Detail 01
28 inch
One of the larger sizes in a bass line, typically the bottom-voiced drum. Must match your shell exactly.
Product detailSKU #1274034479369
EvansMX1 White Marching Bass Drum Head 28 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 28 inch white marching bass drum head for a corps or school drumline. Batter-side replacement for a large marching bass.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn head on a 28 inch marching bass
- Drumlines matching all-white heads across the bass section
- Outdoor field shows needing projection from a large drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kit drummers — this is not a kick drum head
- Anyone whose drum is not 28 inch; sizes do not stretch
- Players wanting a graphic or logo head for stage
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 a horizontally mounted drum struck from both sides, not a kick pedal.
Detail 03
White finish
Standard drumline look. Shows dirt and mallet marks more than black over a season.
Detail 04
Batter head
One side only. A 28 inch drum takes two heads if you are replacing both.
Detail 05
MX series
Evans marching line, so it is built for outdoor tension and mallet impact rather than kit dynamics.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head — replacing both sides of the drum means buying two
- 02Marching bass drums need high, even tension; budget time to seat it
- 03Measure the shell diameter before ordering; 28 and 26 look similar
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as a kick drum head?
No. It is sized and built for a marching bass drum. Kick drums use different sizes and construction for pedal impact.
02Do I need two of these for one drum?
Yes if you are replacing both sides. Marching bass drums are played on both heads, so they wear on both sides.
03How is a 28 inch measured?
Across the drum shell diameter, not the hoop or the old head's outer edge. Measure the shell before ordering.
04Will white match the rest of my line?
White is the common drumline finish, but shades vary between brands. Matching within one brand is the safe route.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
