Mapex Mars Maple Stage NW Bundle

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Mapex Mars Maple Stage NW Bundle

Mapex

Mars Maple Stage NW Bundle

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 618133
Brand: Mapex
Model: Mars Maple Stage NW Bundle
Price: $1,647.80

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The Mapex Mars Maple Stage is a solid entry-level kit for gigging musicians or dedicated hobbyists. The maple shells provide a surprisingly warm and responsive sound, and the included cymbals get you playing right out of the box. It’s a great value for a maple kit, offering a professional feel without the premium price tag.

Product Description

Mapex Mars Maple Stage NW Bundle

*Bundle offer comprising*, Mapex Mars Maple Stage Shell Set NW

  • *Shell Set*
  • Mars Maple Series
  • Stage configuration
  • 7-ply
  • 7.2 mm thick maple shells
  • Chrome-plated shell hardware
  • SONIClear bearing edge for better contact between head and shell and easier tuning
  • SONIClear kick drum claw hooks
  • Remo UT drumheads
  • Mapex no. MXMM529SFNW
  • Colour: Natural Satin #NW
  • Includes TH676 tom holder

*Shell set consisting of:*, 22" x 18" kick drum, 10" x 07" tom tom, 12" x 08" tom tom, 16" x 14" floor tom, 14" x 5.5" snare drum

*Note:* Cymbals, stands and other hardware not included, Zildjian S Series Performer Cymbal Set

  • *Cymbal Set*
  • Explosive
  • brilliant
  • expressive and balanced sound
  • Lathed on both sides
  • Material: B12 bronze alloy
  • Finish: Brilliant

*Set consisting of:*, 14" S Hi Hat, 16" S Medium Thin Crash, 18" S Medium Thin Crash, 20" S medium ride, Mapex HP6005 Mars Hardware Pack

  • *Hardware Set*
  • Light
  • double braced hardware set
  • Finish: Chrome
  • Consists of: 2 x B600 Cymbal boom stands
  • 1 x H600 Hi-Hat stand
  • 1 x S600 Snare stand
  • 1 x P600 Bass Drum Pedal
PROS
  • • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tones with excellent projection.
  • • SONIClear bearing edges simplify tuning and improve head response.
  • • Stage configuration offers a compact, versatile setup for smaller spaces.
  • • Included Zildjian S Series cymbals provide a decent starting point.
CONS
  • • Maple shells, while great, are relatively lightweight and may vibrate more easily.
  • • Hardware is functional but basic; a serious player will likely upgrade soon.
  • • The 'Natural Satin' finish can be prone to scuffs and marks.

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Key Features

Shell Material 7-ply Maple
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22" x 18"
Snare 14" x 5.5"
Tom Sizes 10" x 7", 12" x 8", 16" x 14"
Hardware Included Mapex no. MXMM529SFNW tom holder
Finish Natural Satin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maple offers a warmer, more resonant tone than birch, which tends to be brighter and more focused. The Mars kit provides a pleasing, round sound that's great for a variety of genres.
The hardware is functional and reliable for occasional use, but serious gigging requires heavier-duty stands and potentially a double-braced pedal.
The UT heads are a good starting point, but many drummers prefer to upgrade to coated heads for a more controlled and dampened sound – it’s a personal preference.

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