Upclose & Personal: Mapex Black Panther PHATBOB 14" x 7" Thick Shell Maple

The name Black Panther, conjuring up speed and power allied to velvety sleekness, has been a winner for Mapex over the past decade. 

And now we have a quick view of one the top line Snare drums from Black Panther line of great snares; Phatbob 14" x 7" Thick Maple Shell Snare

Let's have a closer view of the snare....

Big in every sense, the 14" x 7" Phatbob has a fat shell consisting of 12mm of 100% maple ply

 It also has a couple of vintage style features. Elegantly sculpted twin-point mounted tube lugs.

The patented 'Sonic Saver ' hoops lie between flanged and die-cast hoops

 Using the Remo Ambassador  brings the best of the sound of Phatbob snare!

The Black Panther thick maple shell with the well built chrome snare wires.

You will appreciate the extra fine sensitivity of the new Black Panther snare strainer. 

First, it's the only drum in the Panther range which has rounded profile bearing edges, which Mapex dubs 8:2. And second, whereas the snare bed dips on the other wood drums are shallow, on this drum the beds are cut deeper, so you really can't miss them.
The overall feeling as you lay in is one of solidity and gravitas, a sense of confidence, no matter what sort of music you play.

Upclose & Personal: MAPEX Black Panther FASTBACK Snare Drum (LOW.MEDIUM.HIGH TUNING)

Mapex Drums's signature drum series: BLACK PANTHER

 

Building on the foundations of the very successful Black Panther line of snares, Mapex introduced limited editions of drum kits based on those snares. Based on the latest production, as of April 2013, four models were produced, namely: The Blaster, The Velvetone, The Retrosonic and The Black Widow.

And in this review, we are having a closer look at one of Black Panther's series' snare, "nicknamed": FASTBACK.

Commented as; "Get in or get out because this snare ain't waitin'. A high-tuning range and deep shell delivers a dry, dark tone with some pop".

Now let our sight to be amazed by one of the famous Black Panther's snare - FASTBACK 12" x 7" Maple Shell Snare:

Sienna Burst with Chrome Hardware

12" x 7" with Sonic Saver™ Hoop

 The unique shape of Mapex Sonic Saver™ reduces wear and tear to drum sticks, makes the drum easier to tune. It also enhances the sound of rimshots, and will not choke the shell's vibration.

All resulting in much greater resonances!

Mapex Signature Cylinder-Drive Strainer 

Open-mode

 The Cylinder-Drive strainer and butt-end adjuster uses a self-lubricating bearing to ensure smooth functionality and operation. The adjustments dial employs "micro-lock" technology that provides precise control.

Premium Snare Wires

 Black Panther Fastback snare features stainless steel snare wires for a crisp lively action.

Mapex Black Panther's snare uses Remo's coated Ambassador Drumheads

Here's the configuration and specifications:

Model No:	BPML2700CNIT
Size:	7" x 12"
Shell:	6 ply Maple
Shell Finish:	Sienna Burst
Batter Side Head:	Remo Coated Ambassador
Resonant Side Head:	Remo Clear
Lugs Pcs:	8 pcs x 2
Hardware Finish:	Chrome

How does it sound like? Best described as DARK, DRY and SENSITIVE!

Let's hear it out!