Detail 01
Resonant (front) head
Goes on the side away from the pedal. It shapes decay and projection but is not what the beater strikes.
Product detailSKU #1274034479182
EvansEMAD Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch resonant bass drum head with a built-in damping ring and a black finish. For kick drums that need control without stuffing pillows inside.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging drummers who want consistent kick tone across rooms
- Studio kicks needing focused low end, minimal ring
- Kits where an internal muffle is a hassle to adjust
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting a wide-open, boomy jazz kick
- Anyone who needs a batter head — this mounts on the front
- Players who prefer tuning damping by hand with blankets
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 mounted damping ring
A foam ring around the edge kills unwanted overtones from outside the drum, so you can adjust it without removing the head.
Detail 03
22 in. size
Matches a 22-inch bass drum shell. The most common rock and pop kick size, but confirm yours before ordering.
Detail 04
Black film
Opaque, so it hides the shell interior and any internal muffling. Also reads well under stage lighting.
Detail 05
No pre-cut port hole
Solid head. If you mic inside the drum, you cut the hole yourself with a proper cutting tool.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cutting a mic port is permanent — mark and measure before you commit.
- 02Batter head is separate. A full kick change means buying two heads.
- 03Solid front head shifts mic technique toward outside placement or a hole.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need a port hole?
Only if you mic inside the drum or want more attack. Many players leave it solid and mic just outside the front head.
02Can I use this as a batter head?
No. Resonant heads are thinner and not built to take beater impact. Use a dedicated bass batter on the pedal side.
03Will I still need pillows inside?
Usually far less. The external damping ring handles most of the ring, so a light towel is often enough or nothing at all.
04Does it fit a 20-inch kick?
No. Head sizes are exact. A 22-inch head will not tension properly on a 20-inch shell.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
