The Premier HTS 800 Snare Drum is widely regarded as the world’s leading pipe band snare drum, engineered to deliver exceptional clarity, crisp articulation and powerful projection. Designed and manufactured with precision, it meets the demands of elite pipe band drummers and drum corps seeking consistent, championship-level performance.
 
At the heart of the HTS 800 is a 5.6mm, 7-ply all-birch free-floating shell, finished with a precision 45-degree bearing edge and internal lacquer coating. This construction allows the drum to project dynamic clarity, precise articulation and a full, resonant tone that ensures performances stand out in both competition and parade settings. The shell design is complemented by die-cast aluminium hoops and suspension rings, providing strength, stability and optimal resonance.
 
The drum features both top and bottom snare mechanisms that respond accurately to fine adjustments, allowing drummers to achieve and maintain exact high-tension tuning. Anti-friction coated tension bolts further enhance tuning stability, ensuring the drum holds its setup even under demanding performance conditions. Every component is engineered to exacting standards to support reliability and consistency when it matters most.
 
Fitted as standard with a Remo Cybermax drumhead, the HTS 800 is purpose-built for pipe drumming, offering extreme durability under high tension alongside excellent musical response. Each bearing edge is precision cut to maximise projection and clarity, contributing to the drum’s renowned cutting sound.
 
Finished in a high-quality gloss lacquer, the HTS 800 is available with polished aluminium or chrome hardware and a range of premium finishes, including Ebony Black, Flame Red, Ivory White and Sapphire. Supplied with a carry hook and high-tension drum key, the Premier HTS 800 represents the pinnacle of pipe band snare drum design and continues to be the instrument of choice for champions worldwide.