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10 x 5.5 Deep Forest Cherry

10 x 5.5 Deep Forest Cherry

BPCW0550WN / BPCW0550 / CWS0550WN

Uncommon

Uncommon
Perfect for both live and studio use, Black Panther Cherry Snares feature a luxurious handrubbed finish. With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the series is distinctive in both its sound and its look. Over time, the color as well as the tone of the drum will grow swee...
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10 x 5.5 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

10 x 5.5 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

BPML0550CNL

Uncommon

Uncommon
First shown in the 2007 USA Black Panther catalogue where it replaced the "Traditional Maple" model (same shell, slightly different finish) in the international catalogue. Both versions continue in different catalogues until the range was retired in the range refresh in 2010.  Not...
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10 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

10 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

BPBR0551

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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10 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (Flat Black)

10 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (Flat Black)

ML0550FB (ML0550PK in 2000 Orion/Saturn Catalogue)

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning. This size of the flat-black ...
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10 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

10 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

ML0550TB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning. This size of the high-gloss ...
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12 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple

12 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple

BE2350FB (BE2350 in older catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Like its traditional maple counterpart, the Black Panther Birdseye Maple gives you a warm, rich tone and the versatility of a finely crafted thin maple shell. The birdseye maple outer ply is produced in a sleek flat black finish.
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12 x 3.5 Brass / Brass Master

12 x 3.5 Brass / Brass Master

BR2351

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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12 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple

12 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple

BE2550FB (BE2550 in older catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Like its traditional maple counterpart, the Black Panther Birdseye Maple gives you a warm, rich tone and the versatility of a finely crafted thin maple shell. The birdseye maple outer ply is produced in a sleek flat black finish. This model was part of the initial Black Panther range launch in 1...
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12 x 5.5 Brass / Brass Master

12 x 5.5 Brass / Brass Master

BR2551

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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12 x 5.5 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

12 x 5.5 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

ML2550 / ML2550FB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning. Bit of a rarity this model. ...
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12 x 7 Birdseye Maple

12 x 7 Birdseye Maple

BE2700FB (BE2700 in older catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Like its traditional maple counterpart, the Black Panther Birdseye Maple gives you a warm, rich tone and the versatility of a finely crafted thin maple shell. The birdseye maple outer ply is produced in a sleek flat black finish.
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12 x 7 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

12 x 7 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

ML2700

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning. Usually badged as the Maple ...
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13 x 3.5 Aluminium

13 x 3.5 Aluminium

AL3351

Uncommon

Uncommon
Mid range at any tuning is the predominant voice. The drum leans toward the similar darkness of brass but with a more subdued tonality. The mid and the low are virtually one. Exclusive to aluminum shells, the anodized black process creates a very deep sealant for shell protection, sound enhancem...
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13 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

13 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

BE3358D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Bird's Eye Maple". Photos ...
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13 x 3.5 Deep Forest Cherry

13 x 3.5 Deep Forest Cherry

BPCW3350WN (BPCW3350 in earlier catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Perfect for both live and studio use, Black Panther Cherry Snares feature a luxurious handrubbed finish. With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the series is distinctive in both its sound and its look. Over time, the color as well as the tone of the drum will grow swee...
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13 x 3.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

13 x 3.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

BPBR3351

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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13 x 3.5 Steel

13 x 3.5 Steel

BPST3351

Uncommon

Uncommon
The Black Panther Steel is our loudest metal shell, yet it yields a wide dynamic range for soft articulation. The magnificent brightness embedded in the tonal bands makes the Black Panther Steel Snare an incredibly versatile, high-performance instrument. This model seems to be pretty rare - cert...
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13 x 3.5 Steel / Steel Deluxe (Die Cast Hoops)

13 x 3.5 Steel / Steel Deluxe (Die Cast Hoops)

