Mapex VX Series Kit

Mapex VX Series Kit £485

The high-end-style touches make the VX an easy package to recommend, especially if you make a few of your own alterations

The MusicRadar Team, Tue 23 Oct 2007, 12:12 pm BST

The VX Jazz bass drum retains the generous 18" depth.

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Manufacturer's description

If you want to look like every other player out there, then the V-series Plasma is probably not for you. However if you’re the kind of drummer that, well, marches to your own beat, then Mapex has something for you.

For an exotic Plasma-Lacquer finish we start with thin, genuine basswood shells and then employ a unique eight-step finishing process that gives a three-dimensional textured lacquer surface that's unlike any other. What's more, the V-series comes with everything you need to start creating the moment you open the box. V series sets include drums, double braced hardware, pedal and throne.

Besides Plasma-Lacquer, the V-series also comes in a traditional Wax Lacquer. With natural Oak and Cherry finish, the brand new finished that first offering in Mapex V-series.

Whether you’re playing covers in the garage or testing new material in the clubs, make sure you make a statement. The V-series gives you the look. The rest is up to you.