Detail 01
Resonant head
Goes on the front of the kick, away from the pedal. It shapes sustain and tone, not feel.
Product detailSKU #1274034490659
RemoEbony Ambassador Resonant Bass Drum Head 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch black resonant head for the front of a bass drum. For players building or refinishing a small kick with no port.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Front head on an 18-inch bass drum
- Matching a black-wrap or all-black kit visually
- Players who want a full, resonant kick with no muffling
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a pre-cut port hole for a mic
- Use as a batter head — it is not built for beater impact
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
Ambassador weight
Single-ply medium weight. Open and full, with more ring than a thicker or pre-muffled front head.
Detail 03
Ebony film
Black film is thicker-looking but tuned the same. The main difference from clear is appearance.
Detail 04
18 in.
For an 18-inch kick — common on jazz, bop, and compact kits, not standard 22-inch rock sizes.
Detail 05
No port hole
Solid head. Micing from the front requires cutting a hole yourself or using an outside mic.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No port hole — cutting one yourself is permanent
- 02Head only; hoop, claws, and tension rods are not included
- 03Tune low and even; a resonant head at high tension chokes the kick
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 20-inch bass drum?
No. Bass drum heads must match the shell diameter. An 18 in. head only fits an 18 in. kick.
02Can I cut a port hole in it?
Yes. Use a proper drum head hole cutter for a clean edge. Cutting is permanent and off-center holes affect tone.
03Is this the head I kick?
No. This is the resonant front head. The batter head, which takes the beater, is a separate purchase.
04Does black film sound different from clear?
Not meaningfully. Ebony and clear Ambassadors share the same single-ply construction. The difference is visual.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Black
