Mapex 10"x5,5" MPX Steel Snare CN
10" Steel Snare Drums
$156€139Check ↗
Brand profile · USA (Manufacturing now global), est. 1980s
Mapex
Mapex, a globally recognized name in drums and percussion, has cultivated a reputation for delivering professional-grade instruments with a focus on innovative manufacturing techniques and a wide range of sonic possibilities. Emerging from a lineage of drum building expertise, Mapex has consistently catered to both seasoned professionals and ambitious students alike. Their commitment to quality and versatility has solidified their place in the modern drumming landscape.
Black Panther SeriesSaturn Drum SetsHybrid Shell TechnologyBroad range of snare drumsConsistent build quality
1980sfounded
USA (Manufacturing now global)country
131products in stock
$97–$4,475price range
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Mapex 10"x5,5" MPX Steel Snare CN
10" Steel Snare Drums
$156€139Check ↗
Mapex 12"x5,5" DL Warbird Snare Drum
12" Wooden Snare Drums
$771€689Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" MPX Steel Snare CN
14" Steel Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 13"x5,5" DL Cherry Bomb NSW
13" Wooden Snare Drums
$514€459Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" Atomizer Snare
Aluminium Snare Drums
$522€466Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" Persuader Snare
14" Brass Snare Drums
$648€579Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" MPX Steel Snare CN
14" Steel Snare Drums
$173€155Check ↗
Mapex Black Panther Cherry Bomb - PB
Premium Drum Kits
$3,356€2,998Check ↗
Mapex Black Panther Cherry Bomb - HW
Premium Drum Kits
$4,139€3,698Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" Metallion Snare
14" Brass Snare Drums
$514€459Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evolution Maple -BPA
Drum Shell Sets
$3,111€2,779Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evolution Maple -PQ
Drum Shell Sets
$2,909€2,599Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evolution Maple -BPG
Drum Shell Sets
$3,020€2,698Check ↗
Mapex Black Panther Equinox - FB
Premium Drum Kits
$4,475€3,998Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evolution Maple-MZ
Drum Shell Sets
$2,909€2,599Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evolution Maple-BPM
Drum Shell Sets
$3,132€2,798Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" Nucleus Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$424€379Check ↗
Mapex 12"x6" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
12" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 12"x6" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
12" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" DL"The Machine" Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$838€749Check ↗
Mapex 14"x3,5" MPX Steel Snare CN
14" Steel Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" Pegasus Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$514€459Check ↗
Mapex 14"x06" Cyrus Snare
14" Steel Snare Drums
$413€369Check ↗
Mapex 10"x5,5" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
10" Wooden Snare Drums
$151€135Check ↗
Mapex 10"x5,5" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
10" Wooden Snare Drums
$156€139Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" Shadow Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$435€389Check ↗
Mapex 14"x06" Predator Snare
Copper Snare Drums
$559€499Check ↗
Mapex 13"x6" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
13" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 13"x6" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
13" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 12"x5,5 Goblin Snare
12" Wooden Snare Drums
$447€399Check ↗
Mapex Black Panther Versatus - PW
Premium Drum Kits
$4,139€3,698Check ↗
Mapex 14"x3,5" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 14"x3,5" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$167€149Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$161€144Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$178€159Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$161€144Check ↗
Mapex 14"x6,5" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$178€159Check ↗
Mapex 14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare BMB
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$161€144Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VC
Acoustic Drumkits
$827€739Check ↗
Mapex 13"x07" Hydro Snare
13" Wooden Snare Drums
$497€444Check ↗
Mapex P600 Mars Bass Drum Pedal
Single Bass Drum Pedals
$97€87Check ↗
Mapex PF1000 Falcon Single Pedal
Single Bass Drum Pedals
$268€239Check ↗
Mapex 14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$189€169Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage Royal Purple
Drum Shell Sets
$1,958€1,749Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage Exotic NT.
Drum Shell Sets
$1,958€1,749Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage Black Ink
Drum Shell Sets
$1,958€1,749Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage+ Marine Teal
Drum Shell Sets
$2,338€2,089Check ↗
Mapex, honestly
What Mapex does well
- Excellent value for the quality offered
- Diverse range of sounds and configurations
- Durable hardware and reliable construction
- Innovative shell layering techniques
What to watch for
- Finishes can sometimes lack the premium luster of top-tier brands
- Some find the hardware a bit basic on entry-level kits
- Black Panther series can be premium-priced
- Can be overwhelming to navigate the extensive product line
Questions about Mapex
Where are Mapex instruments made?
While Mapex originated in the USA, manufacturing is now distributed across several facilities in Asia, primarily in Taiwan and China, ensuring efficient production and global availability.
What is Mapex's Hybrid Shell Technology?
Hybrid Shell Technology combines multiple wood veneers to achieve unique tonal characteristics, often blending warmth and projection for a more complex sound.
Are Mapex drums easy to tune?
Mapex drums are generally considered responsive and easy to tune, allowing for a wide range of sonic possibilities with relatively minor adjustments, although this can vary depending on the shell construction.