Detail 01
18 in. size
Matches the bass drum shell diameter, not the depth. An 18" hoop fits only an 18" kick.
Product detailSKU #1273887992815
GibraltarWood Bass Drum Hoop 18 in. Natural Maple
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch natural maple bass drum hoop for a bass drum of matching diameter. A replacement or upgrade part for an existing kit, not a drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a cracked or chewed-up hoop on an 18" bass drum
- Matching a natural wood look across a kit's hardware
- Bop and compact kits built around an 18" kick
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone whose bass drum is not 18 inches across
- Players wanting a lacquered or wrapped hoop to match a finish
- Anyone needing a complete drum rather than a part
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
Wood, not metal
Wood hoops flex slightly with the head and take pedal clamp pressure without ringing like steel.
Detail 03
Maple
Dense and hard, so it resists denting where the pedal clamp bites and where beaters stray.
Detail 04
Natural finish
Bare wood look. It will not match a wrapped or colored kit unless the shells are also natural.
Detail 05
Sold as a hoop
One hoop, one side of the drum. A full front-and-batter swap needs two.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your bass drum diameter before ordering; depth does not matter here
- 02Claws, tension rods and inlay are separate unless your old ones transfer over
- 03Natural maple will vary slightly in grain and tone from other natural parts
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 20 inch bass drum?
No. Bass drum hoops are diameter-specific. This one fits 18" bass drums only. A 20" kick needs a 20" hoop.
02Do I get two hoops or one?
One hoop. If you are replacing both the batter and resonant side, you need two.
03Can I reuse my old claws and tension rods?
Usually yes, if they came off a standard 18" wood hoop. Inspect the claws for bends or worn felt before reinstalling.
04Is it finished or raw wood?
It ships in a natural maple finish, so the grain shows. Match it against natural-finish shells rather than wraps or solid colors.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
