The Black Panther thread! For all BP snare fans and owners....

[radeq]

Hey guys, I had an idea to make a black panther thread for all the black panther owners, and fans...Post here your pictures of you "kitties" and sounds also...

so this one is mine

and the sound will be in da while!

God bless and don't forgett to go out sometimes with these pets :)

[fusionpacific]

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j81/number41of36/blackpanther.jpg



check the stamp on the inside of your BP. what number do you have? this maple 7x12 is simply fantastic. good to see people catching on to these things. i have had mine since december 2005. ill try and get a few clips up at some point.

[AvengedDrummer]

I could see this becoming a rather drool-worthy thread.

[Signals]

Here's my Black Panther -- just got it a few weeks ago:

[fusionpacific]

OMG thats a nice snare. whats the number on the stamp. (see inside of drum)

[parser]

Here's mine - 14X6.5 hammered phosphor bronze. I love it!

[AvengedDrummer]

^^ ^^ Oh my, I think I just fainted.

[Signals]

OMG thats a nice snare. whats the number on the stamp. (see inside of drum)

I'm not certain what the number means, but I took a peek through the reso, and it appears as if the number is '5/11' or '05/11.'

[parser]

I'm not certain what the number means, but I took a peek through the reso, and it appears as if the number is '5/11' or '05/11.'
the sticker on the inside is the production date - November of 2005 is what yours means (I'm pretty sure). Mine says 06/03 (march 2006). The metal plate on the outside of the shell is stamped with a serial number - mine says S00477, I believe that's it's sequential number of production and there were 476 made before mine. Sounds right but I could be wrong.

[fusionpacific]

05/12 is what mine says. very cool. a little confused seeing how mine was written upside down. but that makes sense. all these great BP's makes my maple look like the ugly brother.

[Signals]

the sticker on the inside is the production date - November of 2005 is what yours means (I'm pretty sure). Mine says 06/03 (march 2006). The metal plate on the outside of the shell is stamped with a serial number - mine says S00477, I believe that's it's sequential number of production and there were 476 made before mine. Sounds right but I could be wrong.


Ok...just checked mine and it says '00927.'

[radeq]

^^ ^^ Oh my, I think I just fainted.

whatever..................

[pimp_my_RIDE]

I want to hear sound clips of them, could someone post one. I'm in the market for a new snare and these are pretty cool from what I heard people say about them.

[NYdrummerdude]

I want to hear sound clips of them, could someone post one. I'm in the market for a new snare and these are pretty cool from what I heard people say about them.

same here, i have became very interested in these snares considering alot of people have them here and seem to be satisfied.

[Stu_Strib]

Sound files anyone? That looks like a sweet snare (especially the one with die-cast rims).

[radeq]

check out me playing, it is in the studio, and the panther is maple 5,5x14 with golden hoops and the set with which I recorded...I will soon post sound of my own - the bronze one

[Stu_Strib]

check out me playing, it is in the studio, and the panther is maple 5,5x14 with golden hoops...I will soon post sound of my own - the bronze one

Hurry up! I'm not sure which one to buy until I hear your bronze one ;-)

$349 isn't bad. I really like the Craviotto maple snare but it is $499, so I'm thinking the $150 could be spend on other stuff.

[fijjibo]

i think that the black panther black steel piccolo is the ultimate snare!!!
no kidding!!!

[parser]

Sound files anyone? That looks like a sweet snare (especially the one with die-cast rims).

I know you're talking about a different Panther than I have, but I'll get some sound files up at some point (hammered bronze 6.5x14). I was hoping mine came with die-cast because I've never played that kind of rim. Is it just more solid, or does it affect the sound (fuller more powerful rimshot)?

[Signals]

I know you're talking about a different Panther than I have, but I'll get some sound files up today at some point (hammered bronze 6.5x14). I was hoping mine came with die-cast because I've never played that kind of rim. Is it just more solid, or does it affect the sound (fuller more powerful rimshot)?


Mine is the Hammered Steel posted above -- it has die-cast rims. I too, have never played these rims before, but now I can tell you this; the drum definitely sounds more solid and the rimshots are much more powerful. All this for the unbelieveable price of $230! Gotta love those Black Panthers!

[parser]

Mine is the Hammered Steel posted above -- it has die-cast rims. I too, have never played these rims before, but now I can tell you this; the drum definitely sounds more solid and the rimshots are much more powerful. All this for the unbelieveable price of $230! Gotta love those Black Panthers!
I'd love to try the maple and gold die-cas rim one too. I just played my first gig with mine in Seattle on Saturday night, and the snare was outstanding. Nice and loud, but not overbearing. After we played, 3 random drummers came up just to check out the snare. I'm very pleased and can see me wanting another one.

[arin]

A couple of years ago, I was totally blown away with the sound of these Black Panthers . So I decided to buy one. Here it is...
6110

[DrumProgressive]

Everthimr i see this thread i want one soo badly. Cant wait for the sound files.

[parser]

Finally, I got a chance to record some sounds. Here's the hammered bronze snare with a coated G2 on top, hazy 300 on bottom, and a 42-strand wire. This was supposed to be about the snare, but I started having fun. I sometimes put a little moon-gel type thing on, but I left it clean to hear the drum better. I also mic'd the shell. The recording sounds more like this looks-

[Stu_Strib]

That's a good sounding snare, Parser. I love the metallic overtones from the shell. It isn't the sound I'm looking for, though, so I guess it is back to the Maple with the gold hardware, as in Radeq's recordings.

[parser]

That's a good sounding snare, Parser. I love the metallic overtones from the shell. It isn't the sound I'm looking for, though, so I guess it is back to the Maple with the gold hardware, as in Radeq's recordings.

Thanks Stu! The guys I play with play pretty loud, so I like the punch. I'd really like the maple one yer talking about though.

[d.c.drummer]

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j81/number41of36/blackpanther.jpg



check the stamp on the inside of your BP. what number do you have? this maple 7x12 is simply fantastic. good to see people catching on to these things. i have had mine since december 2005. ill try and get a few clips up at some point.

That snare is the sexiest thing since Jessica Simpson in daisy dukes. Wowsers!

[fusionpacific]

That snare is the sexiest thing since Jessica Simpson in daisy dukes. Wowsers!

nice. it has a nice pink tint to it. ( the drum ) and yes sexy is a good word. thanks!

[val]

Here it is : my black panther full Walnut in 14*6.5 with black chrome hardwear :

http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/6493/dscn07268ue.jpg

[G-MaN91]

Here's mine, birdseye maple 14x5. No sound files, but this drum sounds marvelous! very versatile...

[Drummerboy3940]

I am wondering if anyone has tried the cherry BP? How does it sound compared to the maple BP?

And Radeq, I am getting that black and gold snare.

[G-MaN91]

I am wondering if anyone has tried the cherry BP? How does it sound compared to the maple BP?

And Radeq, I am getting that black and gold snare.

I played the Black Panther Cherry snare back in November when I bought the one I have now. I remember it having a very nice, solid, and loud (but not too loud) rimshot. It was a beautiful drum as all BPs are, my second favorite to the birdseye maple.

[radeq]

I am wondering if anyone has tried the cherry BP? How does it sound compared to the maple BP?

And Radeq, I am getting that black and gold snare.

you will love it! :) and then post the pictures ;)

[TopCat]

Here it is : my black panther full Walnut in 14*6.5 with black chrome hardwear :

http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/6493/dscn07268ue.jpg
How's the sound of that? Looks awesome.

[radeq]

to val - your record on myspace.com is already with the black panther?

