Members BoomRecRoom Posted November 28, 2007 Members Share Posted November 28, 2007 I'm considering buying a Mapex Pro M set. I like a 20" bass drum but this would be a special order and take a minimum of 90 days, no big deal, just that I won't have a chance to try one out prior to buying. Has anyone played or heard the 20" kick ? Any comments? Also considering The Gretsch Renown Maples. Probably would cost an extra $500 or so with hardware, but I've been saving for a while so this is an option too. Is this kit considerably better than the Pro M's ?Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jenksdrummer Posted November 28, 2007 Members Share Posted November 28, 2007 I'm considering buying a Mapex Pro M set. I like a 20" bass drum but this would be a special order and take a minimum of 90 days, no big deal, just that I won't have a chance to try one out prior to buying. Has anyone played or heard the 20" kick ? Any comments?Also considering The Gretsch Renown Maples. Probably would cost an extra $500 or so with hardware, but I've been saving for a while so this is an option too. Is this kit considerably better than the Pro M's ?Thanks. While I haven't got a 20" Kicj, I have to say Mapex is under the radar for most people. I don't know why - their stuff is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nickg Posted November 29, 2007 Members Share Posted November 29, 2007 i was originally going to get a 16 x 20 kick when i got my Pro M, along with some other "non standard/shell pack" sizes, but didn't want to wait 3-4 months to get the kit. i ended up getting an 18 x 22 and COULDN'T be happier that i did!! first time i've used a 22" kick in YEARS after using 24s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BoomRecRoom Posted November 29, 2007 Author Members Share Posted November 29, 2007 i was originally going to get a 16 x 20 kick when i got my Pro M, along with some other "non standard/shell pack" sizes, but didn't want to wait 3-4 months to get the kit. i ended up getting an 18 x 22 and COULDN'T be happier that i did!! first time i've used a 22" kick in YEARS after using 24s. Thanks, good to hear this. If I opt for the 22" kick it'll only take a few weeks as opposed to min 90 days for the 20". Glad it turned out good for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Puck Posted November 29, 2007 Members Share Posted November 29, 2007 The Mapex pro m 20" kicks are pretty nice. The Studio I tech for had one. Pretty nice and tight kick. As for it being special order I would check out massmusic.net they used to keep them in stock. as for mapex vs the renown gretch, Both are nice kits. I think the Gretch sounds better. I have a renown kit and love it. Just my preference. The upside to mapex is their are way more finishes, cheaper, add on drums are cheaper and more readily available, and comes with hardware. I am not saying the gretsch is better just cause I own one. I also own a mapex saturn set. Just for me I like the sound of the gretch a little better. Though I think the mapex is a better deal for the money. (bang for the buck) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BoomRecRoom Posted November 30, 2007 Author Members Share Posted November 30, 2007 The Mapex pro m 20" kicks are pretty nice. The Studio I tech for had one. Pretty nice and tight kick. As for it being special order I would check out massmusic.net they used to keep them in stock. as for mapex vs the renown gretch, Both are nice kits. I think the Gretch sounds better. I have a renown kit and love it. Just my preference. The upside to mapex is their are way more finishes, cheaper, add on drums are cheaper and more readily available, and comes with hardware.I am not saying the gretsch is better just cause I own one. I also own a mapex saturn set. Just for me I like the sound of the gretch a little better. Though I think the mapex is a better deal for the money. (bang for the buck) Thanks Puck. I've pretty much narrowed it down to either one of these. What you say is where I'm stuck in my buying decision, Mapex has the sizes and finishes I want but the Renowns might sound better. I'm going to play both and see what feels best, sleep on it, then go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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