ST3351D

Uncommon

Uncommon
The Black Panther Steel is our loudest metal shell, yet it yields a wide dynamic range for soft articulation. The magnificent brightness embedded in the tonal bands makes the Black Panther Steel Snare an incredibly versatile, high-performance instrument. This is the original version of the Steel...
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13 x 3.5 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

13 x 3.5 Traditional Maple / Maple Deluxe (Flat Black)

ML3350D / ML3350DFB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning. Definitely one of the rarer ...
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13 x 3.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

13 x 3.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

ML3358D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Maple Deluxe".
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13 x 4.5 Birdseye Maple

13 x 4.5 Birdseye Maple

BE3450DFB (BE3450D in older catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Like its traditional maple counterpart, the Black Panther Birdseye Maple gives you a warm, rich tone and the versatility of a finely crafted thin maple shell. The birdseye maple outer ply is produced in a sleek flat black finish. Quite a rare model this one, I think primarily because it combines...
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13 x 5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

13 x 5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

ST3503D

Uncommon

Uncommon
Technically this is a Precious Metal series snare rather than badged Black Panther. But that series was rebranded as Black Panther Precious Metal a couple of years after this was shown in the 2002 catalogue, so we're giving it the benefit of the doubt.  If it looks like a Black Panther and ...
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13 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple

13 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple

BE3550DFB (BE3550D in older catalogues)

Uncommon

Uncommon
Like its traditional maple counterpart, the Black Panther Birdseye Maple gives you a warm, rich tone and the versatility of a finely crafted thin maple shell. The birdseye maple outer ply is produced in a sleek flat black finish.
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13 x 5.5 Natural Maple (Wax Natural)

13 x 5.5 Natural Maple (Wax Natural)

BPML3550CWN

Uncommon

Uncommon
This model was released in 2005 and only appears in the 2006 catalogue, after which it was replaced by a slightly deeper 13"x6" version for the 2007 International Black Panther catalogue, when the series was renamed "Traditional Maple". According to an article in Modern Drummer, this series was i...
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13 x 5.5 Phosphor Bronze

13 x 5.5 Phosphor Bronze

PB3553

Uncommon

Uncommon
Not an easy one to track down this as they weren't in the range for very long. There do appear to be a few floating around however if you're really lucky! The catalogues only ever show this model with Powerhoops, but I've seen a few examples over the years with Die Casts (as in Ben Nicolls' examp...
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13 x 5.5 Premium Brass

13 x 5.5 Premium Brass

BPBR3551A

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. I found this example shown in April 2022 on the South American selling site&...
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13 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Chrome)

13 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Chrome)

BPBR3551C

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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13 x 6 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

13 x 6 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

BPML3600BTB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The all-maple shell produces a distinctive woody sound embraced by drummers for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the maple shell will offer equal tones at any tuning. Rich and sexy, this panther is a perfect primary or secondary snare for any set-up... die cast hoops give you inc...
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13 x 6 Blonde Birdseye Maple

13 x 6 Blonde Birdseye Maple

BPBE3605XN

Uncommon

Uncommon
With an exterior ply of beautifully figured birdseye maple and a clear, high gloss finish, this may be one of the most gorgeous drums we’ve ever offered. But this blonde isn’t just about looks — she sounds great too. The all maple shell delivers crisp, high tone and the 2.3mm Mapex Powerhoops pro...
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13 x 6 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

13 x 6 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

BPCW3600NL

Uncommon

Uncommon
With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the Black Panther Cherry Series is distinctive in both its sound and its looks. The high-gloss natural finished drums are appointed with 24K Gold lugs and hoops for an extra touch of luxury. Despite this model being listed in the...
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13 x 6 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Wax Natural)

13 x 6 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Wax Natural)

BPCW3600WN

Uncommon

Uncommon
With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the Black Panther Cherry Series is distinctive in both its sound and its looks. The high-gloss natural finished drums are appointed with 24K Gold lugs and hoops for an extra touch of luxury. There are two versions of this shell i...
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13 x 6 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

