Oh man. This is a tough one, as I like them all for different reasons. I’ll go with the Gretsch. I think it’s more musical, and consistent across different tunings and mic placement. But, really - no one could go wrong with any of these.
This was very close! I feel like the Ludwig wins for me because it had the most overtones of the bunch, and in my mind that means that it's the most versatile if you start adding gels or other things it's got the most range
Sonor takes the edge for me, but just slightly. I feel like the last couple weeks were an easy call (especially last week), but these were all pretty close. I'd gladly take any of them!
For me it would be 1. Gretsch 2. Sonor 3. Ludwig 4. PDP. I was intrigued with the idea of wooden hoops on the PDP but it just sounded too dead to me, while the Ludwig "rang" too much for my tastes. All of them are better than what I have right now though, so they're all music to my ears! Thanks for all the great work with these Drumbles and all your other reviews! Love 'em!
1. Ludwig!!!!! 2. Gretsch 3. Sonor 4. PDP This is the closest race of the lot thus far. All of these snares are killer. The Ludwig is my favourite. But that Gretsch is a very close 2nd.
They're very close to eachother, the PDP for example has a different Sounddesign with the Walnut Hoops, i don't think it's "fair" to compare these...but if i had to rank, i'd say: 1. Ludwig 2. Sonor 3. Gretsch 4. PDP But could imagine to own all of them...and if had to buy two of those, i'd take the Ludwig abd the PDP, because of the class and the versatility. Thanks for making such fun videos!
Very tough call this week...they all sound really good. The PDP Concept had such a nice mellow aluminum sound, but the Gretsch USA stole the show in the end.
prolly because I started snare drum lessons in 1967, and had at least 40 snare drums during my pro life, all aluminum snare drums just always conjure up that "garage band" drum sound. I had an original Ludwig Acrolite in the early 70's and never got it to sound great. my 3 cents
All four of those drums are extremely useful sounding. They all would excel in most circumstances. I like the wildness of the Sonor Kompressor steel shell. I suspect others may seek to tame it with some manner of dampening, but I sure like it as is.
All wonderful drums but the Gretsch to me is the winner and I don't usually care for diecast hoops. You could get the Ludwig and the sonor for the same price as the Gretsch.. that's also a nice way of looking at it!!
This Acrolite would be my vote. I do buy an used SAKAE of Aluminum, and does have this warmed sound on the lower tuning. "Hey Oh!" Jim Duggan makes a sweet cameo!
The PDP has the best looks. The Sonor is the liveliest-sounding. The Gretsch seems to be the one that’s easiest to dial in for live and recording. I vote for the Gretsch snare drum.
After several listens and changing my mind a hundred times, I'm going to go with the Ludwig as the winner. It encompasses everything you need out of a snare, but mostly the resonance. It blends into the mix better, in my opinion. I'll go: 1.) Ludwig Acrolite. Just a classic, dependable sound; 2.) PDP. Very interesting snare. Great full-body tone and fast decay. It would be #1 but I could see myself hitting the rim all the time; 3.) Gretch. Tight, dry sound. Probably better for recording; 4.) Sonor (which is funny because it was initially my #1). It also cuts through the mix but it sounded more like a 14x5. A little thin.
Another win for Ludwig! Just enough overtones to fill out the room, all of the others were on the drier side which is fine if that's what you're looking for.
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All of these snares were killer! But the Gretsch use has my vote
I have to go with the Ludwig Acrolite. I think it could fit any situation best and the overtone seems to be the most musical of this bunch.
Gretsch USA wins.
Overtones are well balanced in both tunings. Rimshots sound crystal clear.
Gretsch!! Very musical and has that extra bark that cuts it for me!
1. Sonor, 2. Gretsch, 3. Ludwig, 4. PDP
Surprisingly I like the Ludwig Acrolite
Ludwig Acrolite
PDP for me 👍
That Sonor is so good
Gretsch! 🥁
Gretsch
Sonor 😊
The Gretsch gets my vote but the PDP is real good!
Sonor for me, love that ring, which you can always tame back if you like. Gretsch close second.
Exactly! I'd rather have extra ring that I can dampen. The Sonor's got some serious "POP" too!!!
Sonor was my favorite but the Gretsch was pretty close
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Sonor
Ludwig
Pdp
Sonor for me, but the Gretsch is a very close 2nd.
