Detail 01
Coated surface
The coating damps the highest overtones, so notes sound rounder and less glassy than a clear head.
Product detailSKU #1274034490953
RemoCoated Topside Banjo Head 11-2/16 In Medium
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement banjo head, 11-2/16 inch, coated, medium crown. For players re-heading an open-back or resonator banjo that takes this diameter.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn or dented banjo head on a same-size pot
- Players wanting a warmer, less bright tone than clear or frosted
- Standard bluegrass and old-time setups at 11-2/16 in.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing maximum brightness and cut from their banjo
- Anyone whose pot measures a different diameter
- Drummers — this is a banjo head, not a drum head
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
Medium crown, 7/16 inch
Crown height sets how the head sits over the tone ring. Medium is the common fit for most banjos.
Detail 03
11-2/16 in. diameter
Head size must match your pot exactly. Measure the outside rim, not the playing surface.
Detail 04
Low crown, 3/8 inch
Sits lower over the tone ring. Wrong crown height means the head won't seat or tension correctly.
Detail 05
High crown, 1/2 inch
Sits higher. Crown is a fit spec, not a tone upgrade — order what your banjo takes.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm both diameter and crown height against your existing head before ordering
- 02Head only. No tension hoop, hooks, brackets or bridge included
- 03You will need a bracket wrench to remove and retension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I know if I need medium crown?
Pull your current head and read the crown height stamped on the flesh hoop, or measure from the flange to the top of the crown. Medium is 7/16 inch.
02Does a coated head sound different from a clear one?
Yes. The coating takes off some top-end sizzle, giving a warmer, slightly drier tone with less ring.
03Will this fit an 11-inch banjo?
This is 11-2/16 in. Banjo head sizes are not interchangeable — a nominal 11-inch pot may need a different head. Measure before ordering.
04How tight should I tension it?
Tighten the brackets gradually in a star pattern so the head seats evenly. Uneven tensioning warps the head and kills tone.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsOther
- High
- 1/2 inch
- Low
- 3/8 inch
- Medium
- 7/16 inch
