Detail 01
Clear (not coated)
Brighter attack and more sustain than a coated head. No texture, so brushes won't work on it.
Product detailSKU #1274034490923
RemoDiplomat Clear Batter 12 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Clear single-ply 12 in. tom batter head from Remo's entry-level line. For drummers replacing a stock head or wanting brighter, more open toms.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing worn stock heads on a starter or practice kit
- Drummers who want open sustain and bright attack from toms
- Cheap experimentation with tom tuning before buying pricier heads
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Hard hitters — single-ply clear heads dent and split faster
- Players wanting short, controlled, muffled tom decay
- Anyone needing a snare-side or resonant head — this is a batter
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
More open and resonant than two-ply, but thinner — less durable under heavy sticking.
Detail 03
Batter head
The head you hit, top side. Not made to be a bottom resonant head.
Detail 04
12 in.
Measured by drum shell diameter, not the hoop. A 12 in. tom takes a 12 in. head.
Detail 05
Diplomat line
Remo's thinnest film series. The most open and sensitive of their standard heads.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only. No tuning key, damping rings, or hardware included.
- 02Measure your shell diameter — hoop size is larger and will mislead you.
- 03New heads stretch. Expect to retune after the first hour of playing.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 12 inch tom?
Yes, if the drum's shell measures 12 inches across. Head sizes match shell diameter, not the rim or hoop.
02Clear or coated for toms?
Clear gives brighter attack and longer sustain. Coated is warmer and slightly darker, and it's the one you need for brushwork.
03How long will it last?
Depends entirely on how hard you hit. Single-ply heads are the least durable of the standard options and dent under heavy playing.
04Can I use this on the bottom of the drum?
It's built as a batter head for the top. Resonant heads are thinner and made for the underside.
