Mapex Mars Maple Stage Shell Set OD

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Mapex Mars Maple Stage Shell Set OD

Mapex

Mars Maple Stage Shell Set OD

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Product Info

Article Number: 618099
Brand: Mapex
Model: Mars Maple Stage Shell Set OD
Price: $966.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Mapex Mars Maple set is a fantastic entry point into quality maple drums. The warm, focused tone is surprisingly versatile, making it great for gigging musicians or serious students looking for a pro feel without the premium-priced tag. It's a solid foundation you can build upon with upgraded heads and hardware down the line.

Product Description

  • Mapex Mars Maple Stage Shell Set OD
  • 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. MXMM529SFOD
  • Colour: Midnight Blue #OD
  • 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

PROS
  • • Maple shells offer warm, resonant tones ideal for various genres.
  • • SONIClear bearing edges facilitate precise and easy drum tuning.
  • • Chrome hardware adds durability and a classic aesthetic appeal.
  • • Snare drum included provides a complete, ready-to-play kit.
CONS
  • • 7-ply construction, while good, isn’t as robust as thicker, all-birch shells.
  • • Stock Remo UT heads will likely be replaced for optimal sound.
  • • Midnight Blue #OD finish might show fingerprints and smudges easily.

Product Video

Key Features

Shell Material Maple
Pieces 5
Bass Drum Size 22" x 18"
Tom Sizes 10" x 07", 12" x 08", 16" x 14"
Shell Thickness 7.2 mm
Finish Midnight Blue #OD

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Mapex Mars generally offers a more refined tone and better hardware than those competitors, with a slightly more focused resonance due to the SONIClear edges.
The shells are not pre-damped, which allows for a fuller, more natural tone, but you may want to experiment with dampening rings or gel pads to tailor the sound to your preference.
The snare is decent for a stock drum, but most serious players will eventually upgrade to a higher-end snare for a more defined and impactful backbeat.

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