{"product_id":"mapex-mapex-saturn-vi-studio-22-marine-teal-burst-426945","title":"MAPEX SATURN VI STUDIO 22\" Marine Teal Burst","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning Within the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Saturn series has established itself as a reference at Mapex for drummers seeking a contemporary, full, and controlled sound without sacrificing musicality. Its identity is based on the combination of two complementary woods, maple and walnut, a choice that has become emblematic of this range. The Saturn Studioease carries this DNA with a very practical approach to the shell pack, focused on the real needs of today's musicians: simple tuning, presence in the mix, and configuration versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin the Mapex lineup, this drum kit is positioned in the \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-end\u003c\/strong\u003e segment, above the more generalist series, with consistent manufacturing designed to withstand studio sessions, quick soundchecks, and stage changes. Its positioning makes it both a working tool and an expressive instrument, capable of meeting the demands of both stage drummers and studio drummers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum Kit Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Saturn Studioease is aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to professional\u003c\/strong\u003e drummers who want a serious kit capable of supporting technical and musical progression without becoming a limitation. Its dynamic response highlights both finger and stick playing techniques and remains clear even when the volume is pushed. It's a relevant choice for those seeking a versatile acoustic drum kit with a \"premium\" feel from the very first minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn terms of styles, it performs well in modern pop, rock, funk, fusion, gospel, and contemporary music where both impact and control are required. The 22 x 18 configuration provides the necessary foundation for dense grooves, while the two toms and two floor toms offer a complete mapping for fast fills, linear patterns, and very musical low-end runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of this Saturn Studioease lies in its hybrid \u003cstrong\u003emaple\/walnut\u003c\/strong\u003e shells, designed to combine roundness, definition, and authority in the low spectrum. This architecture helps the kit remain present in a busy mix while maintaining an organic feel under the sticks. The result is a responsive instrument that handles strong attacks without hardening and retains nuance when playing lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe choice to equip the kit with original \u003cstrong\u003eRemo heads\u003c\/strong\u003e supports quick setup: it provides a coherent sonic base, easy tuning, and enough reliability to handle rehearsals and initial recordings without needing immediate replacement. The included \u003cstrong\u003e2 TH800 mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitate the installation of the 10 and 12 toms with precise positioning, useful for quickly finding a stable ergonomics, especially when alternating between studio and live settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003echrome hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances the sense of solidity and durability. For the drummer, this translates into a drum kit that maintains its tuning reference points, withstands transport, and remains pleasant to handle during assembly and disassembly. The whole set clearly targets regular use, with a \"ready to play\" approach that secures performances as well as sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSonically, \u003cstrong\u003emaple\u003c\/strong\u003e brings immediate warmth, a nice openness, and musical sustain, highly appreciated for singing toms and natural ambience in recording. \u003cstrong\u003eWalnut\u003c\/strong\u003e densifies the low end and enhances attack precision, giving a clearer contour to strikes and a \"focus\" sensation that helps maintain clarity in amplified contexts. The hybridization of the two woods produces a very relevant balance: body, projection, but also control that avoids harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e22 x 18\u003c\/strong\u003e bass drum delivers deep and powerful lows, with a volume reserve perfectly suited to modern grooves, from pop backbeats to more muscular rock. It can be tuned to offer a round and enveloping kick or, conversely, a sharper attack depending on tuning and muffling choices. This flexibility is particularly useful in the studio, where the bass drum's imprint is often adapted to the track rather than imposing a single character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 toms offer a quick response, precise attack, and accessible tuning, with a homogeneous frequency rise that facilitates intervals. The 14 x 12 and 16 x 14 floor toms complete the kit with a broad low-end descent, generous note length, and good definition even at low volume. The \u003cstrong\u003eRemo\u003c\/strong\u003e heads contribute to this coherence by providing a consistent feel and an immediately usable sonic base, whether in a home studio or on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:1;--wb-r:4;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e22 x 18\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003emaple and walnut\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:2;--wb-r:5;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e10 x 7, 12 x 8\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e5 shells, 2 TH800 mounts\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:3;--wb-r:6;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloor toms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e14 x 12, 16 x 14\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003estands, pedals, snare drum, cymbals\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Mapex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54357275541779,"sku":"426945","price":2089.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/5bdcd4ab668bcdec56dc0a762d91bb2357c9af49_MAPEX_SR628XUZXT.jpg?v=1789348193","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/mapex-mapex-saturn-vi-studio-22-marine-teal-burst-426945","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}