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Clear material
Nearly invisible on clear and coated heads alike, so it won't stand out on a front-facing drum.
Product detailSKU #1274034479705
EvansEQ Bass Drum Patch Clear
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A small clear adhesive patch that goes on the bass drum head where the beater strikes. Cheap insurance against wearing a hole through the head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Any kick drum played regularly with a hard beater
- Protecting a new bass head before the first session or gig
- Double-pedal players putting twice the wear on one spot
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a tone change — this is protection, not sound shaping
- Anyone who has already punched through the head; replace it first
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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Adhesive backing
Sticks directly to the head. Placement is essentially permanent — position it before pressing down.
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Single patch
Covers one beater contact point. Double pedals strike two spots and may need two.
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Applies to the batter side
Goes on the head you hit, not the resonant front head with the port hole.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Clean the head with alcohol first or the adhesive lifts within a few sessions
- 02Set your pedal, then mark where the beater actually lands before sticking
- 03One patch per package — double-pedal setups need a second
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Where exactly do I put it?
Rest the beater against the head with the pedal at rest, mark that contact point, and center the patch there. Getting it off-center defeats the purpose.
02Will it change my kick sound?
Minimally. It adds a touch of attack and slight dampening at the impact point, but it's a protection part, not a tone part.
03Can I move it after sticking it down?
Not cleanly. The adhesive is meant to stay put, and peeling it off can lift the head's coating. Place it once, carefully.
04Do I need one if I use a felt beater?
Less urgent than with plastic or wood beaters, but felt still wears a spot over time. It's inexpensive protection either way.