[Raymond Bloom]

Has someone got the deep Forest cherry one? That one looks amazing!!!
(not mine in the pic)

[radeq]

it looks greeeeeeeaat :)

[Fuse]

Black Panther 13" Steel Snare

Unfortunately I don't have a picture with just my beloved snare on it, but I think one can see what it looks like ^^

http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=3219&stc=1&d=1138801760

and this is what it sounds (http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=3202&d=1138723324) like

again, sorry I don't have a "only snare" recording, but I used it for our demo recording so you know what it sounds like

[radeq]

Im getting and idea what could it sound like, but in the music losts the sound of the picollo

[Fuse]

hmm true, but as I said before I don't have a proper drums-only recording with this snare... as sad as it is, but I still think the sound of the snare in this song is great ^^

[val]

How's the sound of that? Looks awesome.


Hm its very very different from metal snares or even maple snares, it has "lots" of low frequencies and delivers saturated, warm, rich sound. A nice unique snare ;)

to val - your record on myspace.com is already with the black panther?


Euh i dont have any recordings on myspace, only small, low quality videos on our band website (www.lamaalilac.be).

[cdawg_2010]

i love lookin at all of these snares! i want to get one but i want to hear some before

[radeq]

i love lookin at all of these snares! i want to get one but i want to hear some before

which one? my friend took my snare to the recording studio so in a week, two, I will have sound of the bronze snare

[dethchamber999]

I am looking at getting between Deep Forest walnut, Deep forest cherry, or birdseye maple. Any suggestions,, I want a nice thick, fat, saturated tone. Anyone??

[On The Real]

Just ordered my Premium 14x5.5" Birdseye Maple.
Im stoaked.

[val]

I am looking at getting between Deep Forest walnut, Deep forest cherry, or birdseye maple. Any suggestions,, I want a nice thick, fat, saturated tone. Anyone??

14*6.5 Walnut all the way :)

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

As i promised .... pictures of my BLACK PANTHER 14 by 6.5.
agian the pictures were taken with my cell phone, so the quality is not soooooo......

[radeq]

As i promised .... pictures of my BLACK PANTHER 14 by 6.5.
agian the pictures were taken with my cell phone, so the quality is not soooooo......

thank you buddy, I apreciate it :) it looks very good

[radeq]

hey radeq
it would be great if will go to my drum solo on " your playing " and say what you think of it ...
thank you
eyal

ok, I'll share with you my opinion about your playin and then please listen to my band also

bey

[martijn_2m]

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/8041/2msnarexa6.th.jpg (http://img132.imageshack.us/my.php?image=2msnarexa6.jpg)

My BirdsEye Maple 14*6,5 in action (ok, and myself too). To hear how it sounds, check out some of the songs on http://www.bluntaxeorchestra.com/?aktie=music. Those recordings were made with that snare, and a Remo powerstroke 3 Rennaisance head on top and the factory resonant head on the bottom. (the kit in the recordings is not the kit in the picture).

Greetings,
MM

[On The Real]

Hey guys, when i get my new Birdseye maple 5.5x14, am i looking to keep the factory heads on there? or should i replace them? and with what?
-Thanks

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

Hey guys, when i get my new Birdseye maple 5.5x14, am i looking to keep the factory heads on there? or should i replace them? and with what?
-Thanks

Replace them with remo coated ambassador on top and clear ambassador ( snare ) on bottom.
good luck with that snare - black panther snares are great .
take care

[radeq]

Hey guys, when i get my new Birdseye maple 5.5x14, am i looking to keep the factory heads on there? or should i replace them? and with what?
-Thanks

My friend kept the factory heads - actually they are made by remo, and they are the same, what remo coated ambassador - it is just + the black panther logo

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

My friend kept the factory heads - actually they are made by remo, and they are the same, what remo coated ambassador - it is just + the black panther logo
they are not the same heads , first of all the made in china , second - try and touch remo ambassador made by remo u s a , and touch the heads that come with the snare... you will feel difference.... and the sound too.

[radeq]

they are not the same heads , first of all the made in china , second - try and touch remo ambassador made by remo u s a , and touch the heads that come with the snare... you will feel difference.... and the sound too.

ok thanks buddy, I'll try that....I didnt take a closer look at it, cause it sounded good also with the stock heads

[Mista Bob]

Thought I'd post pics of my BP here..
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/Snare.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/Snare1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/Snare2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/DSC01629.jpg
Its the 14x6.5" BP Steel snare.

[Drumlover39]

Heres my steel hammered bp

[moojii]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-PANTHER-14-X-6-5-SNARE-DRUM_W0QQitemZ170001048251QQihZ007QQcategoryZ38095 QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

is this a proper black panther??
seems cheap?
a good buy??

[radeq]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-PANTHER-14-X-6-5-SNARE-DRUM_W0QQitemZ170001048251QQihZ007QQcategoryZ38095 QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

is this a proper black panther??
seems cheap?
a good buy??

the one on the picture DOESNT LOOK LIKE 6.5 depth..thats my opinion....but it is worth the money :)

[andyheadline]

check out my black panther birds-eye maple in the recordings here:

www.myspace.com/theheadlinesuk (http://www.myspace.com/theheadlinesuk)

[Lightbulb Sun]

My 6.5X14'' steel BP I got last weekend :)

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b35/Kelsey_the_drummer/Drums/bpsnare.jpg

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b35/Kelsey_the_drummer/Drums/bp-kit2.jpg

[radeq]

hey guys, all of you who have black panthers and still stock heads - remo ambassador - replace them with regular remo coated ambassador - they are really better than the stock heads, the quality is better, as the yamaha drummer said - you will feel the difference when you touch it

thanks YD

[Afrolicious]

This one looks like a great deal.
http://www.musik-schmidt.de/osc-schmidt/catalog/images/BPCM2705XN.jpg
I love the looks and it might be perfect as a secondary snare but I wouldn't buy anything I haven't played myself so this is a hard one.

[XeroX]

Isn't that the one that comes with Pro M kits now? I'm getting a Pro M with the free 13x7 black panther :) cant wait... I know its not the best BP snare in the world, but its still sexy :D

[On The Real]

Although i'm scared of panthers, here is my birdseye maple, just came today.

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k182/Rwydeven/BlackPanther.jpg

[MapleCustom2B]

Love to see all these great snares...
What are the prices some of you are paying on your various BP snares?
Can anyone chart a quick tonal reference of all the BP variations?

TwoBee

[radeq]

Love to see all these great snares...
What are the prices some of you are paying on your various BP snares?
Can anyone chart a quick tonal reference of all the BP variations?

TwoBee

hi, I can tell you that all the best prices are here - www.midwestpercussion.com

and I can compare only three of them, cause I tryied two maple - and one bronze all of them 5,5 x14
first was the black finish maple drum with golden lugs and hoops - sounds very similar, like the birdseye maple
and what I have is bronze
mostly you here difference between these drums, when you hit the rimshot, maple sound more open, there is more air in the sound, and bronze is more concentrated, and it has a bigger punch, 'cause of the metal...but when you play ghost notes, on the bronze, it sounds, like you would play wooden snare....thats it :)
I will try to post sounds of both of the panthers - the birdseye maple my friend has, and the bronze one I have

take care

[nothing]

Here's my BP
12"x7" (5.8mm Maple & Cherry)

http://usera.imagecave.com/Inaki/Photo722.jpg

http://usera.imagecave.com/Inaki/Photo69.jpg

Sorry, i haven't got better pictures, i didn't find my digicam :P

[Akumz Razor]

I got my 14x6.5 Traditional Maple earlier this week and it's amazing! I barely even needed to tune the thing. I gave each of the lugs a half turn right out of the box and it sounds amazing! I can't wait to hear how good it'll sound once I get some better heads on this sucker and give it a proper tune up.

Pictures coming soon.

[radeq]

I got my 14x6.5 Traditional Maple earlier this week and it's amazing! I barely even needed to tune the thing. I gave each of the lugs a half turn right out of the box and it sounds amazing! I can't wait to hear how good it'll sound once I get some better heads on this sucker and give it a proper tune up.

