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Response 2, two-ply
Two layers of film cut sustain and boost durability. The note is shorter and lower than a single-ply head.
Product detailSKU #1274115040137
AquarianResponse 2 Drum Head - Black 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black two-ply 13-inch tom head. For drummers who want a dark, controlled tom sound and a look that matches a black-hardware kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock drummers wanting shorter, punchier 13-inch tom notes
- Matching a blacked-out kit visually across the toms
- Hard hitters who tear through thinner single-ply heads
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting bright, open, long-sustaining toms
- Brush players, who need a coated playing surface
- Anyone needing a 13-inch snare head instead of a tom head
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.
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Black film
Cosmetic mostly, though the darker film reads as slightly more focused than clear. Sound comes from ply count and tuning.
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13 in. size
Common rack tom size on five-piece kits. Fits any 13-inch shell regardless of drum brand.
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Batter head
Playing-side head. Pair it with a resonant head underneath to set the pitch drop and decay.
Detail 05
$32.99
Standard two-ply pricing. Expect a full tom set to run near three times this before resonant heads.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Single head, batter side only. Resonant head sold separately.
- 02Black film shows stick marks and wear more visibly than clear.
- 03Bring a drum key. Tension rods need even tuning across all lugs.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the black color change the sound?
Barely. Ply count, film thickness and tuning drive the tone. The black film is chosen for looks more than for any tonal difference.
02Can I use this on a 13-inch snare?
It is built as a tom batter head. Snare batters are typically thinner and more sensitive, so a dedicated snare head is the better choice.
03How is Response 2 different from Super-2?
Both are two-ply Aquarian heads. Response 2 leans toward a focused, controlled attack, while Super-2 is the heavier-duty option.
04Will stick marks show on the black head?
Yes. Dark film makes wear patterns and stick scuffs more visible over time than clear or coated heads.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
