New 2023 Mapex MPX Snare Drum Review | 11 MPX Snare Drums Compared!

Are you looking for the perfect snare drum that’s meant to cover all the bases at a great price point? Well, look no further because that’s exactly what the New 2023 Mapex MPX Snare Drum Series can offer!

Whether you’re a seasoned pro seeking the best addition to your arsenal or an aspiring drummer who’s eager to discover his signature sound, this new Mapex MPX Series can definitely blow you away. Mapex stands by its legacy of championing excellent craftsmanship and innovation. Not only that, it also aims to offer a diverse array of options that can suit every musical style and preference out there!

So, are you ready? Join us, at the Drum Center of Portsmouth, as we carefully dissect the design, sound quality, and performance attributes of 11 New MPX Snare Drums to jumpstart your fantastic musical career!

Going first on the list is the 14x3.5 MPX Steel Shell Piccolo Snare Drum. This thing of beauty features the standard Mapex steel shell that’s perfect for tight articulations and snap.

Oh, and this fantastic MPX snare drum also has triple-flanged hoops and an Armory Series throw-off for only $139! Now that’s what you call value for money.

Coming up next is the 14x3.5 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Piccolo Snare Drum. This magnificent-looking MPX snare drum has a beautiful transparent natural finish that would certainly turn heads. It also features triple-flanged hoops and the Armory Series throw-off that are usually found on all MPX snare drums. The 3.5” depth will give you a very quick response and is great at higher tunings.

The maple and poplar hybrid shell of this MPX snare drum allows a controlled and precise attack with a balanced tone and wide tuning range, perfect for any drummer looking to polish his skills!

Ah, now I’m 100% sure that you’ll fall in love with this mesmerizing MPX snare drum. The 14x5.5 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Snare Drum has an intimidating Trans Midnight Black finish that will make it stand out in any drum collection. Since it’s also made of the maple and poplar hybrid shell, you can expect to have full control over the MPX snare drum’s whole dynamics. The 5.5” depth is the perfect middle-of-the-road size to fit almost any musical situation.

Test your musical creativity and enjoy a controlled and precise attack with a balanced tone and wide tuning range for this outstanding MPX snare drum!

You know what? Here at the Drum City of Portsmouth, we always say that steel snare drums are our favorites. Why? Because they generally sound great no matter what the price point! And with the 14x5.5 MPX Steel Shell Snare Drum, you will both sound and look better.

This MPX snare drum has a great steel shell allowing drummers to express every stroke with pinpoint accuracy and full-fledged projection. It also permits a sharp and tight attack, allowing any drummer to make his presence felt in any kind of performance! Of course, since it’s an MPX snare drum, expect to have it equipped with an Armory Series throw-off.

While steel snare drums are highly recommended, you still can never go wrong with wood snare drums especially if you’re looking for a warmer and more resonant tone. And with this 14x6.5 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Snare Drum, you can enjoy that and more features with ease! The 6.5 depth gives you more warmth and power when compared to the shallower options.

Ah, I know you see it too. The Trans Midnight Black finish of this awesome MPX snare drum is just ridiculously appealing. So if you want to stand out at a very considerable price, this is exactly what you’ll want to add to your collection!

Now we’ll be going through one of the deeper snare drums in the new 2023 MPX series. The 14x6.5 MPX Steel Shell Snare Drum offers a lower pitch and bigger sound to your arsenal.

Oh, and at the same time, it still gives you better control with an aggressive projection and ultimate precision at every stroke! Priced at $149, this MPX snare drum with an outstanding chrome finish will make you feel like a star. Don’t just strive for performance or looks. Strive for both!

Alright, now this 14x8 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Piccolo Snare Drum is an absolute beast in the MPX series. Promising solid, deep, and warm crack with a balanced tone and tuning range, it’s a bang for the buck considering its price.

Can you imagine? For only $159, you’ll already have a remarkable MPX snare drum with a beautiful Trans Natural finish. And of course, don’t forget to enjoy its trademark feature of MPX snare drums — the Armory Series throw-off!

If you’re looking for just the perfect size of an MPX snare drum to elevate your drumming skills and performance, then take a look at the 13x6 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Piccolo Snare Drum. Sporting an ever-elegant Trans Natural finish, it would always be a joy to play your best with this MPX snare drum.

There’s just something about the combination of Maple and Poplar. It’s able to produce a wonderful blend of a warm and soft crack that sounds beautiful to the ears. Of course, you can still expect to have a controlled and precise attack with this MPX snare drum!

Up next is another thing of beauty — the 12x6 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Snare Drum. This $139 banger of an MPX snare drum also has a mesmerizing Trans Midnight Black finish that will absolutely turn heads when added to your drum collection.

As an MPX snare drum, this 12x6 wood snare is also equipped with the Armory Series throw-off. Of course, the maple and poplar hybrid shell promises a highly accurate and powerful attack! Not to mention the well-balanced tone and wide tuning range that you can already expect from an MPX snare drum.

Ah, now we’re going for a bit smaller and shallower ones with the 10x5.5 MPX Steel Shell Piccolo Snare Drum. This fantastic MPX snare drum would sound thinner and sharper compared to the other ones on the list considering its size. But hey — for $139, it already comes PACKED with tons of features to elevate your drumming skills and performance.

Of course, it comes with the usual Armory Series Throw-off that helps you easily engage the snare wires whenever you need more response. Expect to enjoy a sharper and more accurate sound with every stroke on this MPX snare drum!

Finally, we’ve got the 10x5.5 MPX Maple/Poplar Hybrid Shell Piccolo Snare Drum that promises a warmer and more resonant sound thanks to its fantastic wooden shell! Sporting a Trans Natural finish, this MPX snare drum would make you want to look more than twice.

So if you want to sound sharper but still aim to maintain a warm and resonant tone, this MPX snare drum is the one you need. For only $139, you can already enjoy its features to the fullest!

And that’s all of it! The 11 New MPX Snare Drums that you can get here at the Drum Center of Portsmouth — the largest independently owned drum store in the world.

Ah, of course! Nobody does a comprehensive head-to-head comparison better than DCP, right? Well, here’s to help you decide which one to purchase! Check out this video and let our drum experts show you the performance of each MPX snare drum on the list!

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