Pictures coming soon.

and where is the picture? :)

[crumbdrums]

Alright folks...lately I've posted a few threads concerning snares because when I get my new one I want to be 1000% satisfied with my decision and enjoy its sound above any other. Now, I have my favorites from most of the big guys (If your interested, Black Beuaty from Ludwig, Plain ole' Copper from Yamaha, Copeland Sig from Tama, Chad Smith Sig from Pearl) but the one snare I have heard absolutely glowing reviews about are Black Panthers. I certainly would have tried them but my local drum shop has none. Would all you Black Panther folks tell me what I need to know. Also, do your local shops stock them, or did you buy them without hearing first? Thanks

[n2xlr8n]

I own the BP 13x3.5 in Birdseye Maple.

It's my favorite snare.

S.

[MagnZ]

Hey all bp fans.
Im going to buy a Black Panther snare , but I dont know wich one. I`m tripping between a Premium Brass 14x5 1/2 and a hammerd steel 14x6,5.
I like both brass and steel, but I wont get to try any of these drums before I buy them:(. None of drumshops in Oslo have them out for display or at the wearhouse. So I was wondering if any of you have tried any of these drums? wanna give a quick review??
Thanks Alot..
Magnus

[Audun_D]

Hey all bp fans.
Im going to buy a Black Panther snare , but I dont know wich one. I`m tripping between a Premium Brass 14x5 1/2 and a hammerd steel 14x6,5.
I like both brass and steel, but I wont get to try any of these drums before I buy them:(. None of drumshops in Oslo have them out for display or at the wearhouse. So I was wondering if any of you have tried any of these drums? wanna give a quick review??
Thanks Alot..
Magnus

Hello fellow norwegian! I've only tried one black panther snare and it was some wood thingy (5,5) wich actually sounded really good. But if you want a snare you could use for lots of different genres I would say go for the brass one. brass is more versitile then steel. But does none of the drumshops in Oslo got em?? That was very wierd, cause here in Bergen we got lots of em on display. But Bergen got Norways biggest drum shop so mabye thats why. Anyway, hope you find one!

[MagnZ]

Hei.. nope they dont have any of the models I want. They`ve had some other models wich also sounded good, but that's all.
Is it Pro Perc you are talking about? I`ve seen some pictures of the shop an it look`s awsome.
I think they might display it on kick music. They are opening a new store in Trondheims veien and its going to be alot bigger.:)

[Audun_D]

Hei.. nope they dont have any of the models I want. They`ve had some other models wich also sounded good, but that's all.
Is it Pro Perc you are talking about? I`ve seen some pictures of the shop an it look`s awsome.
I think they might display it on kick music. They are opening a new store in Trondheims veien and its going to be alot bigger.:)

Yes, it's Pro Perc I'm thinkin about, but is there going to be a bigger one??? :-O Halo crap, thats goatta be huuuuuuge....

[Akumz Razor]

and where is the picture? :)

Yo

http://pilotproductions.us/akumzrazor/drums/bp_snare1.jpg

[MagnZ]

Yes, it's Pro Perc I'm thinkin about, but is there going to be a bigger one??? :-O Halo crap, thats goatta be huuuuuuge.... hehe I dont know if its gonna be bigger then properc, but its going to be alot bigger then the old Kick Music store. Wich was quit big if you ask me:P

[radeq]

Yo

http://pilotproductions.us/akumzrazor/drums/bp_snare1.jpg

noooooooooooooow Im satisfied :) thangz, the snare is awesome! congratulations :)

[Synthetik]

What a terrific bunch of snares! I have to say that my specific favorites have to be the hammered phosphor bronze, Cherry and Walnut. Mapex did such a good job at making those unique.

[parksung]

ok, what's the SOUND difference between the 5mm Traditional Maple 5.5x14 and the 6mm Birdseye Maple 5.5x14....

[princeofashes]

Is anyone familiar with the BP snare that is included when you purchase a Mapex Pro M series kit?

How does it size up to the rest of the Black Panther line? I couldn't imagine it being on the same level as the other snare at that price.

[Hasselhoff]

Heres my steel hammered bp

Hey Dude, Congrats on a beautiful snare. I am going to play the hammered steel and the hammered brass i can't wait. Has anyone played both of these snares and if so what are the main comparisons.

[graham2493]

Here's my 14X5.5 smooth brass shell with "bling bling" gold hardware... I've had it for about 3 yrs now & I haven't seen one like it in any shops any more. Do Mapex call it a "premium brass" snare now???

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n16/stevengilroy/034.jpg

Sound file to follow...

IMO this is the best value for money snare I've ever used...

[Synthetik]

Here's my 14X5.5 smooth brass shell with "bling bling" gold hardware... I've had it for about 3 yrs now & I haven't seen one like it in any shops any more. Do Mapex call it a "premium brass" snare now???

[/IMG]

Sound file to follow...

IMO this is the best value for money snare I've ever used...

How about more info on that nice looking Yammie kit?

[graham2493]

How about more info on that nice looking Yammie kit?

Aah, it's nothing flash! Just a Yamaha Stage Custom. Matt natural wood finish. Bought the kit on the strength of the 22"X18" bass drum sound. Sounds absolutely awesome with an EMAD2 Batter side. The front head (just visible on the photo) is an old Superkick2 off the batter side (hated it!) that I totally cut away leaving only the 2 inches or so of skin and felt (something for the front hoop to clamp onto). Punchy as HELL!!!

Anyway, back to the thread... Here's some more pics of the snare (and kit) from the back...

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n1/graham2493/DSC01002.jpg

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n1/graham2493/05042006004-001.jpg

Sorry for the poor pic quality!

[graham2493]

Here's a short video of a gig we did recently with an AC/DC tribute (Powerage!!!)

Their drummer used my kit for the night and this video is taken with my camera phone from the wings. The sound of the snare is very close to what I was hearing in the wings with maybe a hint of what was being heard out front... Let me know what you think!

http://s108.photobucket.com/albums/n1/graham2493/?action=view&current=NewcastleOperaHouse22-09-06.flv

EDIT:

Here's a better close up of the drum taken tonight...

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n1/graham2493/09102006137.jpg

[radeq]

Hey buddy :) but originaly that kind of snare doesn;t go with gold rims, does it? :) anyway beautifull snare ;)

[drumer3914]

Have all good things to say about my Natural maple 12x6.5 I have a remo cs on top and I have got the snare sound that I have always wanted crisp and fat, KILLER!!!!

[graham2493]

Hey buddy :) but originaly that kind of snare doesn;t go with gold rims, does it? :) anyway beautifull snare ;)

Yes, I bought it from the shop like this...

[Hasselhoff]

I officially became a black panther owner recently and i could not be happier with my new hand hammered bronze 14 by 5.5. I put a Remo Powerstroke 4 on the batter side and having that focused sound is awesome. I'll have pictures up as soon as i fugure how to do it.

[radeq]

What's the biggest lie told to a drummer?

Hang on a minute and I'll help you with your gear. ----- this is coool man!!

[Nile06]

My friend has one of these and it looked as if the birdseye maple version has no snare bed at all. Is this true?

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

From some reason my pictures doesn't show up.... so here they are .8381

8382

[Paul_Klein]

Well, I think I've decided what my new snare is going to be. 14x6.5 Maple... possibly Deep Forest Walnut.

Could anyone tell me the fundamental difference between Maple and Walnut would be?

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

Well, I think I've decided what my new snare is going to be. 14x6.5 Maple... possibly Deep Forest Walnut.

Could anyone tell me the fundamental difference between Maple and Walnut would be?
i think that the Walnut is just the outer plie... my be i have a mistake on that one.... but i think it's just for making the snare looks beautiful, or its made by 100% Walnut , i never played a Walnut snare , so i don't realy know the difference between them...
take care .

