Detail 01
Resonant head
Mounts on the front, away from the pedal. It shapes sustain and decay, not attack.
Product detailSKU #1274034479661
EvansOnyx Resonant Bass Drum Head 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch resonant (front) bass drum head from Evans. For kit drummers replacing the front head on a 22-inch bass drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a torn or dead front head on a 22" kick
- Drummers who want a fresh resonant side without changing the batter
- Kits where the front head sets sustain and low-end decay
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers needing the batter head — this is the front side
- Bass drums that are not 22 inches
- Anyone wanting a pre-ported head out of the box
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
22 in.
Matches a 22-inch bass drum shell. Head size follows shell diameter, not rim or hoop measurement.
Detail 03
Onyx series
Evans' darker-finish line. Finish and film treatment change how much high end the head gives back.
Detail 04
Bass drum head
Built for the largest shell on the kit — thicker and less responsive than a tom head by design.
Detail 05
Sold as a single head
Covers one side of one drum. A full kick change needs a batter head too.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No port hole is cut — you cut it yourself or play it sealed
- 02Measure the shell diameter, not the hoop, before ordering
- 03Muffling pillows, rings and mounting hardware are not included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the front head or the one I hit?
The front. Resonant means the non-playing side, opposite the pedal. If you need the head your beater strikes, look for a batter bass drum head.
02Will it fit my 22-inch kick?
Yes, if your shell measures 22 inches across. Head sizes match shell diameter.
03Does it come with a hole already cut?
No. It ships solid. If you want a port for micing or muffling, you cut it yourself with a hole cutter.
04Do I need to change the batter head at the same time?
Not required, but an old batter head will limit what a new resonant head does. Many drummers change both together.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Body Shape
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