The Mapex Black Panther BPML4500LNTB 14''x 5'' ''The Black Widow'' Snare Drum - This full bodied, versatile drum features extreme sensitivity and a dark, dry tone!
The Mapex Black Panther BPML4500LNTB 14''x 5'' ''The Black Widow'' Snare Drum main features,* Shell Thickness: 5.1mm
* Shell Finish: High Gloss Lacquer
* Hoops: 2.3mm Sonic Saver Hoops
* 5:5 Bearing Edge
* The Mapex Black Panther BPML4500LNTB Black Widow is a 14'' x 5'' Maple shell which is 5.1mm thick and has a 5:5 bearing edge.
This full bodied, versatile drum features extreme sensitivity, and a dark, dry tone. This drum captures what makes the Black Panther name famous.
The cylinder-drive strainer uses a self-lubricating bearing to ensure smooth operation while providing minute control of the snare tension. Mapex's piston-style throw-off is incredibly smooth and requires minimal effort to operate, and the adjustment dial employs micro-lock technology that provides a tactile click as it's turned, allowing precise control.
The Sonic Saver Hoop bridges the gap between flanged hoops and die cast hoops. A unique shaping process creates a profile that reduces wear and tear to both sticks and hands while dramatically enhancing the response and feel of every rimshot. The Sonic Saver is significantly lighter than a conventional die cast hoop, so it won't choke the shell's vibration. The result is a more natural percussive sound with much greater resonance.