Mapex 14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
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Mapex
14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
Product Info
Article Number:
564380
Brand:
Mapex
Model:
14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
Category:
14" Wooden Snare Drums
Price:
$185.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Mapex MPX Hybrid is a surprisingly good snare for the price. It’s a really versatile drum, offering a warm, controlled tone that sits well in a variety of genres—perfect for gigging drummers or students looking for a reliable, affordable workhorse. The construction is solid, and it’ll hold up to regular use.
Product Description
- Mapex 14"x8" MPX Hybrid Snare CNL
- Snare Drum
- Size: 14" x 08"
- MPX Series
- 7.2 mm thick maple/poplar shell
- Chrome hardware
- Triple flanged hoops
- Remo UX heads
- Colour: Gloss Natural
PROS
- • Maple/poplar blend delivers warm, focused, versatile tone
- • Triple-flanged hoops offer improved resonance and projection
- • Remo UX heads provide a responsive, controlled playing feel
- • Solid chrome hardware ensures reliable, long-lasting performance
CONS
- • Maple/poplar shell lacks the ultimate projection of all-maple snares
- • CNL strainer is functional but a basic, budget-level design
- • Gloss Natural finish can be prone to stick marks and fingerprints
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14 in x 8 in
Shell Material
Maple/Poplar
Ply Count
5
Hoops
Triple-Flanged
Strainer
Mapex CNL
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The maple/poplar construction offers a warmer, more rounded tone than a maple snare, sacrificing a bit of top-end sizzle and projection.
Absolutely. The UX heads are a great starting point, but you can easily swap them out for your preferred snare drum heads to further tailor the sound.
While the chrome hardware is well-built, it's designed for gigging and studio use, not the rigors of constant touring; heavier-duty hardware would be preferable for that.
