New 2020 Mapex Black Panther Snare Drums - Exclusive First Look!

We have your exclusive first look at the 14 new 2020 ‪@MapexDrumsUSA‬ Black Panther Snare Drums! Pre-Order yours by clicking one of the links below!
Mapex Black Panther 10x5.5 Wasp Snare Drum - Steel
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6 Cyrus Snare Drum - Steel
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6 Heritage Snare Drum - White Strata
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5 Razor Snare Drum - Dark Grey
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6.5 Shadow Snare Drum - Natural
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5.5 Venom Snare Drum - Arctic White
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5.5 Metallion Snare Drum - Brass
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5.5 Nucleus Snare Drum - Piano Black
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Mapex Black Panther 13x7 Hydra Snare Drum - Black
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Mapex Black Panther 14x7 Solidus Snare Drum - Red Black Burst
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6.5 Atomizer Snare Drum - Aluminium
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6 Predator Snare Drum - Copper
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5.5 Pegasus Snare Drum - Natural
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Mapex Black Panther 14x6.5 Persuader Snare Drum - Brass
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Mapex Black Panther 14x5.5 Pegasus Snare Drum - Natural
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Drum Set Used:
Mapex Saturn V Exotic Rock 4 Piece Shell Pack - Satin Black Maple Burl
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[@pablomarin1947]

Heritage - maple 14x6 2:46 3:43 4:32 Hydra - maple/walnut 13x7 5:34 6:41 7:44 Nucleus - maple/walnut/maple 14x5.5 8:37 9:29 10:30 Pegasus - maple/walnut 14x5.5 11:16 12:27 13:37 Razor - maple 14x5 14:27 15:30 16:26 Shadow - birch/walnut 14x6.5 17:33 18:31 19:24 Solidus - maple 14x7 20:17 21:23 22:11 Venom - maple 14x5.5 23:16 24:27 25:29 Atomizer - aluminum 14x6.5 26:40 27:43 28:41 Cyrus - steel 14x6 29:07 29:58 30:50 Metallion - brass 14x5.5 31:49 33:07 34:02 Persuader - hammered brass 14x6.5 34:45 35:30 36:20 Predator - copper 14x6 37:05 37:54 38:45 Wasp - steel 10x5.5 39:45 40:17 40:47

[@drumcenternh]

THIS GUY!

[@cadben]

@@drumcenternh this should be pinned!

[@fl00d69]

@@cadben lol 2 days still not pinned. duuuuumb DCP.

[@robosdrumworld]

Thanks for the information

[@170adamb1]

With the metal drums it mentions that they're seamed. Apart from the hammered bronze drum. Does this mean it has a spun shell??

[@bradanderson1442]

I'm actually in love with the Persuader..The low and medium tunings are just beautiful, Not to mention it looks really badass.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

In my opinion mapex are one of the best value manufacturers out there.

[@joeoneill9098]

I used to put myself off of mapex as I thought they were all thrown together , cheap China made drums. But it turns out all of the other companies are now making their drums in China/Taiwan with a healthy profit Margin on their premium priced kits. And every couple of years they stick a ‘revolutionary’ new piece of hardware on them to keep the prices nice and high. I’m going to be going with mapex from now on as their prices are competitive , like all drums should be!

[@larrytate1657]

def mapex drums always have great tone. I may get a set one day.

[@John_TheDrummer]

I've had my Mapex "V" series kit since I was a Junior in high school (I'm 33 now) and it's been on so many recordings, played so many shows. After all these years I'm finally upgrading to a Saturn 🙂

[@faddrums6273]

I'm in love with Hydra, very beautiful and great sounding snare.. ❤️

[@drumlover1687]

Mapex delivers again! Great new lineup of Black Panther snares.

[@jermss_]

you guys are the best and I think Shane is a vampire. he doesnt age.

[@drumcenternh]

#daywalker

[@underpressureman]

lol

[@jeffjrums6051]

The metallion is straight up, no doubt, a goddamn masterpiece.

[@TheBaldblaster]

The low tuning on the Nucleus has that Acrolite tone. I like it!!

