Detail 01
Snare side
Goes on the bottom, under the snare wires. Thin by design so the wires respond; it is not a playing surface.
Product detailSKU #1274034491243
Remo12" Emperor Hazy Snare Side Drum Head 13 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hazy snare side head from Remo's Emperor line, for the bottom of a 13-inch snare. For drummers wanting more body and less snare buzz.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a torn or dented bottom head on a 13-inch snare
- Drummers chasing a fatter, less papery snare response
- Kits where sympathetic snare buzz needs reining in
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing the top head you actually hit
- Players wanting maximum snare sensitivity at low volumes
- 14-inch snares, the most common size
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
Frosted rather than clear. Slightly warmer and drier than a clear resonant head, with a touch less ring.
Detail 03
Emperor snare side
Heavier than a standard snare side head. Trades some crispness and sensitivity for more body and durability.
Detail 04
13 in.
Fits 13-inch snares only. Note that many kits ship with 14-inch snares — check before ordering.
Detail 05
Bottom-head tuning
Snare side heads run tighter than batters. Tension drives how crisp or choked the wires sound.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your snare is 13 inches — measure the shell, not the hoop
- 02Head only; snare wires, strainer and tuning key not included
- 03Tension in small increments — snare side heads tear easily if overtightened
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which side does this go on?
The bottom, under the snare wires. The head you strike is the batter head — that's a separate purchase.
02Will this fit my 14-inch snare?
No. This is a 13-inch head. Snare side heads must match the shell diameter exactly.
03Why hazy instead of clear?
Hazy is a frosted film. Compared to clear, it reads slightly warmer and drier, with a little less high-end ring from the bottom head.
04How often should I replace a snare side head?
When it dents, dimples under the wires, or loses tension. Bottom heads outlast batters but go dull and lose snap over time.
