Detail 01
EMAD external muffling system
Foam rings sit in a channel on the outside of the head, so you can swap damping without removing the head.
Product detailSKU #1274034478941
EvansEMAD Onyx Batter Bass Drum Head - 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
22-inch bass drum batter head with EMAD's external adjustable muffling ring. For kick drums that need a short, punchy attack you can dial in.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock, metal and live kicks needing tight low end
- Drummers who mic the kick and want less ring
- Players who want to change damping without opening the drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Open, resonant jazz kick tone
- Drummers who prefer a fully undamped bass drum
- Anyone needing a front head or a ported resonant 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.
Detail 02
Two foam ring options
The narrower ring keeps some sustain; the wider one shortens the note further for a tighter thud.
Detail 03
Onyx film
Black opaque film on the batter side, so the look stays dark under stage lighting.
Detail 04
22 in. size
Fits a 22-inch bass drum shell — the most common rock kick size.
Detail 05
Batter side only
This is the pedal-side head. Your front head still sets how much low end escapes.
Detail 06
Made in the United States
Consistent gauge and seating from head to head, which matters when you retune under a mic.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Batter head only — front resonant head is a separate purchase
- 02Measure the shell diameter, not the hoop or old head
- 03Beater will mark the strike area; a patch is a separate item
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this fit a 22-inch kick?
Yes. Bass drum heads are sized by shell diameter, so a 22 in. head fits a 22-inch bass drum.
02Do I still need a pillow inside?
Often not. The EMAD ring damps from the outside. Many players remove internal muffling entirely and adjust with the foam rings.
03Can I change the muffling later?
Yes. The foam ring drops into an external channel, so you can swap or remove it without detuning or pulling the head.
04Is this the front head?
No. It is the batter head, the one your pedal strikes. The front resonant head is sold separately.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Country of Origin
- United States