Agree! For me the difference was the Sonor's "ring" which I can always dampen.
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I think the Sonor Kompressor was the most impressive. Tough choice between that one and the PDP. imo
I vote for the Sonor. It might be a little "much" for some situations, but that clear, crisp sound is just heaven.
That Sonor Kompressor is it. That tone is just magic at all tuning levels. Followed by Ludwig, Gretsch and then PDP.
Oh man. This is a tough one, as I like them all for different reasons. I’ll go with the Gretsch. I think it’s more musical, and consistent across different tunings and mic placement. But, really - no one could go wrong with any of these.
Sonor Kompressor. I’m a fan. Especially with the higher tuning.
1. Ludwig. 2 Gretsch 3. Sonor 4 PDP
SooooooNoooooR is my choice... But that's a tough one...
The Gretsch wins for me, but the Sonor is a damn close second. Considering you can find the Sonor for in the $200s on Reverb, that's a great value!
The Kompressor is so tight and Sonor lugs are really pretty! I’m a big fan definitely has my vote!!!
The Sonor was ridiculously good. Loved the Acro too, but Sonor killed it.
SONOR with that SONOR kick drum !
Then Gretsch, Ludwig and Pdp
Gretsch Solid Steel
This was very close! I feel like the Ludwig wins for me because it had the most overtones of the bunch, and in my mind that means that it's the most versatile if you start adding gels or other things it's got the most range
There is just something about the Sonor that makes it the best drum out of these 4 for me
Gretsch! Love it!
Sonors got it this week for me
Sonor
Gretsch
PDP
Ludwig.
Was really surprised at how little I liked the Ludwig. Thought it would be tops or close to it.
i thought the same thing until I got to the Head 2 Head portion. That's where I realized it had the best tone.
1. Sonor
2. Gretsch
3. Ludwig
4. PDP
Sonor takes the edge for me, but just slightly.
I feel like the last couple weeks were an easy call (especially last week), but these were all pretty close. I'd gladly take any of them!
Gotta go with the classic...that Acrolite sounds so pure with beautiful overtones in both high and low tunings. The acrolite's my vote!
As in my comment forthcoming, it’s got that perfect woody thwack and that dry metallic pang
Gretsch Solid Steel USA♥️
They all sound awesome , I find myself liking the Ludwig sound the best 🥁
The Gretsch solid steel is the clear winner this week.
For me it would be 1. Gretsch 2. Sonor 3. Ludwig 4. PDP. I was intrigued with the idea of wooden hoops on the PDP but it just sounded too dead to me, while the Ludwig "rang" too much for my tastes. All of them are better than what I have right now though, so they're all music to my ears! Thanks for all the great work with these Drumbles and all your other reviews! Love 'em!
1 Gretsch 2 Sonor 3 Ludwig. 4 PDP
1. Ludwig!!!!!
2. Gretsch
3. Sonor
4. PDP
This is the closest race of the lot thus far. All of these snares are killer. The Ludwig is my favourite. But that Gretsch is a very close 2nd.
They're very close to eachother, the PDP for example has a different Sounddesign with the Walnut Hoops, i don't think it's "fair" to compare these...but if i had to rank, i'd say:
1. Ludwig
2. Sonor
3. Gretsch
4. PDP
But could imagine to own all of them...and if had to buy two of those, i'd take the Ludwig abd the PDP, because of the class and the versatility. Thanks for making such fun videos!
My ranking:
1) PDP
2) Ludwig
3) Gretsch
4) Sonor
For sound and price, you cannot go wrong with Kompressor!
That Sonor Kompressor!!!! Dayuuum!!!
The Gretsch snare gets my vote, so musical 😍
Damn they all sounded really good. I'll pick the Sonor on this round.
Gretsch is the clear winner here!!! That Great Gretsch Sound!
I’ve been a life-long Ludwig player and have owned countless Luddy snare but that Gretsch won me over!
I'd love to say the gretsch win this one, but it has to be the sonor. Such a good value for the money, damn 🔥
Sonor won!
The sonor
Wow….they all sound great….but I’m gonna go with the Ludwig Acrolite !!
Very tough call this week...they all sound really good. The PDP Concept had such a nice mellow aluminum sound, but the Gretsch USA stole the show in the end.
