Mapex Black Panther BPDLMH4460LPW Design Lab Versatus 14×4,6 Snare Drum

The Natural Satin SAS Finish brings out the beautiful character of the woods used in the drums but also allows the shell to vibrate fully due to its extremely low-mass application. Thicker finishes like high-gloss add mass to the shell and shorten sustain. Future Design Lab models may employ a thicker finish to create a more focused sound. Allowing the drumhead to sit flatter on the shell, making better contact. The result is a stronger and deeper fundamental pitch, effortless and consistent tuning, and a significantly expanded tuning range. For the serious player, the increased head-to-edge contact increases shell vibration, allowing the sonic nuances of the hybrid shell to stand out. The inward flange and extra weight of the Sonic Saver hoops help to focus and control the sound of the drums. The projection is more “down” than “out” and will provide more of a “vintage” or closed tone. Based on the proprietary SONIClear™ Attenuation System (SAS) sonic effect scale developed through the Mapex Design Lab. From SAS 0 to 3, the selection on the finishes giving the snare drum a distinctive sound by the individual artist.

• Size 14 x 4.625
• Shell 7-Ply Maple/Mahogany (8.55 mm)
• Reinforcement Ring 4-Ply Maple (Top)
• Finish SAS2 Peach Burl Burst
• Edges 45° SONIClear™ Batter Side, 35° SONIClear™ Snare Side
• Snare Bed 2.7mm Deep x 5.5” Width
• Air Vents 4 (Quadrant)
• Hoops Sonic Saver™ Hoops with Black Brushed Finish
• Lug Casings Staggered Locking I-Lugs
• Throw-Off Trick GS007
• Snare Wires Puresound P1416
• Drumheads Remo Fiberskyn Diplomat Batter / Hazy Snare Side
• Model No BPDLMH4460LPW