Mapex Mars Birch "Crossover" Drum Kit Shell Pack – 1 Up 2 Down – Diamond Sparkle
The Mapex Mars Birch Crossover Drum Kit Shell Pack in Diamond Sparkle combines punchy all-birch shells with an increasingly popular 1 up, 2 down configuration, creating a versatile acoustic kit that's equally at home on stage, in the studio or in the rehearsal room.
Featuring 100% European birch shells, the Mapex Mars delivers a focused, powerful drum sound with plenty of attack and projection. Birch naturally produces a controlled response with strong definition, making the Mars an excellent choice for rock, pop, indie, alternative, funk and a huge variety of contemporary styles.
The Crossover configuration expands on a traditional setup by providing additional tom options, allowing you to build the kit around either a compact or larger rack tom while retaining two floor tom voices.
Crossover 1 Up, 2 Down Configuration
The Mapex Mars Birch Crossover includes:
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22" Bass Drum
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10" Rack Tom
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12" Rack Tom
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14" Floor Tom
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16" Floor Tom
With both 10" and 12" rack toms included, you can configure the kit to suit your playing style while retaining the powerful 14" and 16" floor tom combination.
Set it up with one rack tom and two floor toms for the classic 1 up, 2 down layout, or incorporate both rack toms when you want the additional tonal range of a larger configuration.
The 22" bass drum provides plenty of low-end punch and projection, giving the kit a versatile foundation for both live and studio use.
100% European Birch Shells
At the heart of the Mapex Mars Birch Series are its all-birch shells.
Birch is known for its strong attack, focused fundamental tone and controlled low frequencies, helping the drums remain clear and defined within a full band mix. The result is a punchy, responsive sound that works particularly well for contemporary music and recording.
From the focused rack toms through to the deeper 14" and 16" floor toms, the Mars delivers a balanced progression across the kit with plenty of projection.
SONIClear Bearing Edges
Mapex SONIClear bearing edges are designed to improve contact between the drumhead and shell, helping the drums tune easily while encouraging a strong fundamental note and consistent response.
This provides the Mars Birch with a broad usable tuning range, allowing you to move from deeper, powerful rock tunings through to tighter and more articulate sounds.
Diamond Sparkle Finish
The Diamond Sparkle finish gives the Mapex Mars Birch a clean, premium appearance with plenty of impact under stage lighting.
Its classic sparkle aesthetic complements the modern specification of the Mars, making this a kit that looks equally at home on stage, in the studio or as the centrepiece of a home setup.
Key Features
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Mapex Mars Birch Crossover shell pack
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Versatile 1 up, 2 down configuration
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22" bass drum
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10" and 12" rack toms
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14" and 16" floor toms
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100% European birch shells
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Punchy, focused and articulate drum sound
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Strong attack and projection
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Mapex SONIClear bearing edges
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Wide and versatile tuning range
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Excellent definition within a full band mix
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Premium Diamond Sparkle finish
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Ideal for rock, pop, indie, alternative and funk
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Suitable for rehearsals, recording and live performance
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Quality Mapex construction
Why Choose the Mapex Mars Birch Crossover?
The Mapex Mars Birch Crossover is an excellent choice for drummers who want the punch and articulation of an all-birch drum kit combined with a flexible range of tom sizes.
The combination of 10", 12", 14" and 16" toms gives you plenty of options when configuring the kit. Run your preferred rack tom with the 14" and 16" floor toms for a classic 1 up, 2 down setup, or use the additional rack tom when you need a wider tonal range.
Combined with a powerful 22" bass drum, 100% European birch shells and SONIClear bearing edges, the Mars Crossover provides a versatile platform capable of handling everything from rehearsals and regular gigging to studio recording.
Finished in striking Diamond Sparkle, it's a great option for drummers looking for professional-style features, flexible configuration and a powerful birch sound without stepping up to the price of Mapex's flagship ranges.
Need more information on the Mapex Mars Birch Crossover? Contact the Into Music team for expert advice, availability, finance and part-exchange options.
