{"product_id":"slingerland-gene-krupa-signature-radio-king-solid-maple-snare-6-5x14-white-marine-pearl","title":"Slingerland Gene Krupa Signature Radio King Solid Maple Snare 6.5\"x14\" White Marine Pearl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGene Krupa's legacy lives on in this meticulously crafted Radio King Solid Maple Snare—a masterpiece that honors the visionary who revolutionized modern drumming. Hand-selected maple, expertly steam-bent to exacting specifications, forms the foundation of an instrument designed for discerning players who demand uncompromising tone and heritage.\n\nEvery detail reflects unparalleled craftsmanship: period-authentic nickel-plated hardware, precision Stick Chopper hoops bearing the iconic \"Slingerland Radio King\" stamp, refined Streamlined-style lugs, and a sophisticated 3-point strainer system that balances vintage character with contemporary reliability. The luminous White Marine Pearl finish captures light with understated elegance, while the exclusive Slingerland cloud badge—personalized with Gene's signature—marks this as a numbered collector's instrument.\n\nThis is not merely a snare drum; it is a tangible connection to jazz history. Each piece arrives with a premium calfskin head, a certificate of authenticity signed by DW founder Don Lombardi, a commemorative Gene Krupa postcard, and presentation in a custom Radio King-branded case.\n\nFor the serious musician and collector, this represents the pinnacle of vintage-inspired percussion craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slingerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52660523466976,"sku":"GK6514SWMP","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1377\/7125\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-18at12.30.10PM.png?v=1779121891","url":"https:\/\/edrumcenter.com\/products\/slingerland-gene-krupa-signature-radio-king-solid-maple-snare-6-5x14-white-marine-pearl","provider":"Edrumcenter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}