Detail 01
14-inch shell depth
Keeps the same shell depth used across the Quantum Mark II bass-drum sizes.
Product detailSKU #1500000401704
MapexQuantum Mark II Drums on Demand Series Blue Ripple Bass Drum 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Purpose-built for an 18-inch marching bass-drum voice, this Quantum Mark II pairs a six-ply maple shell with birch reinforcement rings and SONIClear bearing edges. The design lets the heads sit flatter against the shell for the warm, resonant response described by Mapex, while size-specific venting keeps sustain more controlled. Externally adjustable eyebolts make player-height changes possible without taking off the heads, useful when fitting the drum within an ensemble. Blue Ripple wrap, aluminum hoops, and chrome hardware give it a coordinated field-ready appearance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching ensembles that need an 18-inch bass drum with player-height adjustment available from outside the shell.
- School programs seeking a Blue Ripple wrapped finish that complements traditional or contemporary marching uniforms.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Marching setups that require a bass drum size other than 18 inches.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Externally adjustable eyebolts
Height can be adjusted without removing the drumheads.
Detail 03
Size-specific air vents
The venting is intended to produce a focused tone with attenuated sustain.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that an 18-inch bass drum is the required size for your marching ensemble.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can the height be adjusted with the heads installed?
Yes. The externally adjustable eyebolts allow height changes without removing the drumheads.
02What heads are fitted?
It is specified with Remo UM Smooth White heads carrying the Mapex logo.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
6 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
- Shell
- 6-ply maple
- Body Finish
- Blue Ripple
- Finish
- Blue Ripple
- Type
- Marching bass drum
- Hardware
- Gloss chrome finish
1 detailsSize & weight
- Shell Depth
- 14 inch
3 detailsOther
- Level
- Advanced
- Rims Hoops
- Aluminum alloy hoops
- Heads
- Remo UM Smooth White with Mapex logo
