Mapex Black Panther “Blade” Snare – 14x5.5 Steel (Pro Series)

Mapex Black Panther “Blade” Snare – 14x5.5 Steel (Pro Series) Selling a Mapex Black Panther “Blade” professional snare drum. This is a serious steel snare, known for its cutting attack, clarity, and reliability on stage or in the studio. Technical Specifications Model: Black Panther Blade (BPST4551LN) Size: 14” diameter x 5.5” depth Shell: 1.0 mm steel (seam-welded) Finish: Brushed / Black Panther series finish Hoops: Die-cast steel hoops for focused attack and stable tuning Lugs: Black Panther high-mass lugs Bearing Edges: Precision cut for sensitivity and articulation Throw-Off: Smooth, reliable snare strainer Snare Wires: Factory steel snare wires Sound & Performance Tone: Bright, articulate, and powerful Attack: Fast and cutting, excellent rim shots Projection: Strong enough to cut through loud guitars Dynamics: Sensitive ghost notes with controlled overtones Steel snares like this are favored for their clarity, punch, and mix-cutting ability, making this drum ideal for live gigs and recording. Great For Rock Pop Funk Alternative Studio and live performance Often compared to: Ludwig Supraphonic Pearl Sensitone Steel Tama SLP Steel ✅ Condition Used, good condition. Normal playing wear on the batter head. Shell and hardware are clean, solid, and fully functional. Tunes easily and sounds excellent. Market Context This exact model recently sold for ~$615 CAD imported (price + shipping). This listing is local pickup, no shipping cost, no waiting, no import hassle. Local pickup preferred Cash or e-transfer on pickup If the ad is up, it’s available. Keywords: Mapex Black Panther, Blade snare, steel snare, 14x5.5 snare, pro snare drum, drummer