Detail 01
13 inch
Sized to a 13" shell. Common on smaller snares and on rack toms in fusion setups.
Product detailSKU #1274034479001
EvansPower Center Head 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
13" head sized for a snare drum. A basic replacement batter for a rack tom or snare that has gone dull or dented.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn head on a 13" snare or rack tom
- Stocking a spare so a dented head doesn't end a gig
- Practice kits where a fresh head matters more than the brand tier
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers chasing a specific pre-dampened or two-ply feel
- Snare-side use under the wires
- Players needing a clear head for a see-through look
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
Batter head
Top, playing side. It takes the stick contact and sets attack and feel.
Detail 03
Head thickness and ply count
This determines stick rebound and how long it survives rimshots. Check the packaging before you commit.
Detail 04
No built-in damping ring
You control ring with tape or a gel, rather than the head deciding it for you.
Detail 05
Under $30
Cheap enough to replace on a schedule instead of playing a dead head for a year.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Single head, no hoop, no tension rods, no drum key.
- 02Measure the shell diameter, not the hoop or the old head's outer edge.
- 03A new head needs seating and a full tune-up before it settles in pitch.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I measure for a 13" head?
Measure straight across the top of the bare shell, edge to edge. Ignore the hoop. That measurement is the head size.
02Can this go on the bottom of my snare?
No. Snare-side heads are much thinner so the wires respond. Use this on top as a batter.
03How often should I replace a snare head?
When it dents visibly, loses pitch between songs, or sounds dull no matter how you tune it. Gigging players go through them fastest.
04Do I need a drum key?
Yes, and one is not included. You need it to remove the old head and tension the new one evenly.
