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Mapex Armory 20" Fusion Acoustic Shell Pack in Black Onyx Burst

Mapex Armory 20″ Fusion Acoustic Shell Pack in Black Onyx Burst

£899.00

This is the Mapex Armory 20″ Fusion Acoustic Shell Pack in Black Onyx Burst from Mapex, available in the Drums category here on Just Drums. Read More below.

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Description

The Mapex Armory Series 5 Piece 20″ Fusion Shell Pack in Black Onyx Burst is a powerful, modern drum kit built around Mapex Hybrid Technology shells and premium SONIClear features. Combining birch and maple plies for a punchy yet musical voice, this compact fusion configuration delivers fast, focused tones that sit perfectly in any mix, from studio sessions to live stages.

With high gloss lacquer over striking olivewood outer veneers, upgraded Remo UC heads and the cutting-edge Tomahawk steel snare, this shell pack gives working drummers a professional sound and feel straight out of the box. Smart hardware touches such as SONIClear suspension mounts, floor tom feet and insulated bass drum claws make tuning easier, increase sustain and keep your sound consistent night after night.

Hybrid Birch/Maple Shells

At the heart of the Armory Series is Mapex Hybrid Technology, using a 6 ply birch/maple/birch construction. The birch layers provide fast attack and clarity, while the maple core adds warmth and musicality. This fusion of tonewoods gives you drums that cut through amplified bands without sounding harsh, making them ideal for rock, pop, worship and function work where you need definition and body in equal measure.

SONIClear Bearing Edges and Mounting

SONIClear bearing edges allow the drumheads to sit perfectly flat on the shell, improving contact and making tuning quicker and more predictable. Paired with SONIClear suspension mounts and floor tom feet, the shells are allowed to resonate more freely, giving you greater sustain, a wider tuning range and a more open, controlled tone at all dynamics.

Armory Tomahawk Snare Drum

This shell pack includes the Armory Tomahawk snare, a focused, cutting steel snare designed to deliver a crisp crack with plenty of body. Its bright, articulate voice excels in modern genres where backbeat definition is crucial, while still responding sensitively to ghost notes and lighter playing. It is a versatile centrepiece that complements the hybrid toms and bass drum perfectly.

Gig Ready Fusion Configuration

The 20″ fusion configuration offers a balanced, compact footprint that suits smaller stages, home studios and tight pits without sacrificing low end. The 20″ x 16″ bass drum provides a punchy, controlled thump, while the 10″ and 12″ rack toms and 14″ floor tom give you a versatile spread of pitches for fills and grooves. The included TH676 double tom holder with memory locks ensures fast, repeatable set up every time you play.

Key Features

  • M.H.T 6 Ply Birch/Maple/Birch Shells – The hybrid construction blends birch attack with maple warmth, giving you drums that project clearly while retaining a full, musical tone. This makes it easier to be heard in a band mix without overplaying, and gives engineers a sound that records cleanly with minimal effort.
  • SONIClear Bearing Edges and Suspension – SONIClear bearing edges, suspension mounts and floor tom feet improve head-to-shell contact and allow the drums to resonate more freely. The result is quicker tuning, more consistent tone across the kit and a wider usable tuning range, so you can dial in everything from tight, modern punch to deeper, vintage-inspired warmth.
  • Armory Tomahawk Snare Included – The included Tomahawk snare delivers a sharp, defined crack with plenty of cut, ideal for contemporary rock, pop and metal. Its responsive feel and strong projection mean your backbeat remains solid and present, even in louder environments.
  • High Gloss Black Onyx Burst with Olivewood Veneer – The high gloss lacquer over olivewood outer veneers gives the kit a premium, boutique appearance. The Black Onyx Burst finish looks striking under stage lights and in the studio, helping your kit stand out visually as much as it does sonically.

Specifications

Shells

  • Series: Mapex Armory
  • Shell Construction: M.H.T (Mapex Hybrid Technology)
  • Shell Plies: 6 ply
  • Shell Material: Birch/Maple/Birch
  • Bearing Edges: SONIClear

Configuration

  • Bass Drum: 20″ x 16″
  • Rack Tom 1: 10″ x 8″
  • Rack Tom 2: 12″ x 9″
  • Floor Tom: 14″ x 14″
  • Snare Drum: Armory Tomahawk
  • Tom Holder: TH676 Double Tom Holder with memory lock design

Finish

  • Outer Veneer: Olivewood
  • Finish: High Gloss Lacquer
  • Colour: Black Onyx Burst

Hardware and Features

  • Mounts: SONIClear Suspension Mounts
  • Floor Tom Feet: SONIClear Floor Tom Feet
  • Lugs: Low Mass Nutboxes
  • Bass Drum Claws: Insulated Bass Drum Claws

Heads

  • Batter Heads: Remo UC Double-ply Clear Batter head upgrade

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Brand

Mapex

Mapex is a globally respected drum manufacturer known for combining modern design, strong build quality, and excellent value across its drum kits, snares, and hardware. The brand has built a reputation for making drums that are reliable, great sounding, and thoughtfully engineered for real-world playing.

Mapex drum kits are used across many styles, from rock and pop to metal, jazz, and fusion. Their shells are designed to deliver punch, clarity, and balanced tone, with ranges that suit beginners, advancing players, and professionals alike. Attention to shell construction, bearing edges, and finishes gives Mapex kits a clean, modern sound that works well both live and in the studio.

Alongside drums, Mapex hardware is widely praised for strength, smooth operation, and sensible design. Stands, pedals, and mounting systems are built to handle regular gigging while remaining easy to adjust and transport. For drummers looking for dependable equipment that performs above its price point, Mapex is a trusted and widely used choice.

Category

Acoustic Drum Kits

Drums

Drums are the rhythmic backbone of modern music, providing pulse, energy, and structure across countless styles and genres. From acoustic drum kits and marching drums to hand percussion and electronic systems, drums are designed to be played physically and expressively, responding directly to touch, technique, and dynamics.

Acoustic drums are built from shells, heads, and hardware that work together to shape tone, volume, and sustain. Different sizes, materials, and tunings allow drummers to create sounds ranging from deep and powerful to tight and articulate. Electronic drums expand this further by offering volume control, sound variety, and integration with recording and digital music systems.

Drums are used in live performance, recording, education, and practice, making them one of the most versatile instrument families in music. Whether played softly or with force, alone or as part of a full band, drums play a central role in driving rhythm, supporting musicians, and shaping the feel of a piece of music.

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