[@GuiSchwertner]

Your edits with the funny inserts are on a whole new level!

[@johnreynolds77]

I appreciate the comprehensive look (sound of each snare) Surprisingly enough for me, I liked the aluminum the best. Thanks again!

[@janivelic2316]

me too. Mapex sounds clean, articulate and consistent. :)

[@Martin-kn6vc]

Nucleus sounds solid in all tuning ranges. Love it!

[@billyhughes9776]

These all sound really good -- for me the three that stood out for my taste were the Hydra, Nucleus and the Persuader. I also liked the uniqueness of the Wasp -- would come in handy for different recording situations. Great job guys.

[@BWJR89]

I'm still in love with the Mapex Sledgehammer.

[@bryandrums32]

I just got the persuader and it’s amazing,,, closest thing to the sledgehammer

[@BWJR89]

@@bryandrums32 just listened to a demo and congrats! It’s so dry and crispy I love the way it sounds.

[@bryandrums32]

@@BWJR89 heck ya!!!! I’m happy it helped you out!!!! Your awesome bud!!!!

[@chromatesting]

Cyrus sounds really good too! Very impressed with all of them!

[@pearlwsz7]

all sound like very nice drums. I really enjoy the Black Panther line of drums.

[@dresdrum]

I am a Huge fan of BP snares. Thanks for the demo of beautiful new flavors!

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks for watching, Sean!

[@MikeLuke]

1. Thanks for this video. The level of work and love to detail you guys put into your content is second to none. 🙏 2. Mapex snares seem to become a go-to choice. And they really show that you don’t need to spend much more than 400-600$ on a pro sounding snare nowadays. Everything above like all those Sonor, Gretsch or DW are truly amazing, but in the end more a level of collector’s items. 3. This video again showcases that the drum head and the tuning contribute so much more to a sound than the shell or material itself. 4. Having said that, I often find myself to like snares that are tuned counterintuitive to get best results: tuning a small drum rather low and fat, big snares rather high.

[@mikoajkowalczyk3374]

4. This is not really counterintuitive at all, there's more to a snare than just size. I own a Persuader like the one in the video and it just works so much better in medium-high range. It just sits there SO nicely. I find myself going to the 14x5.5 aluminium for the low end if i need it. Which is the opposite for a very similar hammered brass snares, such as the Gregg Bisonette dixon one, i tried it in a shop and it was an absolute monster tuned low, but quite bad high. Both same sizes, both hammered brass with nickel on top. Guess the rims and extra ventillation that the Persuader has made all that difference.

[@Andrew3154]

As always, great, and informative presentation.

[@gregpeller1499]

Shane: "10 years...you haven't changed a bit.....your cymbal trees however truly have benefitted from ™'Miracle Grow' known as great service, super product offerings, and excellent staff and improved video reviews. I have never been there, but sometime after my wedding later this year I am planning to stop by with my new wife and check it out all the way from upstate(Rochester)New York,--a 600 mile pilgrimage to percussion heaven. Looking very forward to meeting you all and your incredible store from what I can see online over the last few years... Long live Ludwig and Gretsch!"🥁🥁

[@sylvanmw]

I absolutely love the persuader

[@TC-lk2ev]

Your video editing has gone to a new level haha

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks, Todd. Let's just say the video guy has some extra time on his hands these days.

[@bishopoftroy]

Mapex is the most underrated brand. I have the complete Mapex kit with hardware and it`s perfect.

[@werewolfzeus]

I’ve been checking KZbin for a new Black Panther video everyday since NAMM. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@dancalabrese3523]

I have never paid attention to Mapex Drums so I must admit these snare drums sounded better than I thought, especially for the price. If I had to pick one that sounded like it was versatile enough to be on the snare stand for the entire gig it would be the Atomizer.

[@drummerdan95]

I'm a Tama fanboy through and through, but I have more Mapex snares in my collection than anything else. I normally use a 13x6 brass master but I just picked up the (recently discontinued) Matt Halpern signature and was promptly blown away by it. Never had such an easy time dialing in such a delicious tone before.

