Mapex Black Panther Design Lab 14x6 Cherry Bomb Snare Drum

Mapex BPCW4600CNW Black Panther Cherry Bomb Snare Drum – Explosive Tone with Warm Cherry Character

The Mapex Black Panther Cherry Bomb Snare delivers explosive tone and classic warmth thanks to its cherry wood shell. Designed to blend a sharp rock ‘n’ roll edge with vintage sensibility, this 14" x 6" snare offers articulate attack, a focused midrange, and a deep, throaty punch that cuts cleanly through the mix—perfect for live performance and studio recording alike.

Built as part of the acclaimed Black Panther Design Lab series, the Cherry Bomb features Mapex’s Concept Hybrid design approach, incorporating modern performance innovations with traditional craftsmanship. The cherry wood shell produces a rich, warm resonance with a controlled decay—ideal for nuanced playing and fat backbeats.

It’s equipped with premium features including:

• Cherry wood shell – Offers warmth and vintage-style tonal complexity with enhanced projection
• 10-lug hoops – Ensure even tuning and strong shell-to-head contact for consistent response
• SoniClear bearing edges – Promote better head seating and a more musical pitch across tuning ranges
• Puresound snare wires – Deliver crisp, defined snare articulation with sensitivity at all dynamic levels
• Cylinder-drive strainer – Provides smooth throw-off action with a tactile, satisfying click
• Design Lab pedigree – Engineered to meet the tonal and performance needs of discerning drummers

Whether you’re playing soulful grooves or hard-hitting rock, the Cherry Bomb is a go-to snare for players seeking explosive energy wrapped in a warm, classic tone.