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Gretsch Drums Gergo Borlai Signature Snare Drum - 4.25 x 14-inch

4.25" x 14" Snare Drum, Gergo Borlai Signature, with 1.2mm Sand-blasted Brass Shell, 4mm Die-cast Hoops, and Lightning Throw Off
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Loud and Versatile: Gergo Borlai’s Signature Snare Drum

You can judge drummers by the company they keep. Gergo Borlai has expanded his superstar clinician status in Europe worldwide, touring and working on projects with a veritable who’s who of the contemporary jazz fusion world that includes members of Tribal Tech, Hiram Bullock, Al Di Meola, Terry Bozzio, Hadrien Feraud, Tim Lefebvre, and many more. So when Gretsch Drums designs a signature snare drum with Gergo, you know it’s got to be good. And indeed is is! Take it from the drummers at Sweetwater: the Gretsch Drums Gergo Borlai Signature Snare Drum is extremely sensitive to your playing dynamics. And it’s one loud puppy. Tuned down, this snare barks with the big dogs. Perfect for ballads! Tune it tight, and and it’ll muscle through the thickest rock track.

The Gretsch Drums Gergo Borlai Signature Snare Drum features a 4.25-inch x 14-inch, 1.2mm brass shell, 45° bearing edges, 40-strand snare wires, and 4mm die-cast hoops, making it one of the more unique snare drums in the Gretsch lineup. Gretsch artisans at the Ridgeland, South Carolina, factory developed a distinctive surface treatment that features a sandblasted texture for a tight sound and wicked good looks. Gretsch Drums’ famous Lightning throw off is onboard, as is a Gretsch Permatone Control Sound batter head by Remo USA. Inside, you’ll spot the label that proudly bears Gergo Borlai’s signature. Your snare drum is the beating heart of your kit. So don’t settle. Elevate your drumming with the Gretsch Drums Gergo Borlai Signature Snare Drum.

Gretsch Drums Gergo Borlai Signature 4.25-inch x 14-inch Snare Drum Features:

  • Designed by Gretsch artisans to Gergo Borlai’s specifications
  • 1.2mm sandblasted brass shell
  • Gretsch Permatone Control Sound batter head
  • 40-strand snare wire
  • 45° bearing edges
  • 4mm die-cast hoops
  • Lightning throw off and butt plate
  • Interior label signed by Gergo Borlai

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Snare
  • Drum Depth: 4.25"
  • Drum Diameter: 14"
  • Shell Material: Brass
  • Shell Construction: 1.2mm
  • Hoops: 4.0mm Die-cast
  • Lugs: 8 x Classic Lugs
  • Color: Natural
  • Finish: Sand-blasted
  • Heads: Gretsch Permatone by Remo USA
  • Manufacturer Part Number: GAS42514-GB

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Rated 5/5

Gergo Borlai Gretsch 4.25x14

10/10

Best sounding snare drum I've ever played and own!!
I've always been in search of a high tone snare(but not a piccolo) for 34 yrs
The sandblast brass gives an amazing resonate tone and overtones with VERY little " Ring" If any) also gives you MORE diversity of any other shallow shell snares can offer
I've finally found the exact snare drum I've always desired!! This puppy is loud and cracks or can be played with soft,subtle brush strokes, Your choice?

P.S. I wish I didn't write this review because I'm gonna be seeing a lot more of em!
So far the only person is The Man himself @gergoborlai!
I am somewhat biased because I'm a gretsch man,
I'd buy it NOW because when I purchased at Sweetwater the month it came out!! It's Now $ more than a year ago!
And the price will keep rising
A. Pandemic economy
B. It an amazing snare and realize it's worth more!!
DRUM ON

I bought the Borlai the month it came out
Music background: Drums
Rated 5/5

The Gergo The Great

Amazing sound!
Typical high pitch with a strong pop, AND little to no ring.. No moongel , no tape! Just tune it right and off you go!!
Versatile snare!!! Can be tuned low as well and can shred ! - Although imo the magic is being high pitch tuned !! Very original ( non picallo snare sound ) This brass beauty is my " Go to" every song, every practice, every genre , any groove! I should say " NOT RECOMMENDED" , just so I maybe would be one of the few that own this treasure! Lol But obviously that's a lie, You will be more than happy with the great Gergo Borlai Gretsch custom 14x4.25! Fantastic remo head that comes with it!!! - Having trouble locating them Sweetwater!??
Let me know where in the catolog are these heads???
Music background: Funk/fusion/jazz/BluesRock
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