[@toxendon]

Got the Mapex Saturn V back in 2015 and I have never thought about switching it out or buying another one since

[@escadrums2]

The Nucleus Is amazing, never thought I'd like a 5.5 snare

[@kyleolin3566]

I like the Nucleus and Metallion. Both amazing sounding across the board.

[@nilsgutenberg313]

Yes man! The Persuader sounds great!

[@tweevers2]

That Shadow Birch/Walnut is delicious ...the two best drum woods combined for a tasty sonic snack.

[@MusiCr7]

Ooh that Hydra sounds so nice! Nucleus sounds great in all three tunings. Persuader also sounds really good. Awesome snares!

[@Andrew3154]

I have an older 13X6 Maple/ Walnut Black Panther. Killer snare.

[@alessandrorossini8704]

Beautiful Sonor Hilite tom-tom and beautiful, sweet Cyrus cat. 😻

[@Powerserg-dx5kk]

Nice line of snares have a flavor for everyone it seems. Great video thx

[@calzaondrums]

Those Hydra, Solidus and the Aluminum one are going straight to my wishlist as soon as we get out of this sh** here in Italy. Thank you for the video guys!

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks for watching. Be well!

[@calzaondrums]

@@drumcenternh We will! Thanks guys🙏

[@chromatesting]

Love the low tune on the Hydra!

[@brianjansen3103]

I appreciate how you play the whole kit but put the focus on the snare

[@ricardohavertong2108]

Wowww...Thanks a million for this video!! Always great vids posted by your team! What I like is that you show it with PA and room-mics which gives me the best image on how it will sound acoustically and through in ears over the PA. I was intended to go check out the DW Black nickel over Brass before seeing this vid. That made me doubt cause the Metallion sounds amazing. Yesterday went for a test in store and...bought the Mapex which I preferred above the DW. Mapex does it again!! They're real competitors against the big brands with their price/ value! Now they have to work on their image! Cause...they've been making great sounding stuff for years (had an Orion set which sounded sublime!) but their marketing and esthetics....arrgghhhhh... that big black logo..especially with the suspension type on the toms on the new Saturn...that's a bigggg NOOOO imo!!!

[@tobiaswinter1358]

Shane was diving or snorkeling :D Great video, keep them coming!

[@sambrantdrums9622]

I'm only one minute in... but im gonna watch the whole thing!!!

[@cempoca0138]

The Cyrus and the shadow sounds amazing

[@drumlover1687]

Agreed, they sound incredible.

[@JPBarb98]

Thanks for the great insightful video!! My Favorites are for the wood snares: Hydra And for the Metal snares: Persuader I currently own 9 Mapex BP snares and a birch/walnut Saturn that matches with one of my kits. Most of which are similar to some of the new snares. The Phatbob, Heartbreaker, Wraith, 13” Cherrybomb, and Stinger. Then I have some older ones with die cast hoops. 14x5.5 Birdseye maple, 14x6.5 Aluminum, 13x5.5 Brass and a 13x5.5 Phosphor Bronze. I love the Mapex sounds and can’t wait to get my hands on my two new favorites lol.

[@MorbidVisions310]

I could use your help identifying the model I own, I am not able to find another of the exact snare. Let me know if you could aid me in this pursuit, thnx!

[@rol0511]

Do you have the BP Sledgehammer? If so, how does it compare to the Persuader?

[@waltheisenberg7626]

Playing Mapex for years with mainly the maple/walnut snare. The Persuader and the Preditor (tuned high) are now on the Wish List. The high tuning with Mapex snares are where they breathe and sound best imho.

[@FelixG2070]

Great review on lots of snares lol.. you guys at DCP have definitely come a long way with your drum demos. Also agree with earlier comments about Shane’s drumming .. nice work!!👌

[@benjiarehart2878]

I really liked that Metallion brass snare. Just sounded so good.