13 x 6 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

BPML3600CNL

Uncommon

Uncommon
First shown in the 2007 USA Black Panther catalogue where it replaced the "Traditional Maple" model (same shell, slightly different finish) in the international catalogue. Both versions continue in different catalogues until the range was retired in the range refresh in 2010.  Not...
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13 x 6 Nomad (Will Calhoun signature snare)

13 x 6 Nomad (Will Calhoun signature snare)

BPBR3601LNM

Uncommon

Uncommon
The shell of the Nomad snare is made of 1.2mm thick brass, which really allows the snare to sing. The 45-degree bearing edge contributes to that sound, as it allows the drumhead to make optimal contact with the shell. With its 13-inch diameter, this snare has an open, bright character and a very ...
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13 x 6 Premium Cherry & Maple

13 x 6 Premium Cherry & Maple

Uncommon

Uncommon
Spotted on an old Reverb listing in Feb 2022, there's not a lot of history to go with this model yet. I assumed (as did the original owner) that it was a maple shell, but later research shows it to be the Cherry & Maple model. It's finished in what looks like Gloss Natural lacquer - at l...
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13 x 6 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

13 x 6 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

BPWT3600TBW

Uncommon

Uncommon
With its new high-gloss “Brown Sugar Burst” finish, the Black Panther Walnut Series is more beautiful than ever — and it still enjoys the same rich and saturating sonic advantages that it has always had.  This is the later Deep Forest Walnut series, with a thicker shell (8.5mm vs 5.mm), Die...
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13 x 6 Traditional Maple (Wax Natural)

13 x 6 Traditional Maple (Wax Natural)

BPML3600CWN

Uncommon

Uncommon
First shown in the 2007 International Black Panther catalogue, it was replaced by the "Natural Maple" model with the Gloss Natural finish in the 2007 USA Black Panther catalogue. Basically they are the same shell with a slightly different finish. Both versions continue in different cata...
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14 x 3.5 Aluminium

14 x 3.5 Aluminium

AL4351

Uncommon

Uncommon
Mid range at any tuning is the predominant voice. The drum leans toward the similar darkness of brass but with a more subdued tonality. The mid and the low are virtually one. Exclusive to aluminum shells, the anodized black process creates a very deep sealant for shell protection, sound enhancem...
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14 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 3.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

BE4358D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Bird's Eye Maple".
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14 x 3.5 Brass / Brass Master

14 x 3.5 Brass / Brass Master

BR4351D

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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14 x 3.5 Hammered Stainless Steel

14 x 3.5 Hammered Stainless Steel

BPST435H

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Steel Snares are famous for a razor sharp cut and explosive overtones. The hand hammered shell adds additional brightness and versatility to a shell that features incredible range. This particular size seems quite rare; certainly it took a long time to track down any photos of...
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14 x 3.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 3.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

ML4358D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Maple Deluxe" but of course...
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14 x 5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

14 x 5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

ST4503D

Uncommon

Uncommon
Technically this is a Precious Metal series snare rather than badged Black Panther. But that series was rebranded as Black Panther Precious Metal a couple of years after this was shown in the 2002 catalogue, so we're giving it the benefit of the doubt.  If it looks like a Black Panther and ...
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14 x 5 The Panther

14 x 5 The Panther

BPST450SLN

Uncommon

Uncommon
6KG of unadulterated honk. This thing is RARE. Discontinued soon after its release (due to being expensive and heavy) it only appears in the catalogues between 2010-2012. The ultimate Black Panther Snare Drum features a sensitive feel, big volume and a warmer sound than you would ever expect fro...
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14 x 5.5 Aluminium

14 x 5.5 Aluminium

AL4551

Uncommon

Uncommon
Mid range at any tuning is the predominant voice. The drum leans toward the similar darkness of brass but with a more subdued tonality. The mid and the low are virtually one. Exclusive to aluminum shells, the anodized black process creates a very deep sealant for shell protection, sound enha...
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14 x 5.5 Birch Deluxe

