I have an 8 x 14 Ludwig Classic Maple snare from 1999 that matches my 14-16-18-26 Ludwig kit in Natural Maple (like Bonham from 1969). It's a great option to contrast with the usual 6.5 x 14 LM402 Supra.
I also have an 8 x 14 DW Classic Series snare to match my 13-16-24 DW Classic kit in Vintage Marine Pearl (from 2012). I really like the DW snare tuned low and ringy like old-school jazz, woody, thumpy and warm.
Both 8 x 14 will do the deep, ballad thing with moon gel. Both will tune up high to do a loud rockin' crack with body, or tune up anywhere in between. Lots of options with an 8 x 14, with different head choices and tunings. Love those drums. And I really love the way they look, too!