Detail 01
10-mil single-ply ebony film
Defines the head’s film thickness, finish, and single-ply build.

Independent shopping perspective
For a 20-inch bass drum, the Ambassador SMT Ebony is a single-ply 10-mil ebony batter head with a center dot and built-in overtone management. Its integrated Sub Muff'l dampening ring reduces sustain while allowing the drum’s natural character through. Expect a clear attack with balanced high and mid frequencies behind a deeper low-end response. The design is intended to keep its focused, punchy definition consistent when the drum is tuned for different playing situations.

Strong match
What matters in use
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 01
Defines the head’s film thickness, finish, and single-ply build.
Detail 02
Controls overtones and sustain within the head itself.
Detail 03
Adds durability to the head.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It is specified as a batter bass drumhead.
Its Sub Muff'l Technology incorporates an integrated dampening ring.
Reference
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