Sonor Kompressor is what my ear is liking
The PDP over all had a soulful mellow “pop”
My ears like the Sonor.
Even without Give-aways, can y'all keep doing these?
The Sonor Kompressor was my pick. Especially at higher tuning.
prolly because I started snare drum lessons in 1967, and had at least 40 snare drums during my pro life, all aluminum snare drums just always conjure up that "garage band" drum sound. I had an original Ludwig Acrolite in the early 70's and never got it to sound great. my 3 cents
NO WAY!!! I'm Enjoying this TOO MUCH!!!
Chris Zinn Sinking Spring, Pa.
Ludwig
Gretsch
PDP
Sonor
Sonor wins for me
GRETCH USA SOLID STEEL WINS !!! i think second goes to Sonor very close!
SONOR!! Just the best...
All four of those drums are extremely useful sounding. They all would excel in most circumstances. I like the wildness of the Sonor Kompressor steel shell. I suspect others may seek to tame it with some manner of dampening, but I sure like it as is.
Gretsch , Ludwig, Sonor , PDP but they’re all close
1rts place: Gretsch!
2nd: Sonor,
3rd: PDP,
4th: Ludwig.
My vote is for the Sonor!
Sonor :)
Sonor 1st Gretch 2nd
My ears say Gretsch, My heart says Ludwig…
Gretsch Steel wins (but a 5x14 acro would’ve won this hands down)
Sonor
Sonor
Sonor.
That Kompressor's got some serious "POP" and sustain(which I can always dampen if I want).
The Sonor it is!!!
The Gretsch, followed by the Sonor.
Sonor
Gretsch
Pdp
Ludwig
I liked the Gretsch the best. Great way to compare a bunch of different snares. Thanks! Ha! The autocorrect had for a minute, Gretchen?
All wonderful drums but the Gretsch to me is the winner and I don't usually care for diecast hoops. You could get the Ludwig and the sonor for the same price as the Gretsch.. that's also a nice way of looking at it!!
This Acrolite would be my vote. I do buy an used SAKAE of Aluminum, and does have this warmed sound on the lower tuning. "Hey Oh!" Jim Duggan makes a sweet cameo!
1. PDP 2. Gretsch - again all very similar. Would love to see this done as a blind test next time. Or for the finals?
1. Gretsch
2. Sonor
3. Ludwig
4. PDP
1. Gretsch
2. PDP
3. Sonor
4. Ludwig
1. Gretsch
2. Sonor
3. Ludwig
4. PDP
1. Gretsch
2. Pdp
3. Sonor
4. Ludwig
The PDP has the best looks. The Sonor is the liveliest-sounding. The Gretsch seems to be the one that’s easiest to dial in for live and recording.
I vote for the Gretsch snare drum.
After several listens and changing my mind a hundred times, I'm going to go with the Ludwig as the winner. It encompasses everything you need out of a snare, but mostly the resonance. It blends into the mix better, in my opinion. I'll go:
1.) Ludwig Acrolite. Just a classic, dependable sound;
2.) PDP. Very interesting snare. Great full-body tone and fast decay. It would be #1 but I could see myself hitting the rim all the time;
3.) Gretch. Tight, dry sound. Probably better for recording;
4.) Sonor (which is funny because it was initially my #1). It also cuts through the mix but it sounded more like a 14x5. A little thin.
Gretsch. By a lot. Then sonor then the two student snares. Never understand the acolite stuff
I gotta go with the Gretsch USA Solid Steel! I loved the fullness it has!
1. Gretsch
2. Sonor
3. Ludwig
4. PDP
Sonor Kompressor!
Got same gretsch snare didn't like it until I had 2" cut off it give it that pop
Gotta go with the Gretsch. Well-rounded tones high and low and the rim shots slaaap!
1. Gretsch
2. Sonor
3. Ludwig
4. PDP
5. Many Greetings from Germany
Another win for Ludwig! Just enough overtones to fill out the room, all of the others were on the drier side which is fine if that's what you're looking for.
Tough call, i will buy the sonor but that Gretsch ....
Gretsch by a landslide!!!
That is a fantastic snare.
That Gretsch sounds incredible, and looks *fantastic!* It's the clear winner!