Mapex Saturn VI Stage+ Royal Purple
Drum Shell Sets
$2,126€1,899Check ↗
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 Saturn VI Stage+ Exotic NT.
Drum Shell Sets
$2,338€2,089Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage+ Black Ink
Drum Shell Sets
$2,126€1,899Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage Cobalt Burst
Drum Shell Sets
$2,002€1,789Check ↗
Mapex Saturn Evo Maple Stage PT
Drum Shell Sets
$2,349€2,099Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VX
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VM
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage Marine Teal
Drum Shell Sets
$2,002€1,789Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VC
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VH
Acoustic Drumkits
$893€798Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VI
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VJ
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VX
Acoustic Drumkits
$894€799Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VJ
Acoustic Drumkits
$870€777Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VI
Acoustic Drumkits
$827€739Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5045 Drum Set Bundle VH
Acoustic Drumkits
$894€799Check ↗
Mapex Venus 5295 Drum Set Bundle VM
Acoustic Drumkits
$894€799Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5.5" Switchblade Snare BP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$536€479Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Fusion Royal Purple
Drum Shell Sets
$1,902€1,699Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Fusion Black Ink
Drum Shell Sets
$1,958€1,749Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Fusion Marine Teal
Drum Shell Sets
$1,902€1,699Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Fusion Cobalt Burst
Drum Shell Sets
$1,902€1,699Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Fusion Exotic NT.
Drum Shell Sets
$1,902€1,699Check ↗
Mapex 14"x08" PsychOctopus Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$693€619Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5.5" Nemesis Snare BP
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$592€529Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage+ Royal Prpl II
Drum Shell Sets
$2,338€2,089Check ↗
Mapex 14"x5,5" Scorpion Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$469€419Check ↗
Mapex 14"x05" Razor Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$373€333Check ↗
Mapex 14"x07" Solidus Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$559€499Check ↗
Mapex 14"x06" Heritage Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$379€339Check ↗
Mapex 14"x06" DL Heartbreaker NSW
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$621€555Check ↗
Mapex 14"x06" DL "The Maximus" Snare
14" Wooden Snare Drums
$894€799Check ↗
Mapex Saturn VI Stage+ Cobalt Burst
Drum Shell Sets
$2,103€1,879Check ↗
Mapex P810 Armory Bass Drum Pedal
Single Bass Drum Pedals
$178€159Check ↗
Mapex Comet Fusion 18" Infra Red #IR
Acoustic Drumkits
$536€479Check ↗
Mapex Mars Maple Bebop OG Bundle
Acoustic Drumkits
$1,565€1,398Check ↗
Mapex Mars Maple Bebop OD Bundle
Acoustic Drumkits
$1,565€1,398Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 22" Infra Red
Acoustic Drumkits
$760€679Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 22" Dark Black
Acoustic Drumkits
$782€699Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 20" Indigo Blue
Acoustic Drumkits
$771€689Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 20" Infra Red
Acoustic Drumkits
$771€689Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 20" Dark Black
Acoustic Drumkits
$782€699Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 18" Indigo Blue
Acoustic Drumkits
$726€649Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 18" Dark Black
Acoustic Drumkits
$771€689Check ↗
Mapex Comet Pro Pack 18" Infra Red
Acoustic Drumkits
$760€679Check ↗
Mapex Comet Fusion 18"Indigo Blue#IB
Acoustic Drumkits
$536€479Check ↗
Mapex Comet Fusion 18"Dark Black #DK
Acoustic Drumkits
$559€499Check ↗
Mapex Comet Stage Indigo Blue #IB
Acoustic Drumkits
$536€479Check ↗
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.