[philiprst]

I really love the Black Panther Babylonian that Mapex released a year or so ago. I saw a couple in the UK but I have never seen one in the US. I am still searching so if anyone has a line on one, new or used, I would be very grateful if you could let me know.

[radeq]

I really love the Black Panther Babylonian that Mapex released a year or so ago. I saw a couple in the UK but I have never seen one in the US. I am still searching so if anyone has a line on one, new or used, I would be very grateful if you could let me know.


yeah, I have one of those, as my wallpaper :) cause its just beautifull ! :) I would also be happy if someone would post a link or address to some store where they have that snare! :)

[radeq]

From some reason my pictures doesn't show up.... so here they are .

beautifull! thank you for sharing te picture with us

[YAMAHA DRUMMER]

beautifull! thank you for sharing te picture with us

Hey Radeq
thank you my friend

[nickg]

Is anyone familiar with the BP snare that is included when you purchase a Mapex Pro M series kit?

How does it size up to the rest of the Black Panther line? I couldn't imagine it being on the same level as the other snare at that price.

i got the BP 7 x 12 maple/cherry shell snare with my Pro-M kit -- as pro as you can get. crackin' sound for sure.

here is a pic from another website:

http://fr.audiofanzine.com/img/produits/normal/1/0/102048.gif

[radeq]

i got the BP 7 x 12 maple/cherry shell snare with my Pro-M kit -- as pro as you can get. crackin' sound for sure.

here is a pic from another website:

http://fr.audiofanzine.com/img/produits/normal/1/0/102048.gif

amazing dude :) I looove those snares

[Los LeRoy]

I am going to get a Black Panther 6 1/2 x 14 brass snare and a BP steel snare as a second snare. If I get a 6 1/2 steel would it be diverse enough compared to the brass snare, or should I consider the 5 1/2 steel instead? I want two distint sounds.
Thanks

[AronMapex]

Here is a pic of my awsome black Panther. I love the sound and the finish.

http://drummerworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8789&stc=1&d=1164732168

[Hasselhoff]

I am going to get a Black Panther 6 1/2 x 14 brass snare and a BP steel snare as a second snare. If I get a 6 1/2 steel would it be diverse enough compared to the brass snare, or should I consider the 5 1/2 steel instead? I want two distint sounds.
Thanks

Sweet idea, would you be using both at the same time e.g. auxilary snare or would they both be used as main snares in different situations. You could get one hammered to add variety possibly.

I probably wouldn't do that in my situation because you may run the risk of having two awesome snares that sound way to similar.

But then again you can never have to many snares, especially black panthers.

[gusty]

i got the BP 7 x 12 maple/cherry shell snare with my Pro-M kit -- as pro as you can get. crackin' sound for sure.

here is a pic from another website:

http://fr.audiofanzine.com/img/produits/normal/1/0/102048.gif

it is an awsome snare, and i got it for 270 AUS. very cheap

[Drummer Karl]

thanks alot radeq for the link to this amazing thread mate!!
Wow, you guys really own awesome snare drums, just entered the BP "Comunity today...I was playing one 14x5.5" BP Maple...a special edition as far as I know..

here are two pics of it:

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/Drummer_Karl/Bild051.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/Drummer_Karl/Bild042.jpg

.....and I played also on a 10x5.5" Maple BP...it is trad maple or birdseye maple line, I`m not sure...

here is a pic of it:

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h84/Drummer_Karl/Bild048.jpg

Unfortunatly they are not mine...mhhh, but one day I WILL buy a BP, I fell in love with those snare drums...

Karl

[da cheese walks]

im looking into a 10" BP snare...can anyone recommend one??a budget...maybe below €200 if you can?

also would a 10" snare shatter glass?hehehehehe....

[Rossy_j]

Hey, as per request, here is my Black Panther Phosphor Bronze 14x3.5:

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPfront.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPback.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPstrainer.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPstand.jpg

I love it to bits and even though its only 3.5" deep, it sounds like a monster! I can only imagine what the deeper models sound like, however I like my snares shallow so I can get the best response and fast feedback form them. Comment and questions welcome.

R

[Drummer Karl]

Hey, as per request, here is my Black Panther Phosphor Bronze 14x3.5:

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPfront.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPback.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPstrainer.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d8/rossy_j/BPstand.jpg


Well, what could I say: Oh, I could say again that they sound amazing and the quality is great....haha, and that yours looks amazing, and I love the depth 3.5"...does the shallow shell make the sound more sensitive?

PS: Bronze - My favourite kind of metal! =)

Karl

[Benjaminbois]

Wow these snares look lovely!
can someone please give me the run-down on the sound variation between the bronze hammered black panther and the straight, unhammered phosphor bronze panther?

[straks]

Well, what could I say: Oh, I could say again that they sound amazing and the quality is great....haha, and that yours looks amazing, and I love the depth 3.5"...does the shallow shell make the sound more sensitive?

PS: Bronze - My favourite kind of metal! =)

Karl

I got the same snare, highly reccommend it because not only does it sound great but cuts through large rooms like butter. I love it.

[Jusstickinaround]

I don't like the lugs on Mapex.

[gusty]

they are not the same heads , first of all the made in china , second - try and touch remo ambassador made by remo u s a , and touch the heads that come with the snare... you will feel difference.... and the sound too.

so hold on...i can get an even better sound by replacing the stock head that came with it? i think the snare sounds great with the UT remo head (i think UT) with the bp logo on it...but it can still sound better again? wow...any suggestions for 12" heads?

[da cheese walks]

hey i now ive been on this thread a bit now...but can anyone tell me where is a good place to buy BP snares at a good price???

I was looking at a BP 10"x5.5" deep forest walnut snare on Ebay...for about €250(not including P&P),but when i went to buy,the shop doesnt sell to anyone outside the UK...

i was then looking around teh net and came upon "Midwest percussion",and they have the same snare for an even better price,that is: €290 including P&P...but i dont know if they ship internationally....??!!

everywhere else on the net ive been has had prices a lot higher(some german sites have the same snare at €350 excluding P&P,etc.)

so please help me out people!!

if any of you have ordered from "Midwest percussion"(i think its in Illisnois(if IL means that??))

Thanks
sean

[fusssion]

I"m finding I like metal snares.

Who here has the Precious Metal (black steel) w/ Black chrome, ....live picture and some sound,.....I'd be looking at a 6.5x14, thanks. The price is right for sure!

[radeq]

thank u guys for new posts!

yeah, those panthers sound great.... :) I would reaaally like to hear how does the shallow bronze snare sound :)

[gusty]

so hold on...i can get an even better sound by replacing the stock head that came with it? i think the snare sounds great with the UT remo head (i think UT) with the bp logo on it...but it can still sound better again? wow...any suggestions for 12" heads?

anyone help?

2020

[Rossy_j]

Hey gusty, well I can only recommend evans heads (as that is all I use). So maybe a 12" Evans Power Center Reverse Dot or maybe just a plain Genera. I use the PC Reverse dot and it's great. Hope this helps.

R

[gusty]

Hey gusty, well I can only recommend evans heads (as that is all I use). So maybe a 12" Evans Power Center Reverse Dot or maybe just a plain Genera. I use the PC Reverse dot and it's great. Hope this helps.

R

thanks. i was thinking either a power centre reverse dot or controlled sound. probly rather a cs.

[radeq]

anyone help?

2020


depends on what kind of sound you want....I love the coated ambassadors :)

[fusssion]

Hey guys....whos got this one ?!

http://www.blackpanthersnares.com/metal_steel.asp

[bonzo49]

Hey guys....whos got this one ?!

http://www.blackpanthersnares.com/metal_steel.asp

I got that one in 14" X 5.5"

[bonzo49]

Oh yeah and its great I love it, intially I planned to use it as a rock snare, eg Free, Led Zep, etc. However I have found it to be suprisingly versitiile. I highly recommend the whole BP line.

