Detail 01
22 in.
Matches a 22" shell diameter, not the drum's depth. Measure the shell edge to edge, not the old head's hoop.
Product detailSKU #1274115037966
DWGloss Black Vented Bass Drum Head 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch vented bass drum head from DW in gloss black. For drummers replacing a front head who want a ported look without cutting it themselves.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn or cut front head on a 22" kick
- Drummers who want a factory-cut port, not a DIY hole
- Black-wrap or black-hardware kits needing a matched front
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting a fully sealed front head for maximum resonance
- Anyone with a 20", 24" or 26" bass drum
- Players looking for a batter head to take beater impact
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
Vented
Comes with the port already cut, so air escapes on each hit. Shorter sustain, more attack, and mic access.
Detail 03
Gloss black
Opaque finish, so no shell wrap or internal muffling shows through. Fingerprints and stick marks show more than on coated white.
Detail 04
Front head, not batter
Vented heads sit on the resonant side. The pedal beater side needs a separate batter head.
Detail 05
DW
Standard 22" head sizing, so it fits any brand of 22" bass drum, not just DW shells.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Head only. No tuning key, hoop, claws or muffling pillow included.
- 02Check your drum is 22" measured across the shell, not the hoop.
- 03Expect to retune both heads after swapping one side.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this go on the front or the beater side?
The front, or resonant, side. The vent hole is there to let air out and to fit a mic through. Use a dedicated batter head on the pedal side.
02Is the hole already cut?
Yes. It ships vented, so you do not need to cut it yourself.
03Will it fit a non-DW 22" bass drum?
Yes. Drum head sizing is standard, so a 22" head fits any 22" shell regardless of brand.
04Will it make my kick drum sound tighter?
Generally yes. A vent lets air escape, which shortens sustain and brings the attack forward compared to a sealed front head.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
