Mapex Armory Stage+ Set WJ
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Mapex
Armory Stage+ Set WJ
Product Info
Article Number:
615993
Brand:
Mapex
Model:
Armory Stage+ Set WJ
Category:
Drum Shell Sets
Price:
$1,317.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Mapex Armory Stage+ WJ is a solid, well-built kit perfect for gigging musicians and serious hobbyists. The birch/maple shells offer a warm, focused sound that cuts through a mix, and the roasted chestnut finish looks fantastic. It’s a great balance of quality and affordability.
Product Description
- Mapex Armory Stage+ Set WJ
- Shell Set
- Stage+ configuration
- 7.2 mm thick
- 6-ply birch/maple shells
- Chrome shell hardware
- SONIClear bearing edge for better contact between head and shell and easier tuning
- SONIClear tom mount
- Double-ply tom heads by Remo
- Colour: Roasted Chestnut (WJ)
- Includes TH676 tom holder
- *Shell set consisting of: *
- 22" x 18" kick drum with kick drum bracket
- 10" x 07" tom tom
- 12" x 08" tom tom
- 14" x 12" floor tom
- 16" x 14" floor tom
- 14" x 5.5" Armory Tomahawk steel snare drum
PROS
- • Roasted Chestnut finish offers a unique, warm aesthetic appeal.
- • 6-ply birch/maple construction delivers a balanced, responsive tone.
- • SONIClear bearing edges facilitate easier and more precise tuning.
- • Armory Tomahawk steel snare provides a crisp, cutting backbeat.
CONS
- • The Stage+ configuration might feel cramped for some larger drummers.
- • Birch/maple blend, while versatile, lacks the focused projection of pure maple.
- • Hardware, while functional, isn't the most premium available.
Product Video
Key Features
Shell Material
6-ply Birch/Maple
Pieces
7
Bass Drum Size
22" x 18"
Tom Sizes
10" x 7", 12" x 8", 14" x 12", 16" x 14"
Shell Thickness
7.2 mm
Finish
Roasted Chestnut
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SONIClear system minimizes dampening, allowing the shells to resonate more freely and produce a fuller, more vibrant tom sound.
The steel snare is versatile; it’s punchy enough for live work but also records well with careful mic placement – it’s not a super-sensitive, ultra-warm snare, though.
The finish is fairly robust, but like any lacquer finish, it can be susceptible to scratches and chips with heavy use; proper care and protection are recommended.
