Detail 01
EMAD damping system
Foam rings sit in a channel on the head's edge. Swap or remove them to change attack and decay from outside the drum.
Product detailSKU #1274034479191
EvansEMAD 2 Clear Batter Bass Drum Head - 24 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A clear 24-inch bass drum batter head with an externally mounted damping system. For players who want to dial in attack and decay without stuffing the drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Large 24-inch kicks that need controlled low end
- Rock and live gigs where a punchy, focused kick is needed
- Drummers who want adjustable muffling without opening the drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting a wide-open, boomy, undamped kick
- Jazz players after a soft, resonant bass drum tone
- Kicks smaller than 24 inch
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
Clear head
Clear film gives a brighter, more pronounced attack than a coated head — more click for the beater.
Detail 03
Batter head
This is the side the pedal beater strikes. The front head with the port hole is a separate purchase.
Detail 04
24 inch
Fits a 24-inch shell only. Measure the shell across, edge to edge, without the hoop.
Detail 05
Externally mounted control
You adjust muffling without removing the head or reaching inside — quick changes between rooms or gigs.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Batter side only — the front resonant head is not included
- 02A drum key is required to seat and tune the head evenly
- 03Existing internal pillows or blankets may over-damp once this is fitted
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which side does this go on?
The batter side — the one your pedal beater hits. The front head, usually with a port hole, is separate.
02Do I still need a pillow inside the drum?
Usually not. The damping rings handle muffling from outside. Try it without internal damping first, then add only if needed.
03Can I change how much muffling I get?
Yes. The foam rings in the outer channel can be swapped or removed to move between open and tightly controlled.
04Will this fit a 22-inch bass drum?
No. This is a 24-inch head and fits 24-inch shells only. Measure your shell edge to edge to confirm the size.
