Mapex Mars Maple Stage+ Shell Set WI
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Mapex
Mars Maple Stage+ Shell Set WI
Product Info
Article Number:
618105
Brand:
Mapex
Model:
Mars Maple Stage+ Shell Set WI
Category:
Drum Shell Sets
Price:
$1,164.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Mapex Mars Maple Stage+ is a solid choice for gigging musicians or serious hobbyists. The maple shells offer a warm, focused tone that's great for a variety of genres, and the Stage+ setup is really well-balanced for both power and finesse. It's a fantastic value proposition for drummers wanting quality maple without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Mapex Mars Maple Stage+ Shell Set WI
- 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. MXMM628SFUWI
- Colour: Merlot Satin #WI
- Includes TH676 tom holder
- *Shell set consisting of: *
- 22" x 18" kick drum
- 10" x 07" tom tom
- 12" x 08" tom tom
- 14" x 12" floor tom
- 16" x 14" floor tom
- 14" x 5.5" snare drum
*Note:* Cymbals, stands and other hardware not included
PROS
- • Maple shells deliver warm, resonant tones with a pleasing natural sustain.
- • SONIClear bearing edges facilitate tuning and enhance shell resonance.
- • Stage+ configuration provides a versatile and balanced drum layout.
- • Chrome hardware adds a touch of visual appeal and robust durability.
CONS
- • Maple shells, while warm, may lack the aggressive attack of birch.
- • Hardware is functional, but not as premium as higher-end Mapex offerings.
- • Requires additional hardware (stands, cymbals) which increases overall cost.
Product Video
Key Features
Shell Material
Maple
Pieces
7
Bass Drum Size
22" x 18"
Tom Sizes
10" x 07", 12" x 08", 14" x 12", 16" x 14"
Shell Thickness
7.2 mm
Finish
Merlot Satin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Mars Maple will be noticeably warmer and more resonant than the Black Panther’s birch, lacking some of the birch’s focused attack and projection.
The UT heads are perfectly serviceable for general playing, but upgrading to a coated head like a Remo Emperor will further enhance the maple’s warmth and sustain.
The hardware is well-built for the price point and will handle regular gigging, though more demanding players might eventually want to upgrade to higher-end hardware for even greater durability.
