Detail 01
Single-pedal design
One strike zone only. A double pedal's second beater lands off the pad and wears the head bare.
Product detailSKU #1273887992977
GibraltarSingle Bass Drum Impact Pad
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A stick-on patch that protects a bass drum head where the beater strikes. For any kick drum with a single pedal.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Protecting a new bass drum head from beater wear
- Adding a consistent strike point for the beater
- Cheap insurance on a head you want to last
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Double pedal players who need two strike points
- Anyone hoping to change the drum's tuning or pitch
- Drummers who dislike the added attack it creates
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
Impact pad
Absorbs beater strikes so the head does not dent or split at the contact point.
Detail 03
Adhesive backing
Sticks directly to the batter head. Placement matters — it is difficult to reposition cleanly once set.
Detail 04
$6.49
Costs a fraction of a bass drum head, which is the point of using one.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Set beater height first, then place the pad where it actually lands
- 02Clean the head surface before sticking or the adhesive lifts
- 03It adds a bit of click to the attack — some players want that
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this change how my bass drum sounds?
Slightly. The pad adds a harder attack and a little more click at the strike point. The drum's overall tuning and pitch stay the same.
02Can I use it with a double pedal?
Not well. This is a single pad for one beater. A double pedal's second beater strikes outside the pad.
03Can I remove it later?
It is adhesive-backed and meant to stay put. Removing it may leave residue on the head.
04Does it work with any beater type?
Yes. Felt, plastic, and wood beaters all strike it the same way. Harder beaters are exactly the case it is there for.
