Detail 01
Snare side
The bottom head the wires sit against. Very thin by design — never strike it with a stick.
Product detailSKU #1274034490577
Remo12" Emperor Hazy Snare Side Drum Head 12 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 12-inch hazy snare-side head for the bottom of a 12-inch snare. Thicker than standard snare-side film, aimed at durability and a fatter response.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a torn or dented bottom snare head
- Hard hitters who split thin snare-side heads
- Drummers wanting slightly less snare buzz and more body
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a top playing head — this is not a batter
- Players chasing maximum wire sensitivity and crisp response
- Drums other than 12-inch snares
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
Hazy finish
Frosted rather than clear. Slightly warmer and less overtone than a clear snare-side film.
Detail 03
Emperor snare-side build
Thicker than a standard snare-side head. Longer life and a fatter, slightly less sensitive snare response.
Detail 04
12 inch
Fits a 12-inch snare only. Popular size for piccolo and auxiliary snares, not a standard 14-inch.
Detail 05
Head thickness vs sensitivity
More film means fewer ghost-note details but better tolerance for rimshots, cross-sticking and stray hits.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bottom head only — the batter head is a separate purchase
- 02Snare-side heads tune high and tear easily; seat it before cranking tension
- 03Loosen the snare wires fully before removing the old head
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I play on this head?
No. Snare-side heads are extremely thin and mount on the bottom, under the wires. A stick hit will tear it.
02What is the difference between hazy and clear?
Hazy is frosted film. It sounds slightly warmer with fewer overtones. Clear is a touch brighter and more open. The difference is subtle.
03Will this fit my 14-inch snare?
No. It fits 12-inch snares only. Measure the shell diameter, not the hoop, and buy the matching size.
04Does a thicker snare-side head kill sensitivity?
It reduces fine detail slightly compared to a standard snare-side head, and trades some ghost-note response for durability and a fuller sound.
