Introduced in 2009, the Mapex Meridian Maple ushered in a new level of quality and functionality in mid-level, all maple drum sets. With a completely new lug and redesigned lightweight Isolated Tom Mounting System, the Meridian Series features bright and resonant all maple shells in a wide selection of lacquered and covered finishes. Additionally, the unique Mapex off-the-shell design and single-point-of-contact lugs distribute tension evenly across the shell for even better resonance and sustain.
Configuration:
5 Piece - (22 x 20 bass drum no Mount, 12x9 tom, 14 x 14 & 16x16 floor toms, 14x6 snare, floor tom legs (x6), TH684 (x2), AC910 (x2)
5-piece shell packs are available in CY, GA, NL, PB and SV finishes only.
Features include:
7-ply all maple, 5.8mm toms and snares, 7.2mm bass drum
Newly engineered Isolated Tom Mount System (ITSTM)
Newly designed cushioned lug with smaller footprint for lower overall mass
2.3mm Mapex Powerhoops
Spring-loaded floor tom legs
Eight coat, hand-sanded, high gloss lacquer finish
Redesigned Bass drum tom mount and holder with built-in adapter for optional boom arm
Low-profile, recessed bass drum claws with cushioning gasket