Mapex Snare Drums - Innovation, Character, and Precision

Mapex produce some of the most innovative and diverse snare drums available - a range that spans accessible steel and maple options through to the acclaimed Black Panther and Black Panther Design Lab series, with an exceptional roster of artist signature models. Used by Craig Blundell, Russ Miller, Jeff Hamilton, and Chris Adler, Mapex snare drums are a favourite of professional drummers who demand character, precision, and exceptional build quality. Into Music Store is an authorised Mapex dealer in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, stocking the full Mapex snare drum range with expert advice and UK next day delivery available.

Mapex Snare Drums - The Range

  • Mapex MPX - An accessible and versatile range covering steel and maple/poplar hybrid shells across multiple sizes from 10" to 14"x8". An ideal choice for drummers looking for a reliable, great-value snare
  • Mapex Tomahawk - A solid mid-range steel snare at 14"x5.5"
  • Mapex Black Panther - The flagship Mapex snare drum series. An exceptional range covering maple, birch, walnut, brass, aluminium, copper, and steel shells across a wide variety of sizes and depths - each model with its own distinct name and tonal character
  • Mapex Black Panther Design Lab - Limited production snare drums with distinctive designs and premium specifications, including the Cherry Bomb and Equinox models
  • Signature Models - Including the Craig Blundell Machine, Russ Miller Versatus, Jeff Hamilton Maximus, and Chris Adler Warbird

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The Mapex Black Panther range is one of the most diverse and innovative snare drum series in the industry. Every model has its own name, shell specification, and tonal character - making it one of the most interesting ranges to explore. Wood options include the Heritage Maple, Solidus Maple, Hydro Maple, Shadow Birch/Walnut, Pegasus Maple/Walnut, and Nucleus Maple/Walnut. Metal options include the Metallion Brass, Persuader Hammered Brass, Predator Copper, Atomizer Aluminium, Cyrus Steel, and the compact Wasp 10" Aux Steel.

Signature models include the Craig Blundell Machine, the Russ Miller Versatus in 14"x4.58" and 14"x6.5", the Jeff Hamilton Maximus, and the Chris Adler Warbird. The Design Lab Equinox and Cherry Bomb round out the range with limited production premium specifications.

If you're looking for a drum shop UK or drum store near me stocking the full Mapex snare drum range, Into Music Store is an authorised Mapex dealer in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. UK next day delivery is available on all Mapex snare drums.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Mapex Black Panther range is one of the most diverse and innovative snare drum series available - each model has its own name, shell specification, and distinct tonal character. Covering maple, birch, walnut, brass, aluminium, copper, and steel shells across a wide variety of sizes and depths, the Black Panther range offers something genuinely different for every playing style and genre.
The Chris Adler Warbird is designed specifically with heavier styles in mind. The Metallion Brass and Persuader Hammered Brass are also popular choices for rock and metal drummers who want a powerful, cutting brass snare tone.
The Mapex Black Panther Design Lab is a limited production series featuring snare drums with distinctive designs and premium specifications. Current models include the Equinox and Cherry Bomb - both available in 13" and 14" sizes.
The Mapex MPX is an accessible, great-value range covering steel and maple/poplar hybrid shells across multiple sizes - ideal for drummers who want reliable Mapex quality at a more accessible price point. The Black Panther is the flagship professional series with premium shell materials, more distinctive tonal characters, and a significantly wider range of options.
Mapex Black Panther snare drums are used by a number of world-class drummers. Signature models are available from Craig Blundell (Machine), Russ Miller (Versatus), Jeff Hamilton (Maximus), and Chris Adler (Warbird).
The Mapex MPX range covers an unusually wide variety of sizes - from a compact 10"x5.5" steel snare and a shallow 13"x3.5" through to 12"x6", 13"x6", 14"x6.5", and a deep 14"x8" in maple/poplar hybrid. This makes the MPX range one of the most versatile accessible snare drum lines available, with options for effects, piccolo, standard, and deep configurations.