Detail 01
Black dot in the center
Adds mass under the stick, cutting high overtones and sustain while reinforcing the most-struck area.
Product detailSKU #1274034491140
RemoControlled Sound Black Dot Batter Head - 12 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single-ply batter head with a black center dot for a 12-inch tom or snare. For drummers who want a controlled, focused attack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players wanting less ring and shorter sustain from a 12-inch drum
- Recording sessions where open toms wash out the mix
- Hard hitters who crack heads at the center of the batter
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers chasing long, open, singing tom sustain
- Anyone needing a resonant (bottom-side) head
- Drums that are not 12 inches
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
Batter head
This is the top head you hit. It does not replace the thinner resonant head on the drum's underside.
Detail 03
12 in.
Head size matches the drum shell diameter, not the hoop. Measure the shell to confirm.
Detail 04
Controlled Sound design
Trades openness for focus. Attack stays punchy, decay drops off faster than a plain single-ply head.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only. No tuning key, dampening rings, or hardware included
- 02Measure the shell diameter, not the rim, before ordering
- 03Expect to retune over a few days as a new head settles
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on a snare?
Yes, on a 12-inch snare. The center dot handles rimshots and center strikes well and keeps the sound focused.
02Does the black dot go on top or underneath?
The dot faces up, so you strike it directly. Mount the head with the dot visible.
03Will this make my tom sound dead?
No. It shortens sustain and trims overtones but keeps the fundamental note and attack.
04Do I need moongel or muffling with this?
Usually not. The dot already provides dampening. Add muffling only if the drum still rings more than you want.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
