Detail 01
Crimplock hoop
A molded hoop that locks the head into marching hardware. Only fits drums built for Crimplock — it isn't a standard drum head.
Product detailSKU #1274034490717
RemoBlack Suede Emperor Tenor Drumhead with Crimplock Black Suede
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black suede Emperor tenor head with a Crimplock hoop, for marching tenor drums. Buy it if your drums use the Crimplock mounting system.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching tenor players replacing a worn head mid-season
- Drum lines wanting a darker, drier tenor sound outdoors
- Corps needing a black head to match a uniform kit look
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drums without Crimplock hoops — the mounting system must match
- Concert or kit toms; this is built for marching tension
- Players wanting maximum brightness and projection from tenors
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
Emperor (two-ply)
Two plies handle marching tension and hard sticking without denting, and tighten the note by cutting overtones.
Detail 03
Black Suede surface
Textured matte finish that damps high overtones for a darker, drier attack, plus a non-glare look on the field.
Detail 04
Tenor head
Built for the multi-drum tenor carrier, not snare or bass. Tension and film weight are matched to that role.
Detail 05
Sold individually
A tenor set is four to six drums. Outfitting a full set means ordering each diameter separately.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your drums use Crimplock — Remo's system is not cross-compatible with other marching hoops
- 02Head diameter must match each tenor drum in the set; sizes vary across one carrier
- 03No tuning key or hardware included; marching heads need high, even tension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit any marching tenor drum?
Only drums built for Remo's Crimplock system. The hoop is molded to that mount, so it won't seat on other marching hardware.
02What does the Black Suede surface do?
It's a textured matte film that cuts high overtones for a darker, drier sound, and it doesn't reflect stadium lights.
03Can I use this on a regular drum kit tom?
No. The Crimplock hoop replaces a standard head collar and needs matching marching hardware to mount.
04How many do I need for a tenor set?
One per drum. Tenor carriers usually hold four to six drums in different diameters, so you'll order several sizes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
