Mapex Mars Birch 22″ Rock Acoustic Drum Kit in Twilight Sparkle

£599.00

The Mapex Mars Birch 22” 5pc Shell Pack is a quality shell pack designed by leading drum kit makers Mapex. Designed for the Mapex Mars Birch series, this shell pack offers incredible power and versatility to cater to all different types of drummers. Constructed from a 6ply 100 percent birch shell, a quick and clear […]

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Description

The Mapex Mars Birch 22” 5pc Shell Pack is a quality shell pack designed by leading drum kit makers Mapex. Designed for the Mapex Mars Birch series, this shell pack offers incredible power and versatility to cater to all different types of drummers. Constructed from a 6ply 100 percent birch shell, a quick and clear playing response is achieved time and time again. Whilst this birch shell construction allows for punchy bright tones to be projected from the bass drum. This kit features the standard Mapex SONIClear bearing edges and suspension system – all designed to provide a quality tone throughout. 

Please Note: Hardware and cymbals not included. 

Key Features

  • Shell Material: 100% Birch for bright and punchy tones.
  • Rock Configuration: Designed for powerful sound suited for rock genres.
  • Twilight Sparkle Finish: Eye-catching, shimmering finish for a bold look.
  • SONIClear Bearing Edges: Enhances tuning and resonance.
  • Quality Hardware: Durable and reliable for consistent performance.
  • Versatile Setup: Ideal for a wide range of musical styles. 

Specifications

  • Shell Construction: 100% Birch
  • Bass Drum Size: 22″ x 18″
  • Rack Tom Sizes: 10″ x 8″ and 12″ x 9″
  • Floor Tom Size: 16″ x 16″
  • Snare Drum Size: 14″ x 5.5″
  • Cymbals: Not included (cymbals sold separately)
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
  • Drumheads: Remo drumheads included 

Configuration 

  • 1 x 22″ Bass Drum
  • 2 x Rack Toms (10″ and 12″)
  • 1 x Floor Tom (16″)
  • 1 x Snare Drum (14″)

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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.

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Drum Kits

Drum kits are the core of modern drumming, bringing together bass drum, snare, toms, cymbals, and hardware into a single playable instrument. A complete kit allows a drummer to cover rhythm, dynamics, and texture, forming the foundation of a band’s groove in styles ranging from rock and pop to jazz, metal, funk, and electronic-influenced music.

Drum kits come in many configurations and materials, including compact setups for small spaces, standard five-piece kits, and larger multi-tom arrangements. Shell materials such as maple, birch, mahogany, and hybrid constructions each influence tone, projection, and response. Acoustic kits are chosen for their natural feel and sound, while electronic and hybrid kits offer volume control, sound flexibility, and integration with modern music production.

Choosing a drum kit involves balancing sound, size, hardware quality, and playing style. Whether for practice, recording, or live performance, a well-matched drum kit provides consistent tuning, comfortable ergonomics, and a musical response that supports the drummer and the music they play.

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Drum Kit

A drum kit brings together multiple drums and cymbals to create a single playable instrument that drives rhythm and structure in music. Each part of the kit works together to provide pulse, dynamics, accents, and movement, allowing the drummer to shape groove, timing, and energy. A well-matched drum kit supports consistent playing, clear musical expression, and the ability to adapt to different styles and performance settings.