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Mapex Saturn Drum Kits - Mapex's Professional Standard

The Mapex Saturn is the professional flagship of the Mapex drum kit range. Built around hybrid shell constructions with SONIClear bearing edges and Mapex's finest hardware, the Saturn delivers a rich, complex tone that is equally at home in the recording studio and on the professional stage. The range spans three distinct tiers - Saturn, Saturn Evolution, and Saturn VI - each offering a step up in shell specification, finish quality, and overall refinement.

Saturn - The Foundation

The core Saturn range uses a maple/walnut hybrid shell with SONIClear bearing edges, available in a range of fade and satin finishes including Night Forest Burst, Aqua Fade, and Satin White. Available in 4pc and 5pc configurations with 20" and 22" bass drum options.

Saturn Evolution - Exotic Veneers and Hybrid Shells

The Saturn Evolution steps up with exotic veneer finishes and a choice of maple hybrid or birch hybrid shell constructions, giving players more tonal control. Standout options include the Exotic Sunburst, Tuscan Yellow, and Exotic Violet Burst. Also available as a full 6-piece configuration and in the expansive Aegean Fade 6pc with additional toms.

Saturn VI - The Flagship

The Saturn VI is Mapex's finest production drum kit - exotic maple veneers, premium hardware, and the most refined SONIClear bearing edges in the range. Available in 4pc and 5pc configurations in Marine Burst, Black Ink Burst, Royal Purple Burst, and Exotic Natural Maple.

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Mapex Saturn Drum Kits - Buyer's Guide

The Mapex Saturn range represents the top of Mapex's drum kit lineup, and it's a range that has earned genuine respect among professional drummers worldwide. The combination of hybrid shell construction, SONIClear bearing edges, and Mapex's professional hardware produces an instrument that is tonally complex, dynamically responsive, and built to last.

The three tiers within the Saturn range each offer something distinct. The core Saturn is the entry point into the professional tier - a maple/walnut hybrid shell with SONIClear edges that delivers a noticeably richer, more resonant tone than the Armory below it. The Saturn Evolution introduces exotic veneer finishes and a choice between maple hybrid and birch hybrid shell constructions, giving players more control over their tonal character. Birch hybrid shells are brighter and more focused for live performance; maple hybrid shells are warmer and more versatile for studio and all-round use. The Saturn VI is the flagship - the finest materials, the most refined hardware, and the most visually striking finishes in the entire Mapex range.

SONIClear bearing edges run throughout the Saturn range and are a key part of what makes these kits sound the way they do. The patented design allows drum heads to seat more evenly, improving resonance, tuning stability, and consistency across the full dynamic range. Players who have used standard bearing edges immediately notice the difference.

All Saturn kits are shell packs - cymbals and hardware are not included. If you're looking for professional drum kits for sale in the UK and want to experience the Saturn range in person, you're welcome to visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Next day UK delivery is available on all orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

The core Saturn uses a maple/walnut hybrid shell with SONIClear bearing edges and is the entry point into the professional Saturn range. The Saturn Evolution steps up with exotic veneer finishes and a choice of maple hybrid or birch hybrid shell constructions for more tonal control. The Saturn VI is the flagship - the finest materials, most refined hardware, and most premium finishes in the entire Mapex range.
The Saturn range uses hybrid shell constructions throughout. The core Saturn and Saturn Evolution maple hybrid use a maple/walnut combination; the Saturn Evolution birch hybrid uses birch with walnut or maple elements. The Saturn VI uses premium exotic maple veneers. All feature Mapex's SONIClear bearing edges, which improve resonance and tuning stability across the range.
SONIClear is Mapex's patented bearing edge design that allows drum heads to seat more evenly across the shell. This improves resonance, makes the kit easier to tune, and produces a more consistent tone across the full dynamic range. It's a feature that runs throughout the Saturn range and is one of the key reasons these kits sound as good as they do.
No - all Mapex Saturn kits are sold as shell packs, which include the drum shells only. Cymbals, hardware stands, a bass drum pedal, and a drum throne are not included. This is standard at the professional level and gives you the flexibility to choose your own hardware and cymbals.
The Armory is an intermediate kit with a maple/walnut hybrid shell and SONIClear edges at an accessible price. The Saturn steps up with higher-grade shell materials, more refined hardware, exotic veneer options, and a greater range of configurations. The Saturn is the choice for players who want a professional-grade instrument; the Armory is the stronger value option for those making their first serious upgrade.
Yes - you're welcome to visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to try the Saturn range in person and compare the different tiers side by side. Our team can help you find the right configuration and shell specification for your playing style and budget. Next day UK delivery is available for those shopping online.