[@RazeTheWeak]

Snares are all great, but the real star of the video is that kick. Man... 🤤

[@johncollins5552]

Great work from DCP and Mapex. I have played Mapex kits for 20 years starting with a Mars 5 piece and now a 6piece MPro. The bass drums and toms are killer but the stock snares and floor toms not so much. I went with a Yamaha Tour Custom snare instead. Mapex do best bang for the buck imho. Of this new range I like the first versatile classic snare and the copper one. I just can't get on with those hairless cats or dogs, they freak me out, even though I am bald too😆

[@thomasnappo6309]

Beautiful snares...

[@caileford4919]

Great video. Love that you included room micing.

[@drumcenternh]

Glad you liked it!

[@roybeckerman7843]

The copper PREDATOR and brass METALLION , are two great snares in this Mapex range.

[@dairyairman]

I like the Cyrus the best! What a great drum! They all sound good though. I have an older Mapex "Brass Cat" snare, which is similar to these. I really like it because it's very solidly built. I like the snare throw off a lot, and the extra tensioner on the other side. That's a useful thing to have. I like the Sonic Saver hoop too. It's kind of like a die cast hoop in that it focuses the sound a bit and makes for a nice rim shot without biting into your sticks. Overall, I like my drum because it sounds great and has some high end features but doesn't cost an arm and a leg.

[@vinnieveneziano2751]

Finally Mapex reintroduces the aluminum snare!!!!! Bout time!!!!!

[@AlBenemsit]

Awesome video! Since I really liked (or still like) the Sledgehammer from the older Mapex Black Panther series, I'm really digging the Persuader. But I noticed that the only things that changed are the Hardware and the fact that there are more vents, am I right? It's the same material, same shell depth, diameter and thickness.

[@bogfish9664]

That Atomizer sounds friggin ace!

[@BeatsAndMeats]

The Mapex Daisy Cutter was the absolute best value snare I've ever played, and the Persuader seems like a like update on that!

[@stephenchesterjr1364]

I think you meant to type Sledgehammer 😉

[@BeatsAndMeats]

@@stephenchesterjr1364 They're both great. But the Daisy Cutter costs VERY little.

[@RikkiJoeDrums]

for me, definitely persuader and predator ...the visual and sound were badass...🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@fartsare2023]

At one point I owned a black panther mapex blaster kit with its corresponding snare ( 12 × 6 ), the Machette smoked black ( 14 × 6.5 ) and the Sledgehammer hand hammered brass. ( 14 × 6.5 ) They were some of the best sounding snares at half the price. No lie.

[@pacificdrumma]

Couple thoughts.. 1. Atomizer in high tuning is very reminiscent of the Jimmy Chamberlain sig snare used by Chad Smith on many RHCP records. Sounds excellent 2. Mapex is pretty proud of that wasp at over $400 3. Nice mixes Tony

[@tinterlande]

pacificdrumma thank you sir 😉

[@planofaction8124]

100% was gonna say the same about the Atomizer, great chad smith'esk sound! got to say thought i loved the shadow in high tuning, the birch/walnut has such a depth to it!

[@FlaviøǐValiente]

I own a hand hammered Persuader and I love it!!

[@jedrzejwalkowiak3891]

love this video, I really apreciate, that you recorded sound of drums not only with mix but also with room mics - i am looking for cool sounding snare and it helps a lot to hear what actually would sound well in live situations. Greetings :D

[@drumcenternh]

Awesome, thank you!

[@magia21100]

On these snare drums. When the throw off is disengage or unlocked is the lever a little loose or wiggle left and right to it? But when locked or engaged its rock solid tight.....i just got the Persuader and when mine is unlocked my flip or lever to the throw off wiggles. Anyone's help is appreciated. This is my first Mapex set and my first Black panther snare. Cheers

[@gilbertopadron534]

i´m in love with heritage, hydra nucleus and predator... I have some black panther snares include a complete kit of BP Blaster drum.... but i´m in love witch the bassdrum and floortom of these saturn kit... Is the most musically that i ever heard

[@r.the.mazzochist2259]

Opeth Deliverance drumbeat after the intro!!!

[@Martin-kn6vc]

Metallion and Predator sounded amazing for the metal drums! Again, solid in all tuning ranges. The copper shell of the Predator was drier sounding than the Metallion.