[fusssion]

Oh yeah and its great I love it, intially I planned to use it as a rock snare, eg Free, Led Zep, etc. However I have found it to be suprisingly versitiile. I highly recommend the whole BP line.

thats' what I love about metal snares !! They are versatile!!

I left you a private message...........

[radeq]

thats' what I love about metal snares !! They are versatile!!

I left you a private message...........


yes, I can say the same about my bronze one ;)

[driver]

Got some nice recordings of my Hammered Bronze panther on my bands myspace right now if any one wants to hear.

[MNdrummer21]

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSside.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSkit.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSfront.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/mapexback.jpg
New Mapex Black Panther SS Solid Steel 14x5.5 snare. The kit is my 7 piece mapex saturn in emerald stardust.

[radeq]

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSside.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSkit.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSfront.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/mapexback.jpg
New Mapex Black Panther SS Solid Steel 14x5.5 snare. The kit is my 7 piece mapex saturn in emerald stardust.

wohhooou :) that one looks nastyyyy :) keep it up guys !!!

[bilkay]

The new 12X7 maple/cherry Black Panther is really cool. And it's a bargain on eBay!

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d5/bilkay/IMG_1318.jpg

[radeq]

ouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuh, that is sooooo sexy

[jmontroy]

Hahaha, just joined this club today. Got the maple with 24-carot gold plating...I'll post pics when I can, but man does it sound good! Haven't got the tuning quite down, still gotta play with it, but even relatively untuned, with a bit of fiddling by an unexperienced tuner...it sounds monstrous! And got it cheap, $290.

[jmontroy]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum001.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum002.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum003.jpg

Sounds great too. Only $290!

[philiprst]

I posted a few months ago about the BP Babylonian. I gave up on Mapex USA but the UK Mapex distributor was great and tracked down the last two available in the UK for me. So, they are on their way and as soon as I get them I will post pics. I'll probably keep the best and stick the other one on the bay to cover the shipping costs.

[radeq]

I posted a few months ago about the BP Babylonian. I gave up on Mapex USA but the UK Mapex distributor was great and tracked down the last two available in the UK for me. So, they are on their way and as soon as I get them I will post pics. I'll probably keep the best and stick the other one on the bay to cover the shipping costs.

wooow maaan! I have that black panther as wallpaper, 'cause its so niiice!!! I cant wait to see the pix!!!

[cnw60]

Our fellow drummerWorld'er - Shane (Groove), who recently opened a drum store in Richmond VA has the best Black Panther selection I've seen online - I've been studying real hard on which one I'm gonna' buy as soon as I can reasonably tell my wife that there's another snare drum in the house...

the hand hammered steel is currently my favorite - but that might change a few times between now and when I actually order it.


http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23748

http://www.justdrumsonline.com/store/c-15-black-panther.aspx

[da cheese walks]

heres my BP 12"x7" Cherrywood....

http://file031b.bebo.com/1/large/2007/04/05/17/654621934a4020374410b875943460l.jpg

http://file031b.bebo.com/1/large/2007/04/05/17/654621934a4020374338b567696116l.jpg

[gusty]

hey da cheese! thats great, looks awsome! beauiful colour.

[radeq]

thanks buddy, it is a wonderfull piece :) looking forward for some sound clips, hmmm??? :)

[Paul_Klein]

As of today, I finally upgraded to my first "pro" snare drum, with the purchase of a 13x6 Birdseye Blonde Maple snare. It sounds incredible with just the stock heads on it, but I did buy an Aquarian Super-2 Coated (top) and an Aquarian Hi-Performace (bottom) which I'm gonna put on next week when I head into the studio.

[radeq]

As of today, I finally upgraded to my first "pro" snare drum, with the purchase of a 13x6 Birdseye Blonde Maple snare. It sounds incredible with just the stock heads on it, but I did buy an Aquarian Super-2 Coated (top) and an Aquarian Hi-Performace (bottom) which I'm gonna put on next week when I head into the studio.


cant wait to see the pictures ;)

[Raymond Bloom]

here are my two gorgeous cats! Black Panthers are really cool snare drums!!

[radeq]

wonderfull!!! thangz for sharing

[bonzo49]

Anyone wanna see my cat, if not tough here she is.

[driver]

I just put an Aquarian High Engery head on my 14" hammered bronze and it sounds amazing I recomend it for your next head change!

Here it is with an old (too dry) HD dry head
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i146/looganus/Photo-00371.jpg

[radeq]

wohohouuuuuuuuuoooouu :) those kitties are sooo wonderfull

[The Levee Breaker]

I have a gorgeous BP Snare, which is a special edition. It's a 13x7 which i am told is a very rare size, and it is in honey amber over birdseye maple finish, which i have never seen another one of. Unfortunately no pics as of yet, but i will try to get some on asap!

[drumbuddy105133]

my cat is a cherry and maple 12 x 7. Sounds beautiful and looks gorgeous, just got it yesterday.

[The Levee Breaker]

Her's a few pics of mine: http://www.filehigh.com/viewimg.php?f=27944&i=275516
http://www.filehigh.com/viewimg.php?f=27944&i=275517

[driver]

Wow thats pretty special mate!

[Red Hawk]

I just got mine a week ago.

It's the same 12x7 cherry/maple that 6 other people have already posted.

I got it for 139 bucks (US).

It's PERFECT for the ska project we're starting.

12" Evans Genera HD dry heads are on the way. One for my new BP and one for my 12x3" hand hammered stainless steel tama.

After seeing all these wonderful looking drums, I think I might buy another one sometime soon. Possibly a 14x6.5 to put a fiberskin on and use for jazz stuff.

[radeq]

woooooooooooooooooow, the red snare, the limited edition, or what is it, it look awesome!!!!, breaker, well, go(o)d "catch" :)

[The Levee Breaker]

thanks for the comments on the snare, it's my Baby! I sold my kit a few weeks ago and i refused to sell it. The guy was trying to offer twice what i paid but i said "no way". The pictures make it look so bright, it's actually a really rich, slightly darker colour, i love it. I won't use another snare now.

[doublebass]

guys im thinkin of getting the 12" one,is it any good for metal drumming?coz i think chris adler uses one of these

[Class A Drummer]

Anyone try out the Walnut ones yet? http://www.blackpanthersnares.com/walnut/index.asp They look ridiculously nice. I reaaaaallllllllyyyyy want one.

[komodo]

Hows the hammerd bronze one sound? Im seriously considering it as my first ever purchase of a snare drum. breathtaking aesthetically,but how does it sound? I play mainly metal,but dabble in jazz and other genres :P so be good for it to be pretty versatile

[spartacus1989]

I am currently thinking of getting the Mapex Pro M Double Bassed Kit. I play a mixture of Progressive/jazz/metal/drum and bass/funk. What snare am I best getting??

[radeq]

guys im thinkin of getting the 12" one,is it any good for metal drumming?coz i think chris adler uses one of these

yeah, but adler has the maple one, and i think its a clasic 14x5.5, with some aquarian head on it, i guess....

[aruration]

What do you think of this??? It's brass 14x5.5 and only for 380 dollars. Is it worth the money?

[weegs51690]

here'es mine, its a 14 inch drum with a 5.5 inch depth. Its birdseye maple.

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb108/weegs90/drums/IMG_1766.jpg
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb108/weegs90/drums/IMG_1775.jpg

I have an aqurian texture coated with reverse dot on it and unfortunately still have the stock snare side head on it. I'll probably end up getting a 200 weight head soon.

