Detail 01
Crimped hoop
The head is locked into an aluminum channel. It must match a crimped-collar drum; it will not fit Crimplock hardware.
Product detailSKU #1274034491393
RemoBlack Max Crimped Marching Snare Drum Head Ebony 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Marching snare batter head with a black film and crimped hoop. For 14-inch marching snares that use a crimped-collar head, not free-floating drums.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching snare players wanting a darker, less bright attack
- Replacing a worn head on a 14-inch crimped-hoop marching snare
- Outdoor field use where a heavy, high-tension head is needed
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kit drummers — marching heads are far thicker and tighter
- Crimplock-mounted marching snares, which need a different hoop system
- Anyone wanting a warm, resonant studio snare sound
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
14 inch
This is the head diameter, measured across the shell, not across the rim. A 14-inch drum takes a 14-inch head.
Detail 03
Black film
Darker, drier attack than a clear head, with less high-end ring. Also hides stick marks better.
Detail 04
Marching snare head
Built for very high tension. It will feel stiff and unforgiving on a standard drum kit snare.
Detail 05
Batter head
This is the top head you strike. It does not replace the bottom snare-side head.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check whether your drum uses crimped or Crimplock hoops — they are not interchangeable
- 02One head only. No snare-side head, tuning key, or hardware included
- 03Detension the old head evenly before removal to avoid warping the hoop
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my Crimplock marching snare?
No. This is the crimped version. Crimplock drums use a plastic collar that snaps into the drum's own hoop system, and the two mounting styles are not compatible.
02Can I use this on a regular drum set snare?
It will physically sit on a 14-inch snare, but marching heads are built for extreme tension. On a kit it feels stiff and sounds choked at normal tuning.
03Does black film change the sound?
Yes. The coating adds mass and damping, so you get a drier, darker attack with less overtone ring than a clear head.
04Is this the top or bottom head?
Top. This is the batter head you play on. The snare-side head underneath is a separate, much thinner head.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
