Enjoyed and trusted by drummers on tour, in the studio, and in the club; the ultra-light, compact, silent, uncomplicated, and continuously adjustable NATO-1 is the most versatile throw off available. The NATO-1 allows you, the artist to easily adjust snare wire position and tension with a single movement of the handle; just turn and play. With no steps or locks to limit the sound you want, you've now unlocked the full potential of your snare.
Set the snare position anywhere in the entire moveable range without having to lock it in place.
Simply slide the handle to adjust & play on-the-fly.
The amount of force needed to turn the handle is completely under your control by a single friction adjustment screw.
Simple Design & Silent Operation
Both the snare wire tension (how tight the snare wires are) and snare wire position (near or far to the reso head) are adjusted using a single movement of the handle.
This simple design provides for an ultra-quiet operation as well as providing ultimate simplicity of operation.
Compact, Light, & Durable
Weighing just 3.9oz (112g) & only 2 5/8" tall, the NATO-1™ is hands-down the lightest and smallest snare strainer on the market today.
Extremely durable with its anodized surface treatment combined with the use of high grade aluminum.
Precision Machined
Made with high grade aluminum or brass and machined to .001 tolerances, each part fits and operates smoothly, reliably, and without rattling during play.
Each NATO-1™ is backed by a lifetime warranty for defects & craftsmanship.