Mapex Black Panther Hydro 13"×7" Snare – Maple, Sonic Saver Hoops (BPNML3700LFB)

The Black Panther Hydro is a compact, deep 13"×7" snare built for fat, controlled backbeats and fast response. A 6-ply, 5.1 mm maple shell with 4-ply walnut reinforcement rings delivers punch and warmth, while SONIClear™ bearing edges and Sonic Saver hoops keep tuning stable and rimshots sweet. Triple venting, the Cylinder-Drive strainer with Microlock, and in-line locking lugs make it tour-ready and easy to dial in—finished in a stealth Flat Black Transparent lacquer.

Key Features

• 13" × 7" shell for compact feel with extra depth and low-tuned thump

• 6-ply maple shell (5.1 mm) with 4-ply walnut reinforcement rings (4.0 mm)

• SONIClear™ edges: rounded 45° centre with 3/8" outer cut—quick head seating, wider tuning range

• Triple vented chamber for fast air release and drier attack

• Sonic Saver hoops for focused rimshots and added durability

• In-line locking lugs resist detuning on loud gigs

• BP Cylinder-Drive strainer + butt with Microlock for precise snare wire tension

• 2.3 mm snare bed, Remo USA Ambassador heads

• Finish: Flat Black Transparent lacquer

Sound & Use

• Voice: Thick, dark, and punchy with quick decay—ideal for modern rock, pop, worship, hip-hop, and studio work where controlled tone matters.

• Tuning: Loves medium-to-low tunings for syrupy backbeats; still articulate at medium-high with a drier cut.

Specifications

• Model: BPNML3700LFB (Black Panther Hydro)

• Size: 13" × 7"

• Shell: Maple (6-ply, 5.1 mm) + Walnut reinforcement rings (4-ply, 4.0 mm)

• Edges: SONIClear™ – rounded 45° centre with 3/8" outer cut (top & bottom)

• Vents: Triple vented

• Hoops: Sonic Saver

• Lugs: In-line, locking

• Strainer: BP Cylinder-Drive with Microlock adjustment

• Snare bed: 2.3 mm

• Heads: Remo USA Ambassador (coated batter)

• Finish: Flat Black Transparent lacquer