Mapex 14"x06" DL "The Maximus" Snare
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Mapex
14"x06" DL "The Maximus" Snare
Product Info
Article Number:
504076
Brand:
Mapex
Model:
14"x06" DL "The Maximus" Snare
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$911.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Jeff Hamilton's signature snare is a real winner. The mahogany shell produces a beautifully warm and focused tone, perfect for jazz, funk, and R&B players who want a sophisticated snare with a vintage vibe. It’s a high-end snare that really delivers a professional feel and sound.
Product Description
- Mapex 14"x06" DL "The Maximus" Snare
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 06
- Design Lab Series
- Jeff Hamilton Signature Model "The Maximus"
- Shell construction: 2.4 mm mahogany / 1.7 mm mahogany / 2.4 mm x2 mahogany (total thickness 8.9 mm)
- High gloss lacquered shell
- 45° SONIClear head side
- 35° SONIClear head side
- Sonic Saver Hoops with Black Brushed Hardware
- Canopus CPSL-14DR (Vintage) snare wires
- Remo Fiberskyn batter head / Hazy resonator head
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Mahogany shell construction delivers a warm, resonant, and controlled tone.
- • The layered shell design provides complexity and a unique sonic character.
- • Canopus CPSL-14DR wires offer exceptional sensitivity and a vintage-inspired crack.
- • Sonic Saver hoops minimize overtone interference for a cleaner, focused sound.
CONS
- • The high gloss lacquer finish might be prone to stick marks and fingerprints.
- • The 8.9mm shell thickness may lack the ultimate projection needed for very loud stages.
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for budget-conscious drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 6 in
Shell Material
Mahogany
Ply Count
5
Hoops
Sonic Saver
Strainer
Mapex Pro-Matic
Weight
Approximately 1.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers a unique blend of warmth and projection thanks to the layered shell design, setting it apart from more straightforward mahogany models; the CPSL wires also contribute to its distinct vintage character.
The high gloss finish is beautiful, but requires care – expect stick marks and consider a protective wrap for heavy touring to prevent cosmetic wear.
It’s leaning towards resonant, with a controlled warmth; the mahogany construction and CPSL wires provide a pleasing crack and sustain without being overly boomy.
