Detail 01
MX2 two-ply construction
Two plies damp overtones and shorten decay, giving a tighter articulated thump instead of a long boom.
Product detailSKU #1274034479680
EvansMX2 Black Marching Bass Drum Head Black 16 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
16-inch marching bass drum head in Evans' two-ply black MX2 series. For marching bass lines that want short, punchy notes with a dark look.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching band bass lines needing a controlled, focused note
- Drum corps sections matching a black hardware and head look
- Replacing a worn head on an existing 16-inch marching bass drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kit drummers — this is a marching bass head, not a kick head
- Players wanting long, open sustain from the bass drum
- Anyone whose drum is not 16 inches across the shell
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
16 in. diameter
Measured across the shell, not the rim. A 16 sits at the small, high-pitched end of a bass line.
Detail 03
Black film
Cosmetic. Matches black-hardware drums and reads darker under stadium lights than a white or frost head.
Detail 04
Marching bass head, not batter/reso kit head
Built for the tension and outdoor beating a marching bass takes, mounted horizontally and struck from the side.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the shell diameter, not the old head's outer hoop, before ordering
- 02One head only — a marching bass needs two for both sides
- 03Marching bass heads seat and stretch; retune after the first rehearsal
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this for one side or both sides of the drum?
One head. A marching bass drum is played on both sides, so you need two if you're replacing the full drum.
02Can I use this on a drum kit bass drum?
It's designed for marching bass drums. Diameters and playing angle differ from a kick drum, so it's not the intended fit.
03Does black film sound different from clear or white?
The MX2 tone comes from the two-ply build. Black here is a finish choice for matching a section's look.
04How do I know what size head my drum needs?
Measure straight across the top of the shell with the head off. That number is your head size.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
