Detail 01
18 in.
Head size must match your drum's shell diameter, not the hoop or the rim measurement. Measure the shell before ordering.
Product detailSKU #1274034479259
EvansMX2 Black Marching Bass Drum Head Black 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
18-inch black marching bass head from Evans' MX2 line. For marching percussion sections wanting a darker attack and controlled sustain on a small bass drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching band bass drum lines needing a defined, focused attack
- Replacing a worn or split head on an 18-inch marching bass
- Drum lines that want a black head to match the rest of the section
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum set kick drums — this is cut for marching bass hardware
- Any drum that isn't 18 inches across the shell
- Concert bass drum, which wants a more open, resonant 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 stick impact of a carried bass drum, not the softer beater strike of a kick pedal.
Detail 03
MX2
Two-ply construction. More plies means less sustain and more durability than a single-ply head.
Detail 04
Black
Coated film, so slightly warmer and less bright than a clear head of the same thickness.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only. A marching bass needs two if you're replacing both sides
- 02Measure the shell diameter, not the outer hoop, to confirm 18 inches
- 03You'll need a drum key and time to seat and tune it evenly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this fit an 18-inch kick drum on a drum set?
It's built for marching bass drums. The diameter may match, but the head is designed for stick impact rather than a pedal beater, so it isn't the right choice for a kit.
02Is one head enough for a marching bass drum?
This is a single head. A marching bass has a batter side and a resonant side, so you'd need two to redo the whole drum.
03Why black instead of clear?
The black film reads slightly darker and less bright than clear, and it gives the drum line a uniform look across the section.
04How do I know what size head I need?
Measure straight across the top of the drum shell itself, excluding the hoop. That measurement is the head size.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
