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Marching bass drum head
Made for the higher tension and mallet strikes marching bass drums take. Not interchangeable with kit kick heads.
Product detailSKU #1274034479138
EvansMX2 Black Marching Bass Drum Head Black 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black marching bass drum head, 22 inches. For drum lines and marching percussion sections replacing a worn or damaged head on a 22-inch carrier drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a head on a 22-inch marching bass drum
- Drum lines that want a uniform black look across the section
- Outdoor playing where heads take heavy mallet impact
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum set kick drums, which use different heads
- Any marching bass drum that is not 22 inches
- Players who want a natural or white finish on 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.
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22 inch
Sized to a 22-inch shell. Marching bass sizes run in steps, so confirm which drum in the line this is.
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Black film
Opaque, so it hides the shell interior and matches black-headed sections visually.
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One head per package
Marching bass drums take a head on each side. Two are needed for a full change.
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Non-batter-specific naming
Marching bass drums are struck on both sides, so the same head works either face.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Marching bass drums use two heads; order a pair to match both sides
- 02No mallets, carrier or tension rods included
- 03Confirm the drum's stated size; carrier drums are labeled by shell diameter
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on a drum kit bass drum?
It is built for marching bass drums and their tension range. A kit kick head is the right part for a drum set.
02Do I need one or two?
Marching bass drums are played on both sides and take a head on each face. Buy two to change the whole drum.
03How do I know if my drum is 22 inches?
Measure straight across the top of the shell, edge to edge, ignoring the hoop and the old head's collar.
04Does the black finish affect the sound?
The finish is what you see; feel and thickness of the film drive the sound. Black is mainly a visual choice for the section.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
