-size:clamp(16px,2vw,18px)!important;font-weight:700!important;margin:0 0 6px!important}\n.yms-rc p{margin:0 0 12px}\n.yms-rc .i{padding:18px 16px;border-left:4px solid #6b3fa0;background:#faf6ff;border-radius:10px;margin:8px 0 6px}\n.yms-rc .i h2{margin:0 0 10px!important}\n.yms-rc .flag{padding:12px 14px;background:#fff7ed;border:1px solid #fed7aa;border-radius:9px;margin:0 0 12px}\n.yms-rc .g{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(150px,1fr));gap:10px;margin:6px 0 4px}\n.yms-rc .t{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;background:#fafafa;padding:12px 14px}\n.yms-rc .t span{display:block;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#6b7280;margin:0 0 3px}\n.yms-rc .t strong{font-size:16px;color:#111827}\n.yms-rc ul.b{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0}\n.yms-rc ul.b li{padding:0 0 0 22px;position:relative;margin:0 0 10px}\n.yms-rc ul.b li:before{content:\"\\25AA\";position:absolute;left:4px;color:#6b3fa0}\n.yms-rc .d{padding:20px 18px;background:#2a1b3d;color:#e7dff2;border-radius:12px;margin:18px 0}\n.yms-rc .d h2,.yms-rc .d h3{color:#fff!important;margin-top:0!important}\n.yms-rc .d .sub{padding:12px 14px;background:rgba(255,255,255,.07);border-radius:9px;margin:0 0 10px}\n.yms-rc .s{width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch}\n.yms-rc table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:660px;font-size:14px}\n.yms-rc th,.yms-rc td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.yms-rc th{background:#f3f0fa;font-weight:700}\n.yms-rc tr.me td{background:#faf6ff;font-weight:700}\n.yms-rc .q{margin:0 0 4px;font-weight:700}\n.yms-rc .fq{padding:14px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb}\n.yms-rc .w{padding:16px;background:#f8f8f8;border-radius:12px;margin:22px 0 8px}\n.yms-rc .feat{display:grid;grid-template-columns:240px 1fr;gap:22px;align-items:start;margin:14px 0;padding:18px;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;background:#fff}\n.yms-rc .feat figure{margin:0}\n.yms-rc .feat img{display:block;width:100%;max-width:240px;height:auto;border:1px solid #eeeeee;border-radius:8px;background:#fff}\n.yms-rc figcaption{margin:7px 0 0;font-size:12px;line-height:1.45;color:#6b7280}\n.yms-rc .feat p:last-child{margin-bottom:0}\n.yms-rc .augrp{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:12px 0 6px}\n.yms-rc .augrp\u003ediv{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;padding:16px;background:#fafafa}\n.yms-rc .augrp h3{margin:0 0 4px!important}\n.yms-rc .augrp .sub2{font-size:12.5px;color:#6b7280;margin:0 0 12px}\n.yms-rc .arow{margin:0 0 13px}\n.yms-rc .arow:last-child{margin:0}\n.yms-rc .arow span{display:block;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#374151;margin:0 0 5px}\n.yms-rc audio{display:block;width:100%;height:38px}\n.yms-rc .src{font-size:12px;color:#6b7280;margin:10px 0 0}\n@media screen and (max-width:749px){.yms-rc .feat{grid-template-columns:1fr}.yms-rc .feat figure{max-width:280px;margin:0 auto}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yms-rc\" data-yms-dtx=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"i\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Recording Custom Studio Voice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flag\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRBS1455 only.\u003c\/strong\u003e This page covers the \u003cstrong\u003e14 × 5.5-inch RBS1455\u003c\/strong\u003e in the two finishes currently offered here: \u003cstrong\u003eReal Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Black\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 14 × 8-inch RBS1480 is a separate model and is not included. Sold as a snare drum only; a snare stand is not included, so tell us if you need one and we will match a Yamaha stand to it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RBS1455 is the compact birch snare built to match Yamaha's Recording Custom kits. Its \u003cstrong\u003e6-ply, 6.0 mm, 100% birch shell\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers punch with controlled overtones, helping each stroke remain clearly defined when microphones are close and the rest of the kit is active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e30-degree \/ R1.5 bearing edge\u003c\/strong\u003e, lightweight steel triple-flange hoops and Yamaha's one-piece lugs give it a crisp, articulate response with a broad usable tuning range. It is the Recording Custom choice when you want the focus of the series in a warmer wood-shell voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eShell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6-ply, 6.0 mm birch\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 × 5.5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHoops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.6 mm steel triple-flange\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBearing edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 degrees \/ R1.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSnare wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSN1425H, 25 strands\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSnare stand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"b\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-ply, 6.0 mm, 100% birch shell\u003c\/strong\u003e — punchy and controlled, with the clear note separation Yamaha designed the Recording Custom family around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.6 mm steel triple-flange hoops with 10 holes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Their lighter construction leaves the birch shell open and responsive while keeping rim shots consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-piece lugs with an internal lug lock mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e for stable tuning and clean sustain from the core shell sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ-type strainer on the release side and DC3-type butt side\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy-duty hardware with smooth operation, fine adjustment and straightforward wire replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSN1425H 25-strand high-carbon steel snare wire\u003c\/strong\u003e for a dense, even response across the 14-inch resonant head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha Remo Ambassador Coated batter and Ambassador Snare side heads,\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted at the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-degree \/ R1.5 bearing edge and a 2.7 mm snare bed\u003c\/strong\u003e on the RBS1455.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree Details That Define It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feat\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/7159\/6197\/files\/yamaha-rbs1455-one-piece-lugs.jpg?v=1788949560\" alt=\"One-piece lugs on the Yamaha Recording Custom RBS1455 birch snare drum\" width=\"240\" height=\"240\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eOne-piece lugs keep the design clean while supporting stable tuning and sustain.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne-Piece Lugs with Internal Locks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha's modern one-piece lug retains the visual character of the Recording Custom series. The internal locking mechanism helps resist gradual detuning, while the rigid one-piece construction supports the crisp, articulate core sound Yamaha specifies for the drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a studio snare, that consistency matters: the drum returns to the same response across repeated takes and remains dependable through longer sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feat\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/7159\/6197\/files\/yamaha-rbs1455-6-ply-birch-shell.png?v=1788949552\" alt=\"Six-ply 6 mm birch shell on the Yamaha Recording Custom RBS1455 snare drum\" width=\"240\" height=\"175\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eThe 6-ply, 6.0 mm shell is made entirely from birch.