Black Panther THE VELVETONE 14" x 5.5" Maple & Walnut Snare Drum Inc Deluxe Case

Brand New

After a decade of success, Mapex ushers in a new era of Black Panther by introducing a new lineup of fourteen snare drum models, each with its own distinctive personality. Working closely with our drum design team, a panel of international Mapex artists shared its advice and expertise on everything from shell materials and functionality, to sizes to aesthetics. The result is a collection of unique Black Panther Snare Drums that look fantastic and sound even better. Each drum features hand built and hand finished Black Panther shells and completely redesigned hardware.

Brand New for 2010, comes the new range of Black Panthers! This is the NEW Maple & Walnut model. Don't be deceived by its beautifully seductive exterior, this drum is wickedly dark with a high degree of sensitivity.

BPMW4550CNUB Features:

8.1mm shell construncted from; 3mm exterior burl maple ply, 3.4mm walnut middle ply and one 1.7mm interior maple ply
14" x 5.5" Size
1:9 Bearing edge
Sonic Saver Hoops
Cylinder Drive Strainer
All New Throw-off
Premium Snare Wire
Heads by REMO

The new Black Panthers feature an incredibly smooth piston-style throw-off that requires minimal effort to operate. The adjustment dial employs “micro-lock” technology that provides a silent, yet tactile “click” as it’s turned, allowing precise tension control.

The drums’ newly designed hardware contributes significantly to the presentation and the performance of the instruments. Mapex’s new “Sonic Saver” hoops bridge the gap between flanged and die cast hoops. The unique shaping process creates a rounded profile at the top of the hoop that reduces wear and tear to both sticks, hands and wrists, while dramatically enhancing the feel and response of every rimshot.