Detail 01
26 in.
Measured across the shell, not the old head. A 26 head will not fit a 24 or 28 drum.
Product detailSKU #1274034479871
EvansMX1 White Marching Bass Drum Head 26 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 26-inch white marching bass drum head for outdoor corps and parade use. Buy it if you need a replacement batter or front head for a 26 marching bass.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn head on a 26-inch marching bass
- Drumlines that want a uniform white look on the field
- Schools stocking spare heads for a marching season
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Concert bass drums, which use different heads and sizes
- Any drum that is not 26 inches
- Kit players looking for a kick drum 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
Marching bass head
Built for the tension and outdoor abuse of a carried bass drum, not a kick drum in a kit.
Detail 03
White finish
Opaque rather than clear, so it matches most drumline uniforms and hides the shell interior.
Detail 04
Sold as a single head
Covers one side of the drum. A full rehead of a marching bass takes two.
Detail 05
Price under $70
Replacing both sides of a 26 is roughly a $130 job, worth budgeting before the season.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your shell diameter first; marching bass sizes step in two-inch increments
- 02One head only, no hoop, lugs, tension rods, or drum key included
- 03Plan time to seat and tune the head evenly before a performance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the batter side or the front?
It works on either side of a marching bass drum. Many players run matching heads on both sides for an even look and feel.
02Will this fit my 24-inch bass drum?
No. Drum heads are size-specific. A 26-inch head needs a 26-inch shell.
03Do I get two heads?
No, this is one head. Order two if you are replacing both sides of the drum.
04What do I need to install it?
A drum key to back off and retension the rods, and a flat surface to work on. Nothing else is required.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