[radeq]

What do you think of this??? It's brass 14x5.5 and only for 380 dollars. Is it worth the money?

well, if you like brass sound, then it is definitely worth, btw, check www.midwestpercussion.com - they have a little bt better price on it...

[aruration]

THANKS man ! ! ! ! =D

[radeq]

no problem ;) dont forgett to post the picture, when you buy it ;)

[hardrocker74]

heres mine! black panther hand hammered brass!! its awesome!

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x69/donkeyboy349/IMG_0689.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x69/donkeyboy349/IMG_0690.jpg

[drummercam]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum001.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum002.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/FishyMonkey/drum003.jpg

Sounds great too. Only $290!

What!!!!! I paid $650 Canadian for mine. Please tell me where you bought yours.
Even worse, i got the 6.5 x 14 should cost ever more than your version!!

[radeq]

wow, looks great, :) you bought it for 650 canadian dollars?!?!?!?!?!?!? isnt that too much?

[Clubdrums]

cherry maple 13x6
woot woot

[ItsPureLuck]

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSside.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSkit.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/SSfront.jpg
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t132/mndrummer21/mapexback.jpg
New Mapex Black Panther SS Solid Steel 14x5.5 snare. The kit is my 7 piece mapex saturn in emerald stardust.

Nice snare, how does it sound? It was the main one I was looking at from BP, along with the hammered bronze and hammered stainless steel. I know it costs more but IMO would be worth it. Oh and I too am getting a Mapex Saturn, they are so good!

[radeq]

wow buddy :) now this looks awesome :) what kind of material is it from?

[vince]

wow buddy :) now this looks awesome :) what kind of material is it from?

It's made out of maple and cherry.

Vincent

[radeq]

thanks, its really nice piece of drum

It's made out of maple and cherry.

Vincent

[JayTorre]

Used black panthers for years now and have 2 at the moment but the phosphor bronze 6.5 x 14 is being sold to make way for a brass on brass ludwig black beauty. The other black panther snare is my Vavona burlwood deep forest 5.5 x 14 ,which I believe is quite rare as only 200 were ever made. Its a keeper and sounds absolutely stunning, its been my fave for ages now. Mapex do make great snares and the kits are good too. Had a saturn pro for a while and it sounded gorgeous but the drum sizes were a bit small and struggled to get the big sound I love. Back to playing my Premier genista with the 24" kick. Its a monster sound.
Will try to post some photos when I work out how hahaha. Computer says no!!

[JayTorre]

Used black panthers for years now and have 2 at the moment but the phosphor bronze 6.5 x 14 is being sold to make way for a brass on brass ludwig black beauty. The other black panther snare is my Vavona burlwood deep forest 5.5 x 14 ,which I believe is quite rare as only 200 were ever made. Its a keeper and sounds absolutely stunning, its been my fave for ages now. Mapex do make great snares and the kits are good too. Had a saturn pro for a while and it sounded gorgeous but the drum sizes were a bit small and struggled to get the big sound I love. Back to playing my Premier genista with the 24" kick. Its a monster sound.
Will try to post some photos when I work out how hahaha. Computer says no!!
http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii258/jaytorre/Vavona-Burlwood-Snare-lg.jpg (http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii258/jaytorre/Vavona-Burlwood-Snare-lg.jpg)

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii258/jaytorre/vavona-burlwood.jpghttp://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii258/jaytorre/bronze-bigkick.jpg

[JayTorre]

Used black panthers for years now and have 2 at the moment but the phosphor bronze 6.5 x 14 is being sold to make way for a brass on brass ludwig black beauty. The other black panther snare is my Vavona burlwood deep forest 5.5 x 14 ,which I believe is quite rare as only 200 were ever made. Its a keeper and sounds absolutely stunning, its been my fave for ages now. Mapex do make great snares and the kits are good too. Had a saturn pro for a while and it sounded gorgeous but the drum sizes were a bit small and struggled to get the big sound I love. Back to playing my Premier genista with the 24" kick. Its a monster sound.
Will try to post some photos when I work out how hahaha. Computer says no!!


Heres a couple of photos

[PineyplayParadiddles]

I have recently picked up my 1st high end snare. Its a Black Panther Hammered Brass 5.5"x14".
The sound is awesome, the diecast hoops really give it that crack, I can't wait to see what it sounds like mik'd up!
It's much, much easier to tune, probably because of the 10 lugs rather than the 8 on my M-Birch snare?

[stillgroovin]

Finally joined the club today!!!!!!! Waiting for my 12x7 maple and cherry to arrive. I am goint to replace the batter head but should I leave the stock resonant head?.

[Dribble]

Ordered my Black Panther Hammered Stainless Steel 14x5.5 last month but Midwest Percussion stuffed the order up. However I will receive it first week of January which is a great way to kick off the new year:D

Will post pics once it arrives!

[radeq]

Thangz guys for posting! the special edition snare - vavona one, it look soooo cooool!!!!

stillgroovin - yes, replace at least the batter head, you will get better sound from the drum

[Breakdown0]

Hey there!
I don’t own a panther snare, but I really want to! I’m looking for a loud snare for metal/rock with as less ring as possible and a fat sound. I’ve heard that the panthers are pretty much the best. Could anyone give me some advice? :)
Greetings Breakdown

[The Levee Breaker]

Hey Breakdown, the black panthers are some real nice snares, i've already posted mine, and i'd say you can't really go wrong with any, but if you want some advice on which one to choose, tell us about the sound you're after, and the styles you play etc, so we can get a better idea of what you want from your snare.

[metal overlord]

Hey there!
I don’t own a panther snare, but I really want to! I’m looking for a loud snare for metal/rock with as less ring as possible and a fat sound. I’ve heard that the panthers are pretty much the best. Could anyone give me some advice? :)
Greetings Breakdown


Metal, rock, and a fat sound you want? Vinnie Paul Signature snare, then. Great snare. But Black Panthers are wonderful, My dad has one.

[Breakdown0]

Hey Breakdown, the black panthers are some real nice snares, i've already posted mine, and i'd say you can't really go wrong with any, but if you want some advice on which one to choose, tell us about the sound you're after, and the styles you play etc, so we can get a better idea of what you want from your snare.

If I had to compare the sound I would say that Daniel Erlandsson's snare (Arch Enemy/ Album: Stigmata) would pretty much be the sound... or Lars Ulrich's sound at Rock Am Ring 2006. Otherwise I'm playing metalcore to Hard Rock, the sound should really cut through and the pitch shouldn't be too high. I want the snare to be sharp, but not choked or "flat" and it shouldn't be too sensitive, it's rather ought to have a heavy attack. If that is a good description to you guys ^^

[The Levee Breaker]

Well then. I'd say either buy a 14x6.5 steel one, or go with a phosphor bronze one similarly sized. That should help you towards that sort of sound.

[Muffled Tom]

my school band has a black panther, it sounds utterly AMAZING.. man, playing in jazz band wouldnt be the same for me without that thing. I love it.

[Shedboyxx]

Well I'll add my .02 for Mapex


I own a (discontinued) 5.5 x 13 Mapex Phosphor Bronze snare. One of my 2 favs now, the other being my Pork Pie 5 x 13 maple.

The Mapex PB's get a cool sound that as the ads say, mixes wood warmth with metal cut. I have a few other snares and they are all nice but this was a great purchase. I bought it without hearing it although I had heard the 6.5 x 14 and new the genral timbre. The 13 inch size gives it more focus and control than the bigger drums. That fits in with most of the gigs I do right now.

I'd like to maybe check out some more of the Mapex models evetually. The Walnut looks nice.

Jim

[mmimoman]

hey guys...I just got new black panther snare...13x6 maple/cherry...it sounds great!

[Big Chris]

heres mine! black panther hand hammered brass!! its awesome!