14 x 5.5 Birch Deluxe

BH4558

Uncommon

Uncommon
This material could be viewed as the natural equivalent to aluminum. It is fat and meaty at all tunings. The mid range is obvious but not dominant and can be heard dissolving into the low end. The shell is attack and bottom oriented. Different than aluminum, birch's dry characteristics have les...
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14 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 5.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

BE4558D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Bird's Eye Maple".
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14 x 5.5 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

14 x 5.5 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

BPML4550BTB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The all-maple shell produces a distinctive woody sound embraced by drummers for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the maple shell will offer equal tones at any tuning. Called "Black Lacquered Maple" in the 2007-2008 Catalogues, but "Traditional Maple" in the 2009 UK Catalogue. 
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14 x 5.5 Brass / Brass Master

14 x 5.5 Brass / Brass Master

BR4551D

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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14 x 5.5 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

14 x 5.5 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

BPCW4550NL

Uncommon

Uncommon
With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the Black Panther Cherry Series is distinctive in both its sound and its looks. The high-gloss natural finished drums are appointed with 24K Gold lugs and hoops for an extra touch of luxury. Despite this model being listed in the...
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14 x 5.5 Hammered Brass

14 x 5.5 Hammered Brass

BPBR455HB

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. This is essentially the same drum as the earlier version but with black hard...
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14 x 5.5 Hammered Brass (Gold Hardware)

14 x 5.5 Hammered Brass (Gold Hardware)

BPBR455H

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. This is essentially the same drum as the later version but with gold hardwar...
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14 x 5.5 Maple Deluxe - Flat Black (Black Hardware)

14 x 5.5 Maple Deluxe - Flat Black (Black Hardware)

Uncommon

Uncommon
This is clearly the shallower sibling of the 14" x 6.5" Maple Deluxe - Flat Black (Black Hardware) and just like that model I'm assuming it was produced to match an Orion kit. Alternatively, maybe it was an option on the standard range, and I just simply haven't found any details of it ...
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14 x 5.5 Maple Lilac Burst

14 x 5.5 Maple Lilac Burst

Uncommon

Uncommon
A very close sibling of Imperial Burst, Lilac Burst was the less popular option and therefore available for only a short time in the Mapex range. There's not a huge amount in it, especially in low light, but in brighter conditions you can see that Imperial Burst fades to red rather than...
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14 x 5.5 Premium Brass

14 x 5.5 Premium Brass

BPBR4551A

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. These are sometimes very difficult to distinguish from the very similar Phos...
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14 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

14 x 5.5 Premium Brass (Black Chrome)

BPBR4551

Uncommon

Uncommon
The deep, dark, rich tone of the Black Panther Brass Series produces distinct and crisp overtones at a high tuning while maintaining a dry and controlled response at the mid-range. At a low tuning, the Black Panther Brass Snare delivers the deep and driving punch that you feel as clearly as you h...
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14 x 5.5 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

14 x 5.5 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

BPWT4550TBW (BPWT4550TBW-B in 2009 UK Catalogue)

Uncommon

Uncommon
With its new high-gloss “Brown Sugar Burst” finish, the Black Panther Walnut Series is more beautiful than ever — and it still enjoys the same rich and saturating sonic advantages that it has always had.  This is the later Deep Forest Walnut series, with a thicker shell (8.5mm vs 5.mm), Die...
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14 x 5.5 Stainless Steel

14 x 5.5 Stainless Steel

BPST4551A

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Steel Snares are famous for a razor sharp cut and explosive overtones. Mapex 2.3mm Powerhoops provide superior sensitivity and remarkable articulation. In 2007, this and its deeper 6.5" brother replaced the venerable steel "banded" shells that had been in the Black Panther range in ...
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14 x 5.5 Steel

14 x 5.5 Steel

BPST4551

Uncommon

Uncommon
The Black Panther Steel is our loudest metal shell, yet it yields a wide dynamic range for soft articulation. The magnificent brightness embedded in the tonal bands makes the Black Panther Steel Snare an incredibly versatile, high-performance instrument. Surprisingly difficult to track down thes...
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14 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

