Detail 01
Double-width pad
Covers both beater strike points at once, so the two beaters of a double pedal stay on-pad.
Product detailSKU #1273887993116
GibraltarDouble Bass Drum Impact Pad
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A rubber-backed patch that protects the bass drum head where a double pedal's two beaters strike. For double-kick players wearing through heads.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Double bass players who chew through batter heads every few months
- Protecting a new bass drum head before the first gig
- Adding a small attack click to a dead-sounding kick
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Single-pedal players who only need one strike point covered
- Anyone chasing a fully open, uncovered head tone
- Heads already dented or split — a pad won't repair damage
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
Adhesive backing
Sticks straight to the head. Once placed it's difficult to reposition cleanly, so measure your beater height first.
Detail 03
Impact-pad material
Adds mass at the strike zone, which slightly shortens sustain and sharpens the attack.
Detail 04
$9.99
Costs a fraction of a bass drum head, which is the whole point of using one.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Set beater height and pedal spacing before sticking it on — placement is one-shot
- 02Wipe the head clean; dust under the adhesive causes lifting
- 03Only fits bass drum batter heads, not toms or snare
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this work with a single pedal?
Yes, but it's sized for two beaters. A single beater will only use half of it. A single-width pad is cheaper and less of a tone change.
02Does it change the sound of my kick?
Slightly. The added mass at the strike point tightens the attack and takes a little sustain off. Most players find it a small, usable change.
03Can I remove it later?
It comes off, but adhesive residue on the head is common and the pad usually won't re-stick well. Treat it as a one-head commitment.
04Does it fit any brand of bass drum head?
Yes. It sticks to the head surface, so head brand and drum size don't matter — only that it's a bass drum batter head.