[@aaronatz9619]

Just ordered the Atomizer from you guys!! Should go great with the Machete and the Heartbreaker. Thanks for the great vids.

[@drumcenternh]

Thanks for your support, Aaron! You're gonna love the Atomizer.

[@nathanwalsh3028]

I see ya Shane with those big ole rock sticks!! Those big ole 2B's from the 80's!!👀

[@JulianFernandez]

cool snares!

[@do8671]

Wow that Hydra snare! Im usually not into 13 snare, but this one...👀👌🏼

[@michaelbrown3128]

Would love love to have one, great sound!

[@betulaobscura]

I am not into Mapex drums at all but I enjoyed this video anyway! Thanks!

[@JustinGoldsmith]

mmmmmmmmm 13X7 is my sweet spot and that Hydra did not disappoint!

[@Mao-max454]

Helpful video !!!!! Nice !! Thank you !!!

[@joerico9461]

At low, medium and high Pegasus will fly. It Sounds a lot thicker than what it is, I don't know about in person but on video it's the winner. Anyway as a drum nut myself I want to say, Thanks for the time an effort you guys put into making these videos. Rock on Brother 🤟

[@MitchJamesGoodwin]

Just purchased a Cyrus. Went for something similar to my Black Panther Blade. I really hope the lugs hold up on the new range of BP snares. ❤

[@dcp10200]

Kinda off topic but that kick sounds awesome, super focused attack but it still has a good bit of low end!

[@adamfrost8417]

It's a Saturn kit, so it's kind of on topic!

[@karlmaanum4286]

How does the Cyrus compare to the Blade? I stupidly got rid of the Blade and want to know if it’s similar. Or maybe the Persuader is the way to go. Love brass snares.

[@garyjohnson4988]

Predator at medium tuning is really nice!

[@calzaondrums]

28:40 That's how a snare should sound. Close to perfection to my ears

[@remygaron8311]

Do you use a drumdial or a tune boot for tuning to low to high persuader wow👏👏👏🥁🥁🥁🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@richardnorman7045]

Pegasus tuned high, my fave 👍

[@arsonne]

Love the drum outro from Deliverance at 0:20 !

[@joetrudellmajesticrhythms7269]

The Shadow and Cyrus for me... the room mics are a great comparison tool. not evryone will have moxing ability so it gives a clear raw sound.

[@ScrambledLamb]

That kick sound though.

[@ToddTheJoker]

I am a Ludwig guy but that Heritage Maple and Pegasus sounded nice and Shane you have to rock those sideburns again.

[@petermasalsky8844]

Yikes! This was obviously a labor of love. Well done, folks.

[@totigerus]

I don't think you know what "YIKES" means.

[@petermasalsky8844]

@@totigerus This bothers you? Seriously? Sad. Okay, so if I'd said "Yikes! My wife used to work in TV, so I know you had to shoot a lot of footage to get 45 minutes worth of usable video and I know you had to spend a considerable amount of time in post production editing it and all that, so this was a labor of love," that would have been acceptable to you? Or "Yikes! I can't believe an obviously approving comment on a great video somehow raised the hackles of someone who is, apparently, overly-sensitive?" Stay safe and healthy, Totigerus.

[@nachitolira]

The atomizer ... 😍 i own a russ miller signature snare drum and a tama slp big black steel... you think the sound of the atomizer is between those two? Thanks and incredibles videos you really help drummers to make the best decision

[@billynolanjr2266]

I just ordered that Solidus from you guys today , what a beast ! Fat !

[@glacier_official]

I knew that drum intro in the beginning sounded super familiar, it's definitely Deliverance by Opeth. Anyway, the black panther snares are absolutely some of my favorite snares ever, they are super crisp and just sound incredible.

[@robosdrumworld]

These new Black Panther snares are 🔥🔥🔥. But let’s not get twisted the Current Black Panther Snares are still killn. There was nothing “tired” about the Black Panther Snare Drum line. I’m just making a reference to the comment you at the :35 mark. They still nice. #facts 💯

[@devinbrewer8956]

How do you guys like the persuader compared to the sledgehammer??