14 x 5.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

BPML4550TB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The ultra-thin shell of the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare series produces a reliable, earthy response that’s been embraced by players for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the Black Panther Traditional Maple Snare delivers equal tone at any tuning.
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14 x 5.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 5.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

ML4558D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  Like all the Maple Black Panthers at the time,...
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14 x 5.5 Yellow Zebrawood

14 x 5.5 Yellow Zebrawood

ML4550ZBSE

Uncommon

Uncommon
Although this one looks like a variation on the Thomann special edition Zebrawood, this is a "standard" Mapex snare; it appears in the 2008 Mapex Brazil Catalogue.  In any event, nice looking snare and quite rare in this finish. 
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14 x 6.5 Aluminium

14 x 6.5 Aluminium

AL4651

Uncommon

Uncommon
Mid range at any tuning is the predominant voice. The drum leans toward the similar darkness of brass but with a more subdued tonality. The mid and the low are virtually one. Exclusive to aluminum shells, the anodized black process creates a very deep sealant for shell protection, sound enha...
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14 x 6.5 Birch Deluxe

14 x 6.5 Birch Deluxe

BH4658

Uncommon

Uncommon
This material could be viewed as the natural equivalent to aluminum. It is fat and meaty at all tunings. The mid range is obvious but not dominant and can be heard dissolving into the low end. The shell is attack and bottom oriented. Different than aluminum, birch's dry characteristics have les...
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14 x 6.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 6.5 Birdseye Maple (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

BE4658D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Bird's Eye Maple".
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14 x 6.5 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

14 x 6.5 Black Lacquered Maple / Traditional Maple

BPML4650BTB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The all-maple shell produces a distinctive woody sound embraced by drummers for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the maple shell will offer equal tones at any tuning. Called "Black Lacquered Maple" in the 2007-2008 Catalogues, but "Traditional Maple" in the 2009 UK Catalogue, this is...
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14 x 6.5 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

14 x 6.5 Deep Forest Cherry / Cherry (Gloss Natural)

BPCW4650NL

Uncommon

Uncommon
With tone that’s slightly sweeter and more full-bodied than maple, the Black Panther Cherry Series is distinctive in both its sound and its looks. The high-gloss natural finished drums are appointed with 24K Gold lugs and hoops for an extra touch of luxury. Despite this model being listed in the...
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14 x 6.5 Deep Forest Walnut (Chrome Hardware)

14 x 6.5 Deep Forest Walnut (Chrome Hardware)

BPWT4650CWN

Uncommon

Uncommon
This is a slightly strange one. It was released in 2005 and only appears in the 2006 catalogue, listed with the Deep Forest Walnut Series. However, there already was a 14" x 6.5" in that series, albeit with the same black chrome hardware as the other models. I originally thought that this one di...
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14 x 6.5 Hammered Brass

14 x 6.5 Hammered Brass

BPBR465HB

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. This is essentially the same drum as the earlier version but with black hard...
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14 x 6.5 Hammered Brass (Gold Hardware)

14 x 6.5 Hammered Brass (Gold Hardware)

BPBR465H

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Brass Snares are built using 1.2mm pure brass for a tone that’s slightly more delicate than steel. High end tones are faithfully produced with precise sensitivity and plenty of power when you need it most. This is essentially the same drum as the later version but with gold hardwar...
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14 x 6.5 Maple Deluxe - Flat Black (Black Hardware)

14 x 6.5 Maple Deluxe - Flat Black (Black Hardware)

Uncommon

Uncommon
You might well ask why this is listed on its own, rather than just being included with the standard 14"x6.5" Maple Deluxe / Traditional Maple, given that the standard range is also Flat Black. And that's a perfectly valid question. Here's why: this one happens to have all-black hardware. B...
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14 x 6.5 Natural / Traditional Maple (Wax Natural)

14 x 6.5 Natural / Traditional Maple (Wax Natural)

