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Mapex Armory acoustic drum kit

Mapex Armory

Intermediate birch/maple shell pack with the Tomahawk steel snare included.

Mapex Shell pack

The Mapex Armory is a standout intermediate shell-pack line because it combines 6-ply birch/maple hybrid shells, SONIClear bearing edges, sharp lacquer finishes, and the well-regarded Tomahawk steel snare in the box. It is one of the most complete upgrade paths for working drummers under roughly $1,300.

Recommended for

Intermediate gigging drummers Home studios Players upgrading from starter kits

Shells & sizes

Shell material, finish, and exact drum sizes (diameter x depth).

Configuration5-piece Rock or 6-piece Studioease shell pack with snare
Shell materialBirch/Maple
Plies / thickness6-ply, 7.2mm birch/maple hybrid
FinishOcean Sunset, Black Onyx Burst, Jade Stone Burst, Roasted Chestnut, Blue Wave Burst, Red Onyx Burst, Rainforest Burst, Night Sky Burst
Bass drum22 x 18 in, with 20 in variants
Snare14 x 5.5 in — Tomahawk steel snare
Rack tomsRack tom 1: 10 x 7 in
Rack tom 2: 12 x 8 in
Floor tomsFloor tom 1: 14 x 14 in on Studioease
Floor tom 2: 16 x 16 in
Hardware includedSONIClear suspension, SONIClear floor tom feet, TH678S tom mounts; stands/pedals sold separately
Cymbals includedNone
Drum headsRemo UT Coated batter heads
Made inChina / Taiwan

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Birch/maple hybrid shells balance punch and warmth
  • Tomahawk steel snare included
  • SONIClear bearing edges and suspension
  • Strong high-gloss finish options

Cons

  • Stands and cymbals sold separately
  • Stock heads may be upgraded for best resonance

Key specs

TypeIntermediate shell pack with snare
Shell materialBirch/maple hybrid
Bearing edgeSONIClear
Price verified$1,109-$1,249