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Forged from a longstanding collaboration between Mapex and progressive metal titan Aquiles Priester, the "PsychOctopus" Snare Drum delivers uncompromising, arena-ready power. This deep 8" x 14" snare features a dense 11-ply Maple and Padauk hybrid shell adorned with sleek Black-Brushed hardware. Built for maximum intensity, it produces a thunderous, unforgiving tone specifically engineered with the projection to cut straight through the heaviest musical mixes.
Built for pure impact, the Maple/Padauk hybrid shell unleashes a thunderous, unforgiving tone. It perfectly balances warmth and clarity with a laser-focused sound. Thanks to an extended 8" depth and a massive 11mm thick shell, this snare cranks up the volume and power—ensuring every single stroke sounds commanding, resonant, and impossible to ignore.
The PsychOctopus has long been a symbol of Aquiles Priester, embodying his distinctive and intricate drumming style. To genuinely capture the essence of Aquiles' artistry, the PsychOctopus has been reimagined in a striking 3D form, adding depth and character that mirrors his unique musical identity.
The SONIClear™ Bearing Edge allows the drumhead to sit flatter on the shell, making better contact. The result is a stronger and deeper fundamental pitch, effortless and consistent tuning, and a significantly expanded tuning range. For the serious player, the increased head-to-edge contact increases shell vibration, allowing the sonic nuances of the hybrid shell to stand out.
The venting is key to the feel and the overall resonance of the shell. Through painstaking testing, each Chamber Specific approach has led to a formula of multiple vent holes in Artist Collection snare drums. These air flow vents are placed at the Nodal line with the lugs, so as to not affect the resonance of the shells.
The Cylinder-drive strainer and butt side adjustment use a self-lubricating bearing to ensure smooth operation. The adjustment knobs employ “micro-lock” technology providing precise tension control.