Detail 01
Coated
The textured layer takes some high-end off the attack, giving a warmer, drier tone than a clear head of the same weight.
Product detailSKU #1318372662974
RemoAmbassador Coated Bass Drum Head 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single-ply coated bass drum head for an 18-inch drum. Aimed at bop kits, compact setups, and drummers wanting an open, warm front or batter head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 18-inch bop and jazz kits needing an open, resonant note
- Compact gigging kits where a small bass drum still needs body
- Replacing a worn head with a warmer, less clicky attack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock players wanting a short, punchy thud
- Anyone needing built-in muffling — this has none
- Drums other than 18 inches; head size must match exactly
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
Single-ply Ambassador weight
Thinner than two-ply heads, so it rings longer and sounds more open. You add muffling if you want it tighter.
Detail 03
18 inch
Sized for an 18-inch bass drum shell. Measure the shell diameter, not the old head's printed size, if you're unsure.
Detail 04
Bass drum head
Built for bass drum tension and beater impact. Works as batter or resonant depending on which side you mount it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No muffling pillow, port, or ring included — add your own damping if needed
- 02Confirm your bass drum is 18 inches across the shell before ordering
- 03One head only. Batter and resonant sides need two separate purchases
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Batter side or front head?
Either. On the batter side it gives a warm, open attack; on the front it adds resonance. Many drummers run coated front, clear batter.
02Will it sound boomy?
Single-ply heads with no built-in muffling ring freely. If you want a shorter note, add a pillow or a felt strip inside the drum.
03Does coated wear faster than clear?
The coating does wear off where the beater strikes. That's cosmetic first, but it does change the tone gradually toward a clear head.
04How do I know my head size?
Measure the shell diameter, not the hoop or the old head. An 18-inch head fits an 18-inch shell only.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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