5th-gen Mapex Saturn Is the Best Yet
With its SONIClear bearing edges and tone-enhancing tom hardware, there's no question about it: the Mapex Saturn V is the best Saturn shell pack so far. And with the Saturn V MH Exotic's highly figured wood veneers, there's never been a better reason to show off your Saturn on the town. Longtime Mapex fans will appreciate the return of the Saturn's signature 6- and 8-ply maple and walnut shells and innovative bass drum hardware, while players looking to save time tuning and spend more time playing will enjoy the tonal enhancements afforded by the Saturn V's upgrades.
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What's new in the Saturn V?
Mapex continually finds ways to improve its already classic Saturn drum series. Version five, the Saturn V, sees the addition of the Armory and Mars series' SONIClear bearing edges and SONIClear tom hardware. These enhancements give the Saturn V MH Exotic shell pack unmatched tuning range and sustain.
SONIClear bearing edges unlock new tuning potential
Do your heads wobble when you install them? Do they drag when you spin them? That's evidence that your current edges are robbing your drums of tone and tuning capacity. Mapex's SONIClear bearing edges seat heads so well that they can be hand-tightened and still produce a pure tone. This widens the tuning range for players who like deeper toms and kick drums, while producing a purer musical pitch in all registers.
SONIClear suspension mounts & feet preserve tom tone
Mapex went to great lengths to ensure the soulful tones of your maple-and-walnut Saturn V toms don't get sucked into orbit. The Saturn V's SONIClear suspension mounts prevent tom energy from being absorbed into the hardware, allowing the true voice of your heads and shells to ring out. Additionally, Mapex's SONIClear floor tom feet float shells to prevent the earth from leeching your hard-earned depth and resonance.
Why the Saturn V MH Exotic?
Maple/walnut shells blend the best of two worlds
The secret to the classic Saturn sound is its thin maple and walnut shells. In concert, these two tonewoods boast a strong attack and a rich, lingering sustain.
Figured veneers add a luxurious look
Every shell in the Saturn V MH Exotic sports highly figured exotic wood tops for showstopping good looks. Now you can be proud to take your Saturn kit to any event, from rock shows to weddings.
Innovative bass drum hardware is handsome and practical
Returning to the Saturn V are the visually striking, low-contact counterhoop claws and Memory-Mark bass drum spurs. Respectively, these reduce shell weight for a fuller tone and allow players to recall height settings quickly between setups.
Shells come ready to rock with Remo USA heads
Your Mapex Saturn V MH Exotic includes a full set of US Remo heads for an accurate representation of the tones that lie within. Sweetwater couldn't have picked a better pairing ourselves. Toms come crowned with 2-ply Emperor Clear batter heads for a time-honored studio tone. The bass drum is treated to a Powerstroke P3 batter head for a modern attack and lasting life.
Mapex Drums Saturn V MH Exotic 5-piece Shell Pack Features:
- The latest and best Mapex Saturn shell pack
- North American maple/walnut shells boast a strong attack and rich sustain
- Gorgeous maple burl veneers and black hardware increase replay value
- SONIClear bearing edges maximize tone and tuning range
- Tone-enhancing SONIClear tom hardware lets shells and heads ring true
- Low-contact bass drum claws reduce weight and provide a visual punch
- Memory-Mark bass drum spurs allow for recallable height settings
- Toms include Remo Emperor Clears for a time-honored studio tone
- Kick drum includes a Remo Powerstroke P3 for a modern attack
- Includes suspension tom mounts and floor tom legs; all other hardware sold separately
