Yamaha SS6W 6 Series Double Braced Snare Stand

The Yamaha SS6W is a medium–weight snare stand engineered around tonal clarity and quick, repeatable setup. At its core is the Step Free Tilter, a stepless adjustment mechanism that allows continuous angle positioning without detents or pre–set stops. Double–braced legs deliver lateral stability under heavy playing, while Tone–Enhancing Basket Rubber isolates the drum shell from hardware vibration using an air pocket between the rubber contact point and the basket arm, preserving natural resonance and shell voice.

The basket cradle arms are fitted with specialised rubber inserts that suspend an air gap between the drum and the metal frame, reducing energy transfer and letting the snare breathe acoustically. An ergonomic Snare Basket Adjustment Knob features an integrated metal washer for secure lock–up with minimal torque, allowing one–handed tightening during changeovers. The double–braced tripod base provides a wide footprint without excessive floor coverage, balancing portability with resistance to lateral movement during rim shots and cross–sticking.

Features

• Step Free Tilter for stepless, continuous angle adjustment without detents
• Tone–Enhancing Basket Rubber with air pocket isolates shell from hardware
• Double–braced leg design for enhanced stability and lateral support
• Ergonomic Snare Basket Adjustment Knob with integrated metal washer
• Medium–weight construction balances portability and structural rigidity
• Basket arms minimise vibration interference for natural drum resonance
• Secure locking mechanism enables fast tightening with minimal effort
• Wide tripod footprint resists movement during rim shots and heavy playing