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x69/donkeyboy349/IMG_0689.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x69/donkeyboy349/IMG_0690.jpg

I've just bought virtually the same one on eBay, it's 14" x 6.5" but with the black finish hardware. Here it is...

http://i23.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/e6/b9/31d7_1.JPG

I'm just awaiting delivery. I got it for 185 quid, inc delivery. It's listed as practically new as it had been sent off for review and then returned.

Cheapest I've found it in the shops is 340 pounds.

Can't wait to get it. Should be an improvement on my Pearl 'Chad Smith'.

[TenPastTen]

My first Black Panther: The Thick Flame Maple

Specs:
14 x 6 Maple in Honey Maple Burst finsh
15 Ply (12mm) thick
die cast hoops
adjustable throwoff and butt plate
(but y'all know all this already)

Put on new heads: Aquarian Hi Energy batter and Aquarian Classic Clear Snare Side reso.

Pics:

[mattieb298]

Right here are some pics of my BP 14X6.5 Traditional Maple in Black Laquer Finish
Looks and sounds gorgeous
I am looking to experiment with different heads
So anyone who has this snare...could you tell me which heads you have tried and which heads sound good and which sound bad...
I have a Remo Coated Ambassador on the batter at the moment
Tried a Remo Coated Pinstripe and it was horrible...just had a horrible ring to it
Thanks

[drummerdimitri]

Hey guys, i am new to this forum and i just got myselfa new black panther birdseye maple 14x6.5 and im falling in love with it. As you can see, i have already changed the batter head to an Emperor X and the snares to puresound's custom 20 strands. I will soon change the reso head to get the best sound out of the drum. Some people tell me the Emperor X isn't the best head for this snare, but im looking for a punchy sound without many overtones. Any suggestions and comments are welcome!

http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee327/drummerdimitri/PIC_0041.jpg
http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee327/drummerdimitri/PIC_0039.jpg
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[Piggpenn]

Here's mine. Had it since 2001.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c59/Bish1309/Music%20Gear/DSC00591.jpg

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Finally wore out the factory head last month.

[hundalasiliah]

I'm considering a 13x6 maple cherry black panther. everyone else seems to be posting about 12x6's, so i was wondering if there is anybody who has any experience with the larger size. i haven't heard the drum yet so i'm not sure what to expect. i want a versatile drum with a good tuning range that will maintain warmth and response. i typically don't like piccolos at all and this won't be an auxillary snare, so i'm a bit apprehensive regarding the small diameter. also, is there any difference between these and the "natural maple" of the same size? from what i can tell from mapex's website it sounds like the cherry model just has an outer ply of cherry but there is no mention of the difference in sound quality. sorry for the longish post. any information is appreciated.

[lovemysonors]

thanx for all the pics, but could someone help explain WHY the Black Panthers (specifically the birdseye 5.5x14 or SS ones) are so great? i've heard that they're versatile and record well, but how so and why else compared to other snares that people rave about?

[Cypriss]

thanx for all the pics, but could someone help explain WHY the Black Panthers (specifically the birdseye 5.5x14 or SS ones) are so great? i've heard that they're versatile and record well, but how so and why else compared to other snares that people rave about?


I think the major part of there popularity is the price and quality. So many people get these for the simple fact its gonna cost you twice as much to get the same out of any other brand (brand new).$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$

[TenPastTen]

Here are some pics of my Thick Flame Maple setup with all his cousins.

[TenPastTen]

I can't believe I'm the first one to post since August!

Anyway, I know this model appears in this thread already, but not mine.

Black Panther Hammered Steel (14 x 5.5)
Aquarian Texture Coated w/ Power Dot batter
Remo Ambassador with BP logo reso
Die Cast hoops
20 lug (split)
20 strand Puresound Blasters snare wires

[Captainobvious99]

^^ That is one gorgeous snare you've got there.

I'm really considering going with one of these, but I'm having a really hard time choosing...

Hammered Steel 14x5.5
Hammered Phosphor Bronze 14.5.5
Walnut 14x6.5

[TenPastTen]

^^ That is one gorgeous snare you've got there.

I'm really considering going with one of these, but I'm having a really hard time choosing...

Hammered Steel 14x5.5
Hammered Phosphor Bronze 14.5.5
Walnut 14x6.5

Thanks, my man. I've been using non-stop for about a month now. I love the sound.

As for your choice, what great models from which to choose! I would recommend the Hammered Phosphor Bronze since they are discontinued, However, you just can't make a mistake here.

[bradmapex]

What BP's can u get in a Piccolo (14 x 4, 14 x 3.5, 13 x 3.5), I looked on te website but i couldnt find any. Im interested in wood, but if there are none metal is fine. And about how much would it cost in Canadian or American dollar.

[spirit]

Hey guys, I had an idea to make a black panther thread for all the black panther owners, and fans...Post here your pictures of you "kitties" and sounds also...

so this one is mine

and the sound will be in da while!

God bless and don't forgett to go out sometimes with these pets :)

A very, very beautiful snare--be proud of that baby!

[freehandstyle]

What BP's can u get in a Piccolo (14 x 4, 14 x 3.5, 13 x 3.5), I looked on te website but i couldnt find any. Im interested in wood, but if there are none metal is fine. And about how much would it cost in Canadian or American dollar.

I have a 13" x 3.5" piccolo that's a Birdseye maple with diecast hoops.

I saw the same one with black hardware at the local drumstore Steve's for like $300-400 CAD.

by the way, i can't help but see you're from Toronto.

I'm from Montreal and i actually happen want to part mine.
PM me your contacts maybe we can work a deal out :)

Vince

[Kowalski]

Hi there dudes, I'm new to the forum and despite being playing for some years now, this one it's the first drummers forum I've ever joined. I'm the proud owner of a 14''x5.5'' Mapex Black Panther Hammered Brass. I love BP's and soon I'll be getting the new Chris Adler's signature BP as well. Oh btw does anyone know a good music store that would provide international shipping services to Argentina? Things here are IMPOSSIBLE to buy, even shitty drumming stuff is extremely expensive so I try to get as much as I can from the US through a good friend of mine that has an international credit card.

Have a nice weekend guys!

[Moldy]

Mapex Solid Steel BP. It's real and it's fabulous!

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[Filip!]

i bought myself maple/cherry 13''x6'' black panther few weeks ago for less than 200$ and it's really great!

[RaZmEiSteR]

Yesterday i've ordered myself a Black Panther Zebra Snare
Got a walnut finish, 10 lugs, Die Cast hoops, 14"x5.5" and i'll post some pictures when it arrives! :)

[techlock]

Black Panther "memphis" model 7.8mm maple/walnut shell.. only upgrade was puresound wires.. love it!!!

[hollowcreature]

I just acquired my first Black Panther, a Black Widow (14" x 5" maple) to be precise. I haven't had a chance to really try it out yet (and had to order it without trying it first), but early signs are good! Dark, dry, very sensitive. Anyone else on the forum using one of these?

If had the cash I would probably pick up a Velvetone and a Retrosonic as well...

[ciacia123]

this is my 'Vavona Burlwood Deep Forest Series Limited Edition Black Panther' snare
picked it up on ebay for £225, which i think is amazing since there were only 200 made or somthing!
Torquoise Blue + Black Hardware = Drumgasm
I saw it and just had to have it

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[Swiss Matthias]

Well, see my avatar! :)

Edit: And I own a birdseye maple one, too. They both are beautiful in look and sound.

[KBadd]

Here you go! # 23 of 100 made...my Mapex Black Panther Steel.......one bad snare.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=193797&l=980f173126&id=100000184189020

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[uniin]

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got coated ambassador on top, and ambassador snare on bottom, the most amazing pop i have ever heard.

