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Mapex Mars Birch 22" Rock Acoustic Drum Kit in Diamond Sparkle
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Mapex Mars Birch 22″ Rock Acoustic Drum Kit in Diamond Sparkle

£569.00

The Mapex Mars Birch Rock 22 in Diamond Sparkle is a punchy, gig-ready shell pack that gives advancing drummers a serious upgrade without the premium price tag. With 100 percent birch shells, versatile rock sizes and a dazzling sparkle finish, it is built to deliver clear, powerful tone and eye-catching looks in the studio or […]

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Description

The Mapex Mars Birch Rock 22 in Diamond Sparkle is a punchy, gig-ready shell pack that gives advancing drummers a serious upgrade without the premium price tag. With 100 percent birch shells, versatile rock sizes and a dazzling sparkle finish, it is built to deliver clear, powerful tone and eye-catching looks in the studio or on stage.
Centred around a 22×18 bass drum with 10 and 12 inch rack toms, a 16 inch floor tom and matching 14×6.5 snare, this configuration covers everything from tight, articulate grooves to big, open rock backbeats. Mapexs SONIClear bearing edges and suspension system make tuning quick and consistent, helping you get a great sound fast and keep it there night after night.
The Mars Birch series is designed as a strong step up for drummers on their Drummer For Life journey, offering pro-inspired features in a focused, easy to manage package. Insulated bass drum claws, bass drum mounted tom holders and a matching snare drum all add up to a kit that feels complete and ready to play as soon as it is set up.

100 Percent Birch Shells
The 6 ply birch shells provide a bright, focused tone with strong attack and quick decay, ideal for modern rock, pop and live work. Birch naturally emphasises the high and low frequencies, giving your kick and toms plenty of punch while keeping the sound controlled and easy to mix.

SONIClear Bearing Edge
Mapexs SONIClear bearing edge allows the drumhead to sit flatter and make better contact with the shell, which makes tuning more straightforward and helps the drums speak clearly at all dynamic levels. You can dial in your sound quickly and maintain stable tuning across a wide range of tensions.

Rock Sized Configuration
The 22×18 bass drum, 10×7 and 12×8 rack toms, 16×14 floor tom and 14×6.5 matching snare offer a powerful yet versatile platform that suits a wide range of styles. From tight, punchy tom fills to a deep, driving kick and a snare that can crack or fatten up as needed, this shell pack is ready for rehearsal rooms, stages and recording sessions alike.

Diamond Sparkle Finish
The Diamond Sparkle wrap gives the kit a bold, professional look that stands out under stage lights and in videos. Combined with insulated bass drum claws and clean hardware lines, it delivers strong visual impact to match its sound, helping your kit look as good as it feels to play.

Key Features
100 Percent Birch 6 Ply Shells – Bright, focused tone with strong attack and quick decay makes these shells ideal for cutting through a band mix while remaining controlled and easy to record.
SONIClear Bearing Edge and Suspension System – Improved head to shell contact and a dedicated suspension system give you easier tuning, better resonance and a more consistent sound across the kit.
Rock Shell Pack with Matching Snare – The 22 inch bass drum, 10 and 12 inch rack toms, 16 inch floor tom and 14×6.5 matching snare provide a powerful, versatile setup that covers a wide range of musical situations.
Diamond Sparkle Finish with Insulated Bass Drum Claws – A striking sparkle wrap and insulated claws combine strong visual appeal with secure, buzz free bass drum hoop seating for reliable performance.
SpecificationsShell Pack

Series: Mars Birch
Configuration: Rock shell pack
Finish: Diamond Sparkle

Shells

Shell Material: 100 percent birch
Shell Construction: 6 ply
Bearing Edge: SONIClear

Drum Sizes

Bass Drum: 22×18
Rack Tom 1: 10×7
Rack Tom 2: 12×8
Floor Tom: 16×14
Snare Drum: 14×6.5 matching snare

Hardware and Mounting

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

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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.

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