Detail 01
12 in.
Matches shell diameter, not rim outside. Measure across the bare shell before ordering.
Product detailSKU #1289600495595
EvansSystem Blue Marching Tenor Drum Head 12 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single 12-inch marching tenor head in blue. For corps and marching band players replacing one drum in a tenor set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a cracked head mid-season on a marching tenor
- Matching blue heads across a full tenor configuration
- Outdoor field playing where high tension is needed
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Concert toms or drum set rack toms of the same size
- Players wanting a resonant, warm indoor tom sound
- Anyone needing a full set of heads in one purchase
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 tenor head
Built to hold pitch under far higher tension than a drum set head, so it stays articulate outdoors.
Detail 03
Blue color
Cosmetic only. Marching lines usually run one color across the whole tenor arc for a uniform look.
Detail 04
Single head
Tenor drums are single-headed, so this covers one drum. A four- or five-drum set needs several sizes.
Detail 05
Price point
Cheap enough to keep spares in the equipment truck, which is how most programs buy these.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Only one head is included. Count your drums and sizes first.
- 02Check your tenor set's remaining sizes so the blue finish matches.
- 03Tension rods and lugs are not included; reuse your existing hardware.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 12-inch drum set tom?
It will physically fit a 12-inch shell, but it is made for marching tension and will sound tight and dry on a rack tom. Use a drum set head instead.
02How many heads do I need for a full tenor set?
One per drum. Most tenor configurations run four to six drums, each a different diameter, so you buy each size separately.
03Do I need a bottom head too?
No. Marching tenors are single-headed drums, so the batter head is the only one.
04Is the blue just cosmetic?
Yes. The color does not change how it sounds or how it tunes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
