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Marching bass head
Made for a carried, two-sided bass drum struck with mallets, not a pedal-driven kick.
Product detailSKU #1274034479441
EvansMX1 Marching Bass Drum Head Black 20 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 20 in. black batter head for a marching bass drum. For drum lines re-heading carried bass drums.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bands and drum corps replacing a worn 20 in. bass head
- Outdoor use where heads take weather and heavy mallet contact
- Matching a black head across a full bass drum line
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kick drums on a drum kit — this is built for carried drums
- Anyone needing a white or clear head for a uniform look
- Other diameters; a 22 in. or 24 in. bass needs its own size
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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20 in. diameter
Fits a 20 in. shell. Bass lines run graduated sizes, so confirm which drum you are re-heading.
Detail 03
Black finish
Opaque rather than clear, so it reads dark on the field and hides mallet scuffs.
Detail 04
Batter head
One playing surface. A marching bass is struck on both sides, so one head does half the drum.
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Price per head
Sixty dollars a side, so re-heading an entire bass line is a real budget line item.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Head only — no hoops, tension rods, lugs or carrier hardware
- 02Both sides get played; buy two if you want a matched pair
- 03Tension evenly around the hoop, then re-check after the first full rehearsal
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this fit a 20 inch marching bass drum?
Yes. It is cut for a 20 in. shell diameter. Measure across the drum itself rather than the hoop.
02Do I need one or two of these?
A marching bass is played on both sides. Two gives you a matched pair; one covers a single side if only that head failed.
03Can I use this as a kick drum head?
It is built for a carried marching bass struck with mallets, not a pedal beater. A kit bass drum head is the better match.
04Is the black purely cosmetic?
Mostly. It is an opaque black film instead of clear, and it hides scuffs from mallets and transport better than a light head.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
