Mapex Comet Stage Infra Red #IR

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Mapex Comet Stage Infra Red #IR

Mapex

Comet Stage Infra Red #IR

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 588894
Brand: Mapex
Model: Comet Stage Infra Red #IR
Price: $548.90

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The Mapex Comet Stage Infra Red is a fantastic entry point for beginner to intermediate drummers. The poplar shells deliver a surprisingly musical tone, and the brass cymbals add a touch of brightness. It's a well-rounded kit offering a lot of value for the money, perfect for school bands, practice, or smaller gigs.

Product Description

  • Mapex Comet Stage Infra Red #IR
  • Complete Drumkit
  • Comet Stage Series
  • Shell material: 9-ply poplar wood shell 7.2 mm
  • Mapex 14" hi-hat and 16" crash made of brass
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Infra Red

*Shell set consisting of:*, 22" x 16" (with rosette) kick drum, 10" x 7" Tom tom, 12" x 8" Tom tom, 16" x 14" Floor tom, 14" x 5" Snare drum

  • *Hardware set consisting of: *
  • 2 Single tom holders TH6215
  • C250 cymbal stand
  • H250 Hi-Hat pedal
  • P250 foot pedal
  • S250 Snare stand
  • T400S Throne
PROS
  • • 9-ply poplar shells offer a surprisingly warm, resonant tone.
  • • Infra Red finish is visually striking and well-applied.
  • • Brass cymbals provide a brighter, more responsive feel than bronze.
  • • Hardware is sturdy enough for gigging, a solid value at this price.
CONS
  • • Poplar shells lack the projection of maple or birch.
  • • Snare drum head will likely need upgrading for serious players.
  • • Hardware, while functional, isn’t the most refined.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material 9-ply poplar
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22 in x 16 in
Snare 14 in x 5 in
Tom Sizes 10 in x 7 in, 12 in x 8 in, 16 in x 14 in
Hardware Included TH6215 tom holders, C250 cymbal stand, H250 hi-hat pedal, P250 foot pedal, S250 snare stand, T400S throne
Finish Infra Red

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Frequently Asked Questions

Poplar is warmer and more controlled than maple, but lacks the same projection or aggressive attack. It’s a great sound for quieter styles and offers a unique tonal character.
They're decent starter cymbals, offering a brighter sound than budget bronze, but upgrading them down the line will significantly improve the overall kit’s sonic quality.
The hardware is functional and reasonably sturdy for occasional gigging, but serious, frequent use will likely reveal its limitations and necessitate upgrades.

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