Mapex Introduces “Krushed” Glass Glitters For Orion, Saturn [ Winter NAMM 2008 ]

1 January 2008 — Mapex has introduced the release of drum sets featuring three new crushed glass glitter coverings for its most versatile Saturn and Orion shell configuration. Available as a component pack only in the newly designed six-piece Studioease Configuration, these sparkling beauties will have you sounding and looking better than ever.

The Saturn Series Studioease configuration in Cosmic Krush covering.

The Orion Series Studioease configuration in Copper Krush covering

The Saturn Series Studioease configuration in Crystal Krush covering.

Consumers can choose from the diamond-like brilliance of Crystal Krush, the breathtaking sparkle of Copper Krush or the intriguing subtlety of the exclusive Cosmic Krush. The wraps are supplied by Delmar and are of the highest quality.

“Our customers have been requesting crushed glass glitter wrapped models and we listened,” said Jeff Ivester, Director of Marketing for Mapex USA. “I’m confident that the combination of these beautiful crushed glass wraps with our two high-performance flagship drum series will be a hit for us.”

The Studioease component pack includes a 22x18 bass drum, 10x8 and 12x9 tom toms, 14x14 and 16x16 floor toms and a 14x5.5 snare drum. Hardware is sold separately.

MSRP for the six-piece all-maple Orion Series (TM628SC) is $3,989.99 and $3,059.99 for the maple and walnut Saturn edition (SW628SU).