Mapex Saturn VI acoustic drum kit

Mapex Saturn VI

Professional maple/walnut Saturn shell pack with SONIClear tuning and SAS legs.

Mapex Shell pack

The Mapex Saturn VI carries the Saturn maple/walnut hybrid voice into a pro shell-pack line with upgraded SAS floor tom legs, SONIClear suspension, Mapex Power Hoops, and Remo USA heads. It is a strong professional workhorse for players who want dark low-end growl, bright projection, and modern tuning stability under many boutique price points.

Recommended for

Touring drummers Studio players Advanced players seeking maple/walnut hybrid tone

Shells & sizes

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

Configuration4-piece Rock or 5-piece Studioease shell pack
Shell materialMaple/Walnut
Plies / thickness6-ply 5.1mm toms; 6-ply 7.5mm bass drum
FinishExotic Natural Burl, Cobalt Burst, Marine Teal Burst, Black Ink Burst, Sulphur Fade
Bass drum22 x 18 in, with 20 in variants
SnareNot included — None
Rack tomsRack tom 1: 10 x 7 in
Rack tom 2: 12 x 8 in
Floor tomsFloor tom 1: 14 x 12 in
Floor tom 2: 16 x 14 in
Hardware includedSAS Static 90-degree floor tom legs, SONIClear tom suspension, Mapex Power Hoops; stands/pedals sold separately
Cymbals includedNone
Drum headsRemo USA Emperor/Ambassador Clear and Powerstroke 3 kick
Made inChina / Taiwan

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Maple/walnut hybrid shells with dark low-end depth
  • SAS 90-degree floor tom legs
  • SONIClear bearing edges and suspension
  • Strong price for a professional shell pack

Cons

  • Snare and stands sold separately
  • Exotic finishes can raise the price

Key specs

TypeProfessional shell pack
Shell materialMaple/walnut hybrid
Bearing edgeSONIClear
Price verified$1,899-$2,399