Mapex Mars Birch 20″ Fusion Acoustic Drum Kit in Blue Twilight Sparkle

£579.00

The Mapex Mars Birch 20 Fusion shell pack in Blue Twilight Sparkle is a punchy, portable drum kit that gives intermediate players a serious upgrade without breaking the bank. Built from 100 percent birch with Mapexs SONIClear bearing edges and suspension system, it delivers focused attack, quick response and an easy-to-tune, modern sound that works […]

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The Mapex Mars Birch 20 Fusion shell pack in Blue Twilight Sparkle is a punchy, portable drum kit that gives intermediate players a serious upgrade without breaking the bank. Built from 100 percent birch with Mapexs SONIClear bearing edges and suspension system, it delivers focused attack, quick response and an easy-to-tune, modern sound that works brilliantly on stage or in the studio.
This 5 piece Fusion configuration pairs a compact 20 inch bass drum with shallow rack toms, a 14 inch floor tom and a matching 14 x 6.5 snare, giving you a versatile setup that covers everything from tight pop and funk to rock and worship. Finished in eye catching Blue Twilight Sparkle, it looks as good as it sounds and slots perfectly into Mapexs Drummer For Life journey as a powerful next step from a first kit.

100 Percent Birch Shells
The Mars series uses 100 percent birch, 6 ply shells for a bright, articulate tone with plenty of attack. Birch naturally emphasises the highs and lows while keeping the mids controlled, so your drums cut through the mix without sounding harsh. It is ideal for live work and recording, giving you a clear, modern sound that engineers and bandmates will love.

SONIClear Bearing Edge
Mapexs SONIClear bearing edge is designed to let the head sit flatter and make full contact with the shell. This improves tuning stability, widens the tuning range and helps the drums speak clearly at all dynamics. For developing drummers it means less time fighting with lugs and more time playing, with a kit that consistently sounds musical and controlled.

Fusion Sizes with Matching Snare
The 20 x 16 bass drum, 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 rack toms, 14 x 14 floor tom and matching 14 x 6.5 snare create a compact yet powerful Fusion setup. The smaller kick stays punchy and controlled on tighter stages, while the tom sizes give you fast response and easy positioning. The matching birch snare ties the whole kit together tonally, delivering a crisp crack and solid backbeat for almost any style.

Stage Ready Blue Twilight Sparkle Finish
Four sparkle finishes are available in the Mars Birch range, and this Blue Twilight Sparkle option brings serious visual impact under lights. The shimmering wrap catches the eye in photos and on stage, helping your kit stand out without being over the top. It is a great choice for players who want a professional looking setup that reflects the quality of the sound.

Key Features
100 Percent Birch 6 Ply Shells – All birch construction delivers a focused, punchy tone with strong attack and controlled sustain, ideal for modern live and studio environments where clarity and definition are essential.
SONIClear Bearing Edge and Suspension System – The SONIClear bearing edge and suspension system help the heads seat properly and let the shells resonate freely, making tuning quicker and more consistent while enhancing sustain and projection.
Versatile 20 Fusion Configuration – The 20 inch bass drum with 10 and 12 inch rack toms, 14 inch floor tom and 14 x 6.5 matching snare provide a compact, gig friendly setup that comfortably covers pop, rock, funk and beyond.
Blue Twilight Sparkle Finish – The Blue Twilight Sparkle wrap offers strong visual appeal on stage or in the studio, giving you a professional, eye catching look that complements the kits modern sound.
SpecificationsShell Pack

Series: Mars Birch
Configuration: 5 Piece Fusion Shell Pack
Finish: Blue Twilight Sparkle

Shells

Shell Material: 100 Percent Birch
Shell Thickness: 6 Ply
Bearing Edges: SONIClear

Drum Sizes

Bass Drum: 20 x 16
Rack Tom 1: 10 x 7
Rack Tom 2: 12 x 8
Floor Tom: 14 x 14
Snare Drum: 14 x 6.5 Matching Birch Snare

Hardware and Mounting

Tom Mounting: Bass drum mounted tom holders
Included Holder: TH676 double tom holder
Suspension: SONIClear suspension system on rack toms
Bass Drum Claws: Insulated bass drum claws

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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.