BPML4650CWN

Uncommon

Uncommon
Released in 2005 and originally called "Natural Maple", this series was renamed "Traditional Maple" in the 2007 USA catalogue, and then replaced with the Gloss Natural finish version (same shell, slightly different finish) in the international catalogue. Both versions continue in different c...
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14 x 6.5 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

14 x 6.5 Natural Maple (Gloss Natural)

BPML4650CNL

Uncommon

Uncommon
First shown in the 2007 USA Black Panther catalogue where it replaced the "Traditional Maple" model shown in the 2007 International Black Panther catalogue. Basically they are the same shell with a slightly different finish.  Note: Confusingly, this is not the same model as the "N...
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14 x 6.5 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

14 x 6.5 Premium Walnut / Deep Forest Walnut

BPWT4650TBW (BPWT4650TBW-B in 2009 UK Catalogue)

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Uncommon
With its new high-gloss “Brown Sugar Burst” finish, the Black Panther Walnut Series is more beautiful than ever — and it still enjoys the same rich and saturating sonic advantages that it has always had.  This is the later Deep Forest Walnut series, with a thicker shell (8.5mm vs 5.mm), Die...
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14 x 6.5 Stainless Steel

14 x 6.5 Stainless Steel

BPST4651A

Uncommon

Uncommon
Black Panther Steel Snares are famous for a razor sharp cut and explosive overtones. Mapex 2.3mm Powerhoops provide superior sensitivity and remarkable articulation. In 2007, this and its shallower 5.5" brother replaced the venerable steel "banded" shells that had been in the Black Pant...
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14 x 6.5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

14 x 6.5 Stainless Steel (Precious Metal)

ST4653D

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Uncommon
Technically this is a Precious Metal series snare rather than badged Black Panther. But that series was rebranded as Black Panther Precious Metal a couple of years after this was shown in the 2002 catalogue, so we're giving it the benefit of the doubt.  If it looks like a Black Panther and ...
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14 x 6.5 Steel

14 x 6.5 Steel

BPST4651

Uncommon

Uncommon
The Black Panther Steel is our loudest metal shell, yet it yields a wide dynamic range for soft articulation. The magnificent brightness embedded in the tonal bands makes the Black Panther Steel Snare an incredibly versatile, high-performance instrument. The model wasn't around very long - ...
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14 x 6.5 The Sledgehammer

14 x 6.5 The Sledgehammer

BPBR465HZN

Uncommon

Uncommon
Some jobs call for heavy duty equipment. This drum bludgeons its way through the din with extreme volume and a distinct rounded tone. According to Mapex themselves, this is the spiritual successor to the Limited Edition 14 x 5.5 Limited Edition Bronzed Hammered Brass. Neither are easy to get hol...
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14 x 6.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

14 x 6.5 Traditional Maple (High Gloss Black)

BPML4650TB

Uncommon

Uncommon
The all-maple shell produces a distinctive woody sound embraced by drummers for generations. No matter what size you prefer, the maple shell will offer equal tones at any tuning. Photos courtesy of Graham Russell Drums.
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14 x 6.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 6.5 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

ML4658D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  Like all early Black Panthers they are badged ...
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14 x 8 The Big Cat

14 x 8 The Big Cat

MPMW4800CNL

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Uncommon
This 8" deep behemoth, aptly named the "Big Cat", was released into the wild in 2009 at NAMM. It's a walnut and maple shell, like the Saturn Series at the time, and other snares like the slimmer and UK only Memphis.  From the press release "At 2009 Summer NAMM, Mapex USA will introduce a n...
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14 x 8 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

14 x 8 Traditional Maple Deluxe (8mm Shell, Chrome Hardware)

ML4808D

Uncommon

Uncommon
These 8mm Maple, chrome die-cast hoop snares only seem to be listed in the 1997 Black Panther Catalogue, at a time where Mapex seemed to be making a drum out of every material going and in every size imaginable - there's over 40 snares listed!  They're badged as "Maple Deluxe". This looks ...
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