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6-Ply, 6.0 mm, 100% Birch Shell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch combines punch with controlled resonance. Yamaha highlights its ability to reduce unwanted noise and limit interference when drums sit close together, helping every stroke stay clearly separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RBS1455 turns that behaviour into a focused 14 × 5.5-inch studio voice: quick enough for detailed work, with more warmth and shell tone than the Recording Custom metal models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feat\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/7159\/6197\/files\/yamaha-rbs1455-q-type-strainer.jpg?v=1788949568\" alt=\"Q-type strainer on the Yamaha Recording Custom RBS1455 birch snare drum\" width=\"240\" height=\"320\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eThe heavy-duty Q-type strainer on the release side.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ-Type Strainer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003eQ-type strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e is robust, stable and smooth in operation. It gives you controlled wire engagement and fine tension adjustment without distracting mechanical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha pairs it with a DC3-type butt side and the SN1425H 25-strand high-carbon steel wire for an even, sensitive response across the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHear It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha's official RBS1455 sound demos, recorded at low, mid and high tuning with Ambassador heads. Listen through all three to hear how the 5.5-inch shell moves from a fuller backbeat to a tight, articulate studio crack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"augrp\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRBS1455 — 14 × 5.5 inches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub2\"\u003eSN1425H 25-strand high-carbon steel wire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"arow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLow tuning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003caudio controls preload=\"none\" src=\"https:\/\/uk.yamaha.com\/en\/files\/RBS1455_Kit_All_Low_with_AMB_tcm117-1782667.mp3\"\u003e\u003c\/audio\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"arow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMid tuning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003caudio controls preload=\"none\" src=\"https:\/\/uk.yamaha.com\/en\/files\/RBS1455_Kit_All_Mid_with_AMB_tcm117-1783209.mp3\"\u003e\u003c\/audio\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"arow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHigh tuning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003caudio controls preload=\"none\" src=\"https:\/\/uk.yamaha.com\/en\/files\/RBS1455_Kit_All_Hi_with_AMB_tcm117-1782230.mp3\"\u003e\u003c\/audio\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"src\"\u003eAudio: official Yamaha RBS1455 sound demos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"d\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal Wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#ded3ee\"\u003eThe natural Recording Custom appearance and the closest visual match for a Real Wood Recording Custom kit. Shell, hardware and price are identical to Solid Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolid Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#ded3ee\"\u003eThe same RBS1455 specification in Yamaha's understated opaque black finish. Choose it for a neutral stage look or to pair with a darker kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWood or Metal?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RBS1455 gives you the warmth and controlled resonance of birch with the Recording Custom family's crisp articulation. The metal models use thinner 1.2 mm shells and a 45-degree edge for a more immediate metallic voice. Aluminium is the most open and woody of the metals; brass adds darkness and weight; stainless steel emphasizes attack and projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShell\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHoops\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"me\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRBS1455\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBirch, 6-ply 6.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 × 5.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.6 mm steel triple-flange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocused, warm and articulate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAS1455 \/ RAS1465\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium 1.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 × 5.5 or 14 × 6.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 mm aluminium die-cast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen and woody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRRS1455 \/ RRS1465 \/ RRS1365\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass 1.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3 mm steel Dyna Hoop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark intensity, weight and body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRLS1455 \/ RLS1470\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel 1.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 × 5.5 or 14 × 7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3 mm steel Dyna Hoop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrisp attack and strong projection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"q\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Is this page for the RBS1480 too?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eNo. This listing covers only the 14 × 5.5-inch RBS1455. The 14 × 8-inch RBS1480 has a much deeper shell and is a separate product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"q\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Is there any specification difference between Real Wood and Solid Black?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eNo. The finish is the only difference. Both variants use the same 6-ply 6.0 mm birch shell, hoops, lugs, heads, strainer and snare wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"q\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Why does the RBS1455 use triple-flange hoops?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eThe 1.6 mm steel triple-flange hoops are lighter and allow more of the birch shell's natural response to come through. They suit the open, responsive character Yamaha designed into this wood snare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"q\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e What heads and wire are supplied?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eYamaha fits an Ambassador Coated batter, Ambassador Snare side head and an SN1425H 25-strand high-carbon steel snare wire at the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"q\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#6b3fa0\"\u003eQ.\u003c\/span\u003e Does it come with a snare stand?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eNo. This is the RBS1455 drum alone in your selected finish. Ask us and we will add a suitable Yamaha snare stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px!important\"\u003eWhy Buy from YMS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eYMS For Music is an authorised \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha Premium Retailer\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every drum is genuine Yamaha stock with full manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eHear the RBS1455 beside the Recording Custom metals in Bengaluru or Mangaluru to choose the voice that fits your playing. 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