[@TheDrumphile]

I've been hunting for an aluminum shell snare alternative to the overpriced Supraphonic LM402. Heard that Mapex came out with the "Atomizer" and was intrigued. Watched this video and thought "wow - that's a very good sounding drum!" And its not even a spun-aluminum shell like most of its competitors (Pearl Sensitone, Yamaha Recording Custom, Tama Starphonic). Now I'm torn between the Yamaha Recording Custom and this Mapex Atomizer. I already own a Mapex Black Widow 14"x5" maple snare and I'm convinced that Mapex's secret sauce is their 3.0mm thick Sonic Saver hoops, which are nearly as rigid as diecast but much easier on the wrists and really make snare drums sound amazing.

[@buckethead899]

How did you get that sound on the solidus? I recently bought it and I love the sound they have in the video and I wish I could achieve it.

[@delbert9357]

IT'S called mixing. You will never get the sounds you hear on your computer out of these drums at home. Way too many variables. Blindfold yourself and listen to all of them. They all sound very close. It's a gimmick to get people to buy things.

[@viktor7m]

Thank you 1000 times. I subscribed again, this is maybe the best your video ever. Are you going to do new BP artist snare drums too? To be honest, I am not so enthusiastic with this line. There are some obvious recreations of older models (Soldus is old Phat Bob and there are many more examples). Soundwise, my ears caught Solidus, Venom, Cyrus and Heritage, but best sound-price value to me has Heritage.

[@cajundaddy64]

The Shadow looks interesting.

[@RedeyePerc]

Great video Shane! I’m curious as to how much you think seamed vs. spun shells matter on metal drums. I’m guessing not much, but people always make such a big deal about it.

[@tinterlande]

Redeye Percussion if we are strictly judging with your ears and nothing else, I’m guessing most would never tell the difference.

[@todds6048]

Man... it's hard to beat brass shells if you're looking for a metal snare. I love the sound of those brass snares in the medium tuning range. The copper snare was killer in the high tuning range. In fact... it sounds very similar to my Mapex hammered stainless steel snare from about 10 years ago. I have no clue why they stopped making those precious metal snares. Mine is phenomenal.

[@brotherhubbardmusic]

I have a Mapex snare that no one seems to be able to identify. it is a fifteen by 3 1/2 inch, hammered finish, chrome finished snare. I took it to the guitar center, and sam ash and the only thing that I learned was that according to the serial numbers they thought it may be an early production model or a prototype.. it was no series name on it, only the Mapex badge with a serial number. any clues?

[@todds6048]

@@brotherhubbardmusic... no... I have no clue. I don't think I've ever seen a 15" in person. That's pretty cool though. How do you buy snare wires for it? That's not something you see every day.

[@hauntedhose]

Nothing beats brass

[@Juniscrazy]

I own and love the equinox snare from mapex, sold an old black widow snare and regret it. These sound great

[@luisclavero8886]

Ok so all the metal snares are flippin fantastic! My favorites in the metal lines are atomizer (aluminum), predator (copper), metallian (brass), and wasp *popcorn* (steel). The wood lines are awesome as well but the stand outs for me were hydra (maple/walnut), shadow (birch/walnut), heritage (maple), Pegasus (maple/walnut), venom (maple). However I have to say, mapex what is with the names? I mean are you going to war or something? Don't get it twisted the new black panther lineup are more than just an improvement, it's a game changer for mapex but the names sound ridiculous.

[@donsak111]

in love with the predator:)

[@drumcenternh]

That drum is a beast!

[@analitikgeometri4986]

atomizer is KILLER. aluminum makes loudness and sensitivity.

[@danielefalchetti1732]

Veramente alta qualità ,è molto difficile scegliere tra questi rullanti, sono tutti belli e hanno un suono eccezionale, penso che con tutti questi modelli si potrà soddisfare i gusti di tutti i batteristi.

[@garyjohnson4988]

Cyrus at medium tuning is really nice.