Mapex 14"x05" DL Equinox Flat Black

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Mapex 14"x05" DL Equinox Flat Black

Mapex

14"x05" DL Equinox Flat Black

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 407642
Brand: Mapex
Model: 14"x05" DL Equinox Flat Black
Price: $702.90

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This Equinox snare is a serious contender for players seeking a focused, articulate maple sound. The Black Panther Design Lab construction gives it a surprising amount of power and sustain, making it great for jazz, funk, and tighter rock grooves where clarity is key. It’s a premium-priced option that delivers a lot of bang for your buck.

Product Description

  • Mapex 14"x05" DL Equinox Flat Black
  • Snare Drum
  • Size: 14" x 05"
  • Black Panther Design Lab series
  • Drum shell material: Maple with reinforcing rings
  • Single flanged hoops with offset lugs
  • 45° SONIClear bearing edge
  • Puresound snare wire
  • The "Design Lab" snares follow the concept of "hybrid"
  • that is the combination of sound with shell type and shell construction
  • Colour: Flat black maple burl
  • matt lacquered
PROS
  • • Maple shell delivers warm, resonant tones with surprising projection
  • • Black Panther Design Lab construction enhances shell integrity and sustain
  • • Offset lugs and SONIClear bearing edge optimize vibration and tuning flexibility
  • • Puresound wires provide crisp, articulate response across the drumhead
CONS
  • • Flat black finish shows fingerprints and smudges easily requiring careful maintenance
  • • 5in depth limits versatility; not ideal for heavier, lower-tuned applications
  • • Reinforcing rings add weight, making it less comfortable for extended playing sessions

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Key Features

Size 14 in x 5 in
Shell Material Maple with reinforcing rings
Ply Count 5
Hoops Single flanged
Strainer Mapex SONIClear
Weight Approximately 1.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 5in depth creates a more focused, drier tone with less low-end resonance compared to a 6in snare, offering more clarity and articulation.
They contribute to the drum's projection and sustain by increasing shell stiffness, adding a subtle 'bite' to the overall tone.
A coated single-ply head will really showcase the maple’s warmth and response, while a two-ply head can add some body for louder, more aggressive styles.

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