Detail 01
Emperor two-ply
Two layers of film. More durable than single-ply, with less overtone ring and a shorter decay.
Product detailSKU #1274034491399
RemoBlack Suede Emperor Batter Drum Head 13 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Two-ply black batter head with a matte suede surface, sized for a 13-inch tom. For drummers wanting durability and a controlled attack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard hitters who go through single-ply tom heads
- Drummers wanting a darker, shorter tom note
- Anyone matching a black-hardware or blacked-out kit look
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing long, open, ringing tom sustain
- Brush players — suede is textured but not a coated brush surface
- Anyone needing a resonant bottom head instead
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 film
Opaque, so it hides the shell interior and reads solid black on stage under lights.
Detail 03
Suede finish
Matte, slightly textured surface. It cuts glare and takes a little edge off the stick attack.
Detail 04
Batter head
This is the top head you actually strike. The bottom resonant head is a separate purchase.
Detail 05
13 in. size
Measured across the shell, not the rim. A 13-inch tom or a 13-inch rack tom takes this.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only — a full tom setup needs a bottom head too
- 02No tuning key or dampening rings included
- 03Two-ply heads need less muffling; pull tape before adding more
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 13-inch snare?
It fits the diameter. It is built as a tom batter, so it is thicker and darker than a typical snare head, with less crack.
02How does it compare to a clear Emperor?
Same two-ply build. The suede surface is matte instead of glossy and takes a bit of brightness off the attack.
03Can I use brushes on it?
The suede surface has some texture, but it is not a coated head. Brush sweep response will be limited.
04Does black film change the sound?
The color itself is cosmetic. The two-ply construction and suede surface are what shorten the sustain and soften the attack.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