[braincramp]

I had posted a thread last week looking for help on picking a new snare and just got off the phone ordering it. I went for the Mapex Black Panther Big Cat 8 x 14. As you probably know its a Saturn design with 4 maple 2 walnut plys. It came down to it and the Vinnie Paul DDrum snare. I actually preferred the look of the Ddrum the flames would go good with my sunburst Sonor's. I have heard lots of quality issues with Ddrum's and it scared me off. I used to have a Mapex Saturn snare it was 14 x 5.5 and I really liked the sound and quality, I can only imagine what the 8" will sound like!!! I have yet to hear anything bad about Panther snares..The Ddrum was $30 more though it has cast hoops and the Panther has 2.3's but I have an extra set of die cast pearl hoops I can put on the Panther.

[ilan]

Hey,

New to the forum, so I hope I'm posting this in the correct place (it just seemed logical here). I have the same BP Vavona Burlwood snare that "ciacia123" posted pictures of.

Holidays are here and money's tight...anybody interested in buying mine?

The drum's mint... never gigged, just studio used. I bought mine in '04 new from the long island drum center and have been the only owner since. Can send pics.

Let me know if any interest, and nice to be a part of this forum.

[drummercam]

Yesterday i've ordered myself a Black Panther Zebra Snare
Got a walnut finish, 10 lugs, Die Cast hoops, 14"x5.5" and i'll post some pictures when it arrives! :)

Have you got any photos of this drum? I think that may be the classiest looking black panther I have ever seen... aside from the one I own of course ;)

[drummercam]

I am missing a piece from my black panther's snare strainer, does anyone have any suggestions as to how I should go about ordering the replacement part? I bought this drum at Pacific Drum Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia a few years ago and when I bought the drum it was already missing the end piece for the snare throw off. As luck would have it the drum store went out of business several months after I had tried repeatedly to get help from the woman who sold me the drum. Not only did I get ripped off on the drum (I foolishly shelled out close to $600 for the drum) but I was treated as if I were being a nuisance for having the nerve to ask them to help out a customer. Needless to say, I persisted and over the course of a few months had no such help provided by the people working at Pacific Drums and now I left with an incomplete drum. As gorgeous as the drum may be, it would be incredible if someone on this forum could point me in the right direction towards having a 'perfect' snare drum at last!

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[Hybridt@vo]

Get in contact w Jeremy at Drummer superstore!

http://www.drummersuperstore.com/

[nickthegreek]

Here is mine.
Mapex Black Panther Mayan,I have Evans Genera hd and 300 hazy on it.

[Cuban]

I'm amazed this thread passed me by as I'm a huge Black Panther fan.

I've had three so far.
Black Panther Birds Eye Maple 5.5 x 14"
Black Panther Natural Maple 5.5 x 10"
Black Panther Mayan / Aztec Steel 5.5 x 14"

I also loved the 5.5x14" Cherry with gold fittings, but I missed out on that thanks store messing me around.

The Bird's Eye has recently gone (as much as I loved it) as I'm am awaiting one of the new Black Panther Blaster kits in March, alone with the wonderful snare, I can't wait!

[Hybridt@vo]

as I'm am awaiting one of the new Black Panther Blaster kits in March, alone with the wonderful snare, I can't wait!

Same feeling, Im waiting for the Velvetone kit to purchase it w the snare

I own a Saturn kit myself and big fan of BPs

12x7 Maple/Cherry snare
14x6.5 Deep Forest Walnut
14x6.5 Hand Hammered Phosphor Bronze
14x5.5 Limited Edition Deep forest Vavona Burlwood
14x5.5 Limited Edition Hand Hammered Brass

[Cuban]

Same feeling, Im waiting for the Velvetone kit to purchase it w the snare

I own a Saturn kit myself and big fan of BPs

Good to hear, although you have about a six month wait right now I guess?
Still waiting for a date on mine, just told that it will be March - wish I had a date to get excited about!

Will you keep the Saturn? What are your thoughts on it?

[Hybridt@vo]

Good to hear, although you have about a six month wait right now I guess?
Still waiting for a date on mine, just told that it will be March - wish I had a date to get excited about!

Will you keep the Saturn? What are your thoughts on it?

I know it sucks the wait for the Velvetone kit, I really like the sound and the ingenuity that came w it and to be limited is not a bad price.

No I wont be keeping the Saturn kit if I go for the Velvetone.
I have a Sienna Burst finish Studioease (6 piece) I love the to death and it looks as if was new.
Warm & round sound w lots of proyection do to the thin shells, I had the snare custo made 14x7 and is amazing it has a wide tuning range that works for everything

[gregford2006]

What was the price on the Velvetone kit?

[Hybridt@vo]

What was the price on the Velvetone kit?

Not released yet but based on the Blaster I would say 5 piece (no snare) $2500 aprox

[Cuban]

Not released yet but based on the Blaster I would say 5 piece (no snare) $2500 aprox
I've just been asked today to submit my requests / enquiries for the special build Blaster kit elements, so once I have the prices back, I'll pass them along.

[sticks4drums]

Went into my local drum shop today and fell in love.. well sort of, it was with the Cherry Bomb 13 x 5 1/2 Black Panther snare. Pictures on the web don`t do this snare any justice, seeing it in the flesh it is a beautiful piece of kit, was looking for the blaster but they didn`t have one in stock.
I bought a Cherry Bomb over Christmas and had to bring it back because of a very uneven bearing edge, and flaking chrome off of the bottom of the top hoop. The drum is absolutely beautiful though. It is also a very nice sounding drum. I really enjoyed playing it for the two weeks I had it. I recently got a Blaster from Mapex to replace a damaged 13 x 6 Arctic White Saturn. This one I am not completely sold on. I am not really a fan of all Maple drums. This does have the Walnut re-rings in it, but they don't do a lot to tone down the really bright maple sound that comes from this baby. If you like lively, ringing snares, you will love the Blaster.

I am hoping that they make a Cherry Bomb kit to do with the snare. I think that would look and sound amazing.

[frozenhenkka]

Just found this thread and noticed that no one haven't posted this snare here before.. at least I didn't see any!

Mapex Black Panther Elm snare 14" x 5,5" w/ walnut sound rings

It's funny that they call it "elm snare" even there's only one ply of elm, for making it look beautiful. Rest of the inner plies are maple.

This snare is a limited edition one and I asked from Mapex that how many have they actually built these and they told they have made only 200 pieces -- Lucky me because this sounds killer!

Enjoy!

[azula]

^absolutely beautiful!

[sticks4drums]

has anyone had any experiance with the 13x7 blaster, if so, can this drum be tuned low..
I own one, and yes the drum can be tuned low, medium or high. It seems to like high the best. The snare has a lot of flavor to it. It is very bright, if that is what you like.

[Hybridt@vo]

I mentioned the snares before but I dont think I have ever posted any pics of these guys
ENJOY!!!!!!!

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[sjczildjian]

Wow. A nice selection of panthers here! Here is mine! 3mm seamless steel 2010 Panther!

[sticks4drums]

Nice looking steel snare.

[sjczildjian]

Nice looking steel snare.

It would be a nice verse snare. But I find it doesn't have the body or depth that I'd like for a main snare. Im going to get an SJC snare made up at some point...

[sticks4drums]

It would be a nice verse snare. But I find it doesn't have the body or depth that I'd like for a main snare. Im going to get an SJC snare made up at some point...
My 14 x 6.5 Black Panther Hammered Bronze are perfect for that. My new 14 x 8 Sonor Danny Carey signature, really has the body. I love it, but it might be too much for most out there.

[Dadoch]

Here are mine two Panthers:

In the middle 12x7 maple "fastback" and on the right side 14x5,5 1mm premium steel snare. Both are great!

And there is also 10x2 sonor jungle snare.

[frozenhenkka]

Took a better picture from my snare!