Mapex Black Panther Design Lab Maximus - 14 x 6 Mahogany Snare Drum

Mapex Maximus 14" x 6.5" Jeff Hamilton Signature Snare Overview

Jeff Hamilton has accompanied the greats of jazz for almost 50 years. The Mapex Maximus 14" x 6.5" Jeff Hamilton Signature Snare was designed in combination with the king of swing himself, to produce a snare that fits perfectly in any setting. A meticulously measured, deep and wide snare bed ensures tip top articulation in any style, while Mapex's SONIClear bearing edge technology makes tuning a breeze.

Mimicking the old-school sound of calf skin, but with modern reliability, the Mapex Maximus' Remo Fibreskyn Diplomat head has a tone to fit the bill, whether you're providing a full band's backbeat, or light brush-work in an intimate setting. Slip seamlessly through three different snare wire tensions with the ultra-smooth Trick Drums multi-step throw-off, while the in-line, locking lugs and gloss piano black finish complete an exquisite snare drum, with a subtle, classy look.

Trick Throw Off

Trick Percussion is renowned for its highly functional, innovative products and advanced manufacturing processes. The Jeff Hamilton Maximus' multi-position throw-off is no exception to this rule. The durable helical groove design and cam operated lever mechanism provide consistently smooth operation, giving you the flexibility of three different settings with a smooth, reliable action.

Sonic Saver Hoops

The Maximus features Mapex's ingenious Sonic Saver hoops. Originally created for Mapex's legendary Black Panther snare drums, Sonic Savers feature a unique shaping process which creates a larger surface area on the top of the hoop, bridging the gap between the triple-flanged and die-cast methods. This makes them ideal for raucous rim shots, while also being kinder to your sticks