Detail 01
Clear film
Brighter attack and longer sustain than a coated head. More stick definition, less warmth.
Product detailSKU #1274034490657
RemoClear Ambassador Head 12 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
12 in. clear single-ply Remo Ambassador tom head. The standard open, resonant batter or resonant head for most kits.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rack toms needing open sustain and clear attack
- Replacing worn stock heads on an entry or mid kit
- Studio work where tom sustain is wanted
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Hard hitters who want durability over sustain
- Players wanting muffled, short, controlled tom tone
- Anyone needing a coated surface for brushes
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
Single ply
Thinner and more open than two-ply heads. More sustain and overtones, less dent resistance.
Detail 03
Ambassador weight
Remo's medium single-ply. The default reference tom head — sits between thin Diplomat and heavier Emperor.
Detail 04
12 in. size
Matches a 12 in. tom shell. Measure the shell, not the outer rim of the hoop.
Detail 05
Tom head
Works as either the batter (top) or resonant (bottom) head on a 12 in. tom.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only — a tom needs top and bottom heads replaced separately
- 02Measure shell diameter, not the hoop, before ordering
- 03Single-ply clear heads dent faster under heavy sticks
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Clear or coated Ambassador for toms?
Clear gives brighter attack and longer sustain. Coated gives a warmer, slightly shorter tone and allows brush work. Clear is the more common tom choice.
02Can I use this on the bottom of my tom?
Yes. A clear Ambassador is a very common resonant head. Tuning it slightly higher than the batter tightens up the pitch.
03Is one head enough for my tom?
Only if you are replacing one side. A full tom rehead needs a batter and a resonant head, bought separately.
04Will this hold up to hard playing?
It is a medium single-ply, so it dents and stretches faster than a two-ply head under heavy sticks. Heavier players often prefer an Emperor.
