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    Well guys and gals, it seems the idea for a brand specific discussion thread is a good one. So I thought why not one for us MAPEX freaks?
    Here is a chance to ask questions and share tips on topics like head selection and set up options about everthing MAPEX from Q series to the awesome Orions. Maybe even show off your new gear??


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    This is a good idea, Les. I hope we see one for each brand. All drum mfg's have something for somebody and why not exploit the positives so future buyers can have good facts to go by and not just someone's opinion based on them hearing someone else's opinion.

    BTW, what brand to you like, right now?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bish View Post
    This is a good idea, Les. I hope we see one for each brand. All drum mfg's have something for somebody and why not exploit the positives so future buyers can have good facts to go by and not just someone's opinion based on them hearing someone else's opinion.

    BTW, what brand to you like, right now?
    I am loving my Mapex's for sure Bish! -Les

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    Quote Originally Posted by Lesizmor View Post
    I am loving my Mapex's for sure Bish! -Les
    I know, man, I was just giving you a razzing.

    Of course now that you are going to get another Pearl kit...the jury may go back into session, eh?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bish View Post
    I know, man, I was just giving you a razzing.

    Of course now that you are going to get another Pearl kit...the jury may go back into session, eh?
    Well, I have owned and played Pearl drum fo over 15 years and like you, I find something apealing in Pearl drums as well! They have a signature sound and their hardware and CS is second to none. I will buy another Mapex kit (in the future) in a New York minute! I'm just sold! -Les

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    I can say the first time i played a Mapex birch kit, i bought it and was hooked! This time a year ago i had heard of mapex but didnt know anything about them. After owning the M birch and now the Saturn i will say they make some high quality products. One thing i noticed about the Saturn bass drums is that they have a distinct, thunderous sound. Anytime someone hears my kit they comment on how powerful the bass is and what can i say i love that sound. Of course other drums have great sound too as there are so many great brands making good stuff. I just like having something different and my Mapex gives me that with its sound and still not really a mainstream name. I still run into people that arent familiar with mapex and cant believe they havent heard them before since they are top notch. Being a drum fanatic, of course there are other kits i still want from other brands but i do love my mapex and would put it up against anything else out there in terms of durability and sound.
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    Well I guess I have to jump in on this one, since I now own my third Mapex kit. I've owned two M Birch kits previously, and now own their top of the line Orions.

    Mapex has made a big impact in the drum industry in recent years, and is getting a reputation for offering the best "bang for the buck", party due to the fact that they've offered a free tom or Black Panther snare with many of their kits. Their quality is excellent, as exemplified by the fact that their plant in China has been awarded the ISO 9001 distinction, the highest award for quality given out in manufacturing. To back up the importance of that quality, the parent company of Mapex, KHS Musical Instruments, now manufactures drum shells and hardware for several other top name drum companies.

    Fine quality drums and hardware hardware, competitive pricing, and top notch customer service are making Mapex one of the big names in drum manufacturing. Oh, did I mention the variety of finishes? Outstanding looking finishes in both wraps and lacquers, and they constantly release new finishes that are innovative and eye catching.

    Here are a couple of pics of my past and present Mapex kits.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Beave View Post
    I can say the first time i played a Mapex birch kit, i bought it and was hooked! This time a year ago i had heard of mapex but didnt know anything about them. After owning the M birch and now the Saturn i will say they make some high quality products. One thing i noticed about the Saturn bass drums is that they have a distinct, thunderous sound. Anytime someone hears my kit they comment on how powerful the bass is and what can i say i love that sound. Of course other drums have great sound too as there are so many great brands making good stuff. I just like having something different and my Mapex gives me that with its sound and still not really a mainstream name. I still run into people that arent familiar with mapex and cant believe they havent heard them before since they are top notch. Being a drum fanatic, of course there are other kits i still want from other brands but i do love my mapex and would put it up against anything else out there in terms of durability and sound.
    AMEN to his bro! I also own a Pearl Session kit and love them as well. but there is just something about my M Birch and Black Panther snare that has got me grinning a mile and 1/2 wide! -Les

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    I must say your so right. Mapex drums are great, like most I ]
    never realised how good they were untill I played the saturn on a 1hr gig slot it more than held up all night and was shared between four other bands (all heavy hitter) Better than the orian in my opinion.

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    Those Orions are just stunning Norske. I bet the camera isn't doing that finish any favors either.
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    woot mapex rocks
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    Quote Originally Posted by itchie View Post
    woot mapex rocks
    OMG ! I love the finish on your kit! WOW!
    Like i said before... is there a more beautiful drum then the Orion series!
    Congrats Itchie! you must be very happy with that kit.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RickyT View Post
    OMG ! I love the finish on your kit! WOW!
    Like i said before... is there a more beautiful drum then the Orion series!
    Congrats Itchie! you must be very happy with that kit.
    totally happy , there's no doubt about it


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    How does that beauti sound? that's an all maple kit?
    Do you gig with it? that kit puts a lot pf DW kits to shame! LOL!

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    Quote Originally Posted by RickyT View Post
    ..... that kit puts a lot pf DW kits to shame! LOL!
    .........wait, ummm..I mean..


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    Quote Originally Posted by RickyT View Post
    How does that beauti sound? that's an all maple kit?
    Do you gig with it? that kit puts a lot pf DW kits to shame! LOL!
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    Quote Originally Posted by itchie View Post
    totally happy , there's no doubt about it

    Got one thing to say about those orions...... WOW !!!!
    E Drums !! !

    There are no loud instruments just loud players !

    Protect Your Hearing !!!!

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    Wow.... I'm blown away by that finish, Itchie!
    Sabian AAX Xplosion crash 18"
    Sabian AAX Xplosion crash 16"
    Sabian AAX Xplosion hats 14"
    Sabian Vault Holy China 19"
    LP Ice Bell 7" (love it)
    Sabian AA 12" Mini China

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    Eye Candy, Itchie!!

    Those are amazing to look at.
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    Guess ill post a pic of mine since this is the official Mapex thread!


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    Quote Originally Posted by Beave View Post
    Guess ill post a pic of mine since this is the official Mapex thread!


    very nice

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    I'd love to have a Mapex one day but I'm quite happy with my Ludwigs at the moment, nice kits everyone

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    Here's a few of mine...
    vintage Mars in the original yellow before I refinished it.
    1998 Mars Pro SE in transparent aqua green
    2007 VX black (current kit)
    and my Black Panther snares:
    14x3.5" Phosphor Bronze (january 1999)
    14x6.5" phosphor bronze (august 2000)
    10x5.5" flat black maple (june 2000)
    12x7" cherry maple (july 2006)
    I also bought a 14x6.5 to match the 1998 set that I had sold (no pics though)

    The first time I saw a Mapex kit was in a rehearsal room, and I laughed at it (unknown brand). Six weeks later I was begging my parents to buy me one. I've been hooked ever since. I did own a Tama Rockstar in the midst of the Mapex stuff because they offered a double bass configuration. I decided to downsize (shell sizes mainly) and I wanted the hexagonal L-rods and Mapex's ITS back, so I went for the VX. I don't see myself buying another set.
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    I've said it before on DC - Mapex are only a couple of really household big name drummer endorses away from world domination!

    While we are at it here are my Saturns...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dustin View Post
    I've said it before on DC - Mapex are only a couple of really household big name drummer endorses away from world domination!

    While we are at it here are my Saturns...



    These are sweet man. NUFF SAID

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