Detail 01
Black dot on the underside
Damps the center where you strike most. On a 10-inch head this is a big share of the surface, so the effect is pronounced.
Product detailSKU #1295731719152
RemoControlled Sound X With Black Dot On Bottom 10 in. Coated
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
10-inch coated tom head with an underside black dot. Tightens up the fast, high-pitched rack tom that most often rings out of control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small rack toms that get pingy at high tuning
- Fusion kits where tight, quick tom notes matter
- Live stages where small toms feed back into mics
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers who want a small tom to sing and sustain
- Resonant-side use — this is a batter head only
- Anyone after an open, uncoated jazz tom voice
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
Coated surface
Takes the edge off stick attack and gives a drier tone than a clear head at the same tuning.
Detail 03
10 in.
Fits a 10-inch rack tom only. Head sizing is exact — a 10 will not stretch onto a 12.
Detail 04
Controlled Sound X
Heavier film than standard Controlled Sound. More durable under hard playing, with faster decay built in.
Detail 05
Small-diameter head
Small toms already have short natural decay. Combined with the dot, expect a very punchy, quick note.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the shell measures 10 inches across the bearing edge
- 02One head per package — no drum key included
- 03Small heads need careful even tensioning; they go sharp fast
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a 10-inch head too damped with a dot?
It's noticeably drier than a plain coated head. If your 10 already sounds choked, a standard coated head suits it better.
02Can I use this as a resonant head?
No. It's a batter head. A dot on the bottom side of the drum would kill resonance and defeat the point of the reso head.
03Why does this cost more than the 14-inch version?
Head pricing follows production and stock, not just size. Smaller sizes are made in lower volume and often aren't cheaper.
04Will it change my tuning range?
Yes. The heavier film lowers the fundamental slightly, so you may need more tension to reach the same pitch.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
