Yamaha Recording Custom 14x8.5 Snare Drum MIJ Birch – Surf Green / Aqua Lacquer – Excellent Condition

Condition

Excellent / Very Good (used).

Shell finish is glossy and vibrant with minimal wear. Chrome hardware (lugs, hoops, strainer) is clean and bright with only light play wear. Heads show normal playing marks (Remo coated batter with center circle + clear resonant with snares). No cracks, dents, or structural issues. Ready to play.

Description

Beautiful Yamaha Recording Custom snare in a striking light turquoise / Surf Green (aqua) high-gloss lacquer finish.

•  Size: 14” diameter × 8.5” depth

•  Shell: All-birch (classic Recording Custom construction)

•  Made in Japan (badge reads “HANDCRAFTED SINCE 1967 / YAMAHA / MODEL SER.NO. / MADE IN JAPAN / RECORDING CUSTOM”)

•  Chrome hardware with classic Yamaha one-piece high-tension lugs

•  Triple-flanged steel hoops

•  Yamaha strainer / throw-off (with adjustment)

•  Current heads: Remo coated batter (with gray center circle) + clear resonant side with snare wires

This is the deep, punchy Recording Custom birch voice that defined countless studio sessions — focused attack, solid low-mid body, wide tuning range, and that classic Yamaha clarity. The 8.5” depth gives extra volume and low-end compared with the more common 5.5” or 6.5” models while still remaining sensitive and articulate.

The Surf Green / aqua finish is eye-catching and pairs beautifully with almost any kit. Perfect as a primary snare or a distinctive second snare for recording and live work.

Specs summary

•  Diameter: 14”

•  Depth: 8.5”

•  Shell: Birch

•  Finish: High-gloss Surf Green / Aqua lacquer

•  Hardware: Chrome

•  Lugs: Yamaha one-piece high-tension

•  Origin: Japan