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Mapex Black Panther Predator Snare Drum - 6 x 14-inch, Copper

6" x 14" Copper Snare Drum with 1.2mm Shell and Triple-flanged Hoops
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Mapex Black Panther Predator Snare Drum - 6 x 14-inch, Copper
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Mapex Black Panther Predator Snare Drum - 6 x 14-inch, Copper

Q: What kind of sound can I expect from the Mapex Black Panther Predator Snare's copper shell?

Q: How do the Sonic Saver hoops and Cylinder-drive throw-off enhance the Predator Snare's performance?

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Rich Copper Snare with a Potent Bite

Copper shells have been at the core of some of the most musical shells ever created: kits, snares, timpanis, and beyond. The Mapex Predator snare drum brings that same musicality to the Black Panther snare lineup. The warm tones and rich sensitivity endow the Predator snare with a beautiful bloom and impeccable response under close mics. Just don't get too close — this snare is capable of delivering a potent bite that'll bring you to your knees. The Predator's 1.2mm all-copper shell is slightly undersized to allow the batter and snare-side heads full freedom of movement. This means fat, full backbeats in the studio and room-shaking rimshots onstage. Flanged Sonic Saver hoops on rolled metal SONIClear bearing edges maximize the Predator's tone and tuning range. And with its extra-wide snare beds and cylinder-drive dual-adjustment throw off, the Mapex Black Panther Predator copper snare drum from Sweetwater can be dialed in for precision sensitivity.

Mapex Black Panther Predator 14-inch Copper Snare Drum Features:

  • Size: 6 inches x 14 inches
  • Rich 1.2mm copper shell
  • Warm tone, rich sensitivity
  • Impeccable response under close mics
  • Capable of delivering a potent bite onstage
  • Extra-wide snare beds enhance sensitivity
  • SONIClear bearing edges maximize tone and tuning range
  • Triple-flanged Sonic Saver hoops help deliver a powerful rimshot and fat backbeat
  • Cylinder-drive dual-adjustment throw off or quiet tenoring and precise snare tensioning
  • Mapex-branded Remo Ambassador X Coated batter head

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Black Panther Predator Snare
  • Drum Depth: 6"
  • Drum Diameter: 14"
  • Shell Material: Copper
  • Shell Construction: 1.2mm
  • Hoops: Sonic Saver Triple-flanged
  • Lugs: 10 x Saturn Lugs
  • Color: Brushed
  • Finish: Chrome-plated Hardware
  • Heads: Mapex by Remo USA
  • Additional Features: Cylinder-drive/Dual-adjustment Throw-off
  • Manufacturer Part Number: BPNCO4601CN

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Reviews

Dark metal beauty
These Mapex Black Panther snares are extremely well made and consistent. I own and have reviewed the Metallion from this most current iteration of BPs and the Tomahawk from the former.

They're all great. The Predator specifically is darker and more controlled than the Metallion. I put an Evans Heavyweight on it. It's very versatile.

I don't see you going wrong with this choice. Of my 9 snares (all metal), it's got a unique tone. If you've not purchased a copper snare for your collection...this might be the right one. I had a Trick 3mm rolled copper snare in the past and I certainly like the tone of this one better even though they are quite different in construction. Even though I love the tone of and own a cast 3mm drum, thinner shelled drums tend to be more versatile and pleasant in more situations, the Predator specifically.
Music background: Hobbiest, Instructor, Life Long Learner
Love it
Just picked this up a few days ago and absolutely love It. I usually crank my snares but this one is amazing at a lower tuning. The dark tambour and full body combined with just enough overtones has immediately made it my favorite snare. I'd always wanted a copper snare "just because" but were I to lose this one today I'd buy another later today. 20/10 would recommend.
Music background: Semi pro
Another great snare
Mapex is such a great company. I have three of their sets from different time periods, as well as several of their snares. This snare, as well as the other BP snares I have, are as good as any of the top of the line snares I have. It's well built, and the attention to detail is second to none. The BP line takes no short cuts when it comes to quality. Other brands may be equal in sound, build quality, attention to detail, etc but they cost significantly more. Another "go-to" snare for my collection!
Music background: Professional musician
Beautiful In Every Way
I share the same opinion as everyone else who reviewed this drum. When I took it out of the box I was so impressed by how beautiful it looks and Mapex's attention to detail. Took a few minutes to tune up, sounds so good I couldn't stop playing. Backbeat, ghost notes, even press rolls: what a sound! I never played a better snare drum. I love it! A drum this good at this price!Thank you, Mapex, and thank you Sweetwater once again for great service.
Music background: Been playing for over 60 years, still gigging and learning
Amazing sound and quality.
First off hats off to my sales engineer Mike Savoldi. He was very helpful in helping me look for the sound I was attempting to try on a regular snare. When I questioned him on this option he said check this one out. Turns out it was the choice I was looking for. Thank you Mike & Sweetwater. Eye candy for this drum was good but not as the handpicked candy that was included. Happy New year.
Music background: Bought this drum specifically not to go to work because I will be busy banging it all day.