Detail 01
5.5" port hole
Lets a mic sit inside the drum and shortens sustain slightly by letting air escape on each hit.
Product detailSKU #1274034491050
RemoAmbassador Bass Drum Head With 5.5" Port Hole Ebony 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
18" bass drum head with a factory-cut 5.5" port, in black. For players who want a pre-ported front head without cutting one themselves.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 18" bass drums needing a front head with mic access
- Players who want a clean, factory-cut port hole
- Matching a black wrap or all-black drum aesthetic
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a fully sealed, un-ported front head
- Bass drums that are not 18 inches
- Players wanting a batter-side head — this is the front
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
Ambassador weight
Remo's single-ply standard weight. More open and resonant than a thicker two-ply head.
Detail 03
18 in. size
Measures the drum shell diameter, not the rim. An 18" drum takes an 18" head, no exceptions.
Detail 04
Ebony film
Black tinted film instead of clear. Slightly darker look; a clear head shows the drum interior.
Detail 05
Resonant (front) head
Goes on the side you face, not the side you kick. The batter head is a separate purchase.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the shell diameter, not the outside of the hoop, before ordering
- 02Batter head is separate — this only covers the front side
- 03You will need a drum key to tension it evenly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to cut a hole in this head?
No. The 5.5" port is already cut at the factory, so it is ready to mount and mic.
02Can I use this as the batter head?
No. This is a resonant front head with a port hole. Use a dedicated batter head on the kick side.
03Will this fit a 20" or 22" kick?
No. It is sized for an 18" bass drum only.
04Does a port hole change the sound?
Yes. Air escaping through the port cuts some sustain and gives a shorter, more controlled note.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Black
