{"product_id":"mapex-drums-bpcw3550cnw-concert-snare-drums","title":"Mapex Black Panther Design Lab 5.5 x 13 Inch Snare Drum - Cherry Bomb","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HbBEauan7zc?rel=0\u0026amp;status=ok\u0026amp;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" listtype=\"playlist\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Mapex Black Panther Design Lab 5.5 x 13 inch Snare Drum in Cherry Bomb Finish\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cherry Bomb 14\" and 13\" Snares are a re-imagined and optimized version of the original Cherry Bomb snare. The Design Lab Cherry Bomb is crafted with a medium-thick Cherrywood shell. The soft density of Cherry absorbs higher overtones, delivering a warm, focused tone and a punchy backbeat. It sounds and feels vintage but is built with modern precision, reliability and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe softer Cherry shell produces a pre-EQ'd sound with strong response in the 400-600 Hz range for strong low-end, but with a boost in the 5-7 kHz range to enhance attack, delivering a vintage tone for classic and alt-rock styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe SONIClear Bearing Edge is standard on all Black Panther Design Lab Shells and allows the drumhead to sit flatter and make better contact with the shell. The result is a clearer fundamental pitch, effortless and consistent tuning, and a significantly expanded tuning range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign Lab Snares feature Puresound Custom Series 16-Strand wires. The wires are medium-gauged evenly spaced standard coils, providing an even balance between snare response and shell sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Cylinder-Drive Strainer and Butt-End Adjuster use a self-lubricating bearing to ensure smooth operation. The adjustment dial employs \"micro-lock\" technology that provides precise control and prevents the snare wires from loosening during play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5.5\" x 13\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Material: 8-ply 9mm Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Air Vents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Satin SAS Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45° SONIClear™ Batter and Snare Side Bearing Edges (both with 3\/8\" Rounded Back-Cuts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.7mm Deep x 5.5\" Width Tapered Snare Beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonic Saver 10-Lug Hoops in Chrome Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuresound Custom Series 16-Strand Stainless Steel Coils with Copper End-Plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemo Ambassador X Batter \u0026amp; Remo Clear Ambassador Snare Side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Mapex Drums\u003cbr\u003eModel: BPCW3550CNW\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I450937-N-0-WHXC\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 841089105824\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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