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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snares

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By Rhythm magazine published 25 January 2013

Porcupine Tree man gets his own snares

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

NAMM 2013: Porcupine Tree drummer Gavin Harrison has been working with Sonor on his signature snare for 14 months - and here's the result!

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

The two Protean snares are available in 14"x5 1/4" and 12"x5" sizes and both feature hybrid bearing edges, with rounded on top and 45 degree on bottom. The hoops are also hybrid, with Gavin favouring an S hoop on top and triple flanged on bottom.

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

The snares also feature Sonor's new Dual Glide strainer and specially designed snare wires, with the latter able to be changed with a simple click.

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NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

NAMM 2013: In Pictures: Sonor Gavin Harrison snare

With so much attention to detail in crafting these drums it is little surprise that thought has also gone into keeping them safe and sound. The Hardcase designed case is able to house the snares, wires, keys and dampening rings.

For more details head to www.sonor.com.

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