Detail 01
Two-ply Emperor construction
Two layers of film. More durable than single-ply, with a shorter decay and stronger low-mid body.
Product detailSKU #1274034491067
RemoBlack Suede Emperor Batter Drum Head 12 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
12-inch two-ply batter head with a black suede finish for rack toms. Two plies of textured film for a warm, controlled note at lower volume.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rack tom on a kit that needs punch without long ring
- Studio work where tom sustain fights the mix
- Drummers who want two-ply durability with a softer attack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing bright, open, long-sustaining toms
- Anyone wanting maximum stick attack and cut on a loud stage
- Snare-side or resonant applications
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
Black Suede finish
Textured matte film. Warmer and darker than clear, with a softened attack and slightly lower volume.
Detail 03
12 in. size
Measure the shell diameter, not the old head. A 12-inch rack tom takes a 12-inch head.
Detail 04
Batter side
Strike side only. The resonant head underneath is a separate purchase and controls sustain from below.
Detail 05
Textured surface
The suede texture takes brushes, though the two-ply thickness means less sensitivity than a single-ply coated head.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Head only. No tension rods, hoop, resonant head, or drum key included
- 02Two-ply heads seat slowly, retune after the first few playing sessions
- 03Suede texture shows a wear spot at the strike zone over time
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is this different from a clear Emperor?
Same two-ply build. The suede film is darker and slightly quieter, with a softer attack and less high-end than clear.
02Will this fit a 12-inch snare?
Diameter matches, but this is a tom-voiced batter head. A snare batter is built for snare response and stick definition.
03Does it need muffling?
Usually not. The two-ply construction already shortens sustain. Add muffling only if your shell rings more than you want.
04Is it durable for hard hitting?
Two-ply film handles harder playing than single-ply. It's the standard choice when you're denting thinner heads.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
