Detail 01
Emperor two-ply build
Two thin plies together. More durable and warmer than single-ply, with sustain shortened but not choked.
Product detailSKU #1274034490696
RemoBlack Suede Emperor Batter Drum Head 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch two-ply Emperor batter head with a black suede finish. For drummers wanting a warm, low, controlled floor tom with a matte look.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Floor toms that need depth and body without excess ring
- Players who want a dark, matte kit appearance
- Loud playing where a single-ply head would dent or break
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting bright, cutting attack from their toms
- Anyone after long, open sustain and high overtones
- Players who need a coated surface for brush work
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. Damps highs slightly for a darker tone and hides stick marks better than clear.
Detail 03
18 in. diameter
A floor tom size. Big enough for a deep, low note that sits under the rest of the kit.
Detail 04
Batter head
Goes on the stick side. Thicker than a resonant head and built to take repeated hits.
Detail 05
Black color
Cosmetic, not tonal on its own. Pairs with black hardware and dark-wrapped shells.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your shell at 18 inches across before ordering — hoop size differs
- 02Resonant head and tuning key are not included
- 03Suede texture is not coated — brushes won't produce a proper sweep sound
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is Black Suede the same as a coated head?
No. It's a textured matte film that darkens the tone, but it lacks the rough coating brushes need to work properly.
02Emperor or Pinstripe for toms?
Emperor keeps more sustain and body. Pinstripe damps harder for a shorter, drier note. Both are two-ply and durable.
03Will this work as a bass drum head?
18 inches is small for most bass drums but standard for floor toms. Match it to the shell you're actually re-heading.
04Does the black finish wear off?
The texture shows stick wear over time like any head. It hides marks better than a clear film does.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
