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Fiberskyn material
A textured synthetic that reads warmer and drier than a plain film head, closer to hide in tone.
Product detailSKU #1274034490956
RemoFiberskyn S-Series Bongo Drum Head 8 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement bongo head, 8 inch, Fiberskyn. For players re-heading the larger drum of a bongo pair with a warm, hide-like synthetic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Re-heading the hembra (larger) drum of a standard bongo set
- Players who want hide warmth without weather-driven pitch drift
- Gigging percussionists moving between indoor and outdoor rooms
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing the 7-inch macho head — that is a separate size
- Players who specifically want real hide feel and response
- Bongos with non-standard mounting or diameters
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.
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S-Series construction
The mounting collar type determines fit. Confirm your drum takes S-Series before ordering.
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8 in. diameter
This is the hembra, the lower-pitched drum of the pair. The macho is smaller and needs its own head.
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Synthetic over natural hide
Tuning stays put when humidity changes. Natural hide loosens in damp rooms and needs constant retuning.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Head only. No rim, hardware, lugs or tuning wrench included
- 02Measure your existing head — bongo sizes vary between makers
- 03Re-heading one drum of a pair leaves a tonal mismatch until you do both
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 8 inch the big or small bongo?
The larger one, the hembra. Standard pairs run roughly 7 inch macho and 8 to 8.5 inch hembra, though sizes vary by maker.
02How does Fiberskyn compare to a clear head?
Warmer and drier with fewer high overtones. It sits closer to natural hide in tone than a plain synthetic film does.
03Do I need to replace both heads at once?
Not required, but a new head on one drum