Compare the exact model, published price and setup requirements for rehearsals, recording or live playing. Soma Music lists ten Nimbus snares, from the 1310 Cannon at RM647 to Copper and Hammered Copper models at RM1,600. Material names help build a shortlist; they do not establish which drum sounds best for your music.
Catalogue prices; confirm stock. Material labels follow model names, not an independent shell analysis.
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Listed models and prices
Before choosing
Aluminium / aluminum
Aluminum RM900; ALX Aluminum RM980
Ask for thickness, dimensions, hoops and supplied heads.
Maple and birch
Ebony Gold Birch RM850; Selected Maple and Ebony Gold Maple RM1,400 each
Confirm shell construction and compare equivalent tuning.
Copper
Copper and Hammered Copper RM1,600 each
Compare the actual shell and hardware; hammering does not prove better sound.
Acrylic
Crystal Acrylic RM850
Confirm dimensions and hardware before comparing materials.
Other models
1310 Cannon RM647; Hammered Gold RM699
Do not infer material or dimensions from a finish name or model code.
Choosing a snare for rock, studio or church
For a rehearsal, compare how the drum fits your musical volume and tuning. For recording, listen for unwanted ringing and snare-wire response. In a church or smaller room, controlled dynamics matter alongside the shell. These are audition priorities, not claims that one material automatically suits a genre.
Read the snare material buying guide. Tell us your current drum, target size and budget. Ask which models can be demonstrated before travelling.
LISTED MODELS
Compare Nimbus products.
Open any product for prices, specifications and photos. Confirm current stock with Soma Music in Ampang, Kuala Lumpur.
The Nimbus 1310 Cannon Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMCS1310. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus ALX Aluminum Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model ALX1455. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Aluminum Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMAS1465. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Copper Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMCS1013. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Crystal Acrylic Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMCS1455. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Ebony Gold Birch Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMGB1465. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Ebony Gold Maple Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMGM1455. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Hammered Copper Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMHCS1011. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Hammered Gold Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMGS1455. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
The Nimbus Selected Maple Snare is a snare drum in the Nimbus range, identified by model NMSM1465. It is suited to drummers comparing a distinct snare voice for practice, rehearsal, recording or performance. Contact Soma Music in Ampang, Malaysia for confirmed shell specifications, current pricing and availability.
Nimbus’s concert post identifies its endorser Jenk Ali using an Ebony Gold Maple 14 × 5.5-inch snare, Gerhana 14-inch hats, Helios 18-inch china, 17/18/19-inch crashes and 20-inch ride, plus Aether 8/10-inch splashes. The post documents a named artist setup; it is an affiliated endorsement and does not establish stock or the contents of a retail set.
These are brand publications and affiliated demonstrations. Tonal descriptions express the publisher’s view; they are separate from customer reviews and independent comparative tests. Instagram may require sign-in.
BUYING HELP
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Nimbus snare drums in Malaysia?
Soma Music in Ampang, Kuala Lumpur lists ten Nimbus snare models with Malaysian prices. Send the exact model name to confirm stock, specifications and delivery to your postcode.
Which Nimbus snares cost less than RM1,000?
Listed options include 1310 Cannon RM647, Hammered Gold RM699, Crystal Acrylic and Ebony Gold Birch RM850 each, Aluminum RM900 and ALX Aluminum RM980. Prices do not confirm stock or extra accessories.
Is aluminium better than maple or copper for a snare?
There is no universal winner. Construction, dimensions, heads, hoops, tuning and playing technique all matter. Compare the actual drums and confirmed specifications.
Are snare sizes and warranty confirmed for every model?
No. Do not decode dimensions from a model number. Ask for the exact diameter, depth, shell construction, included accessories and written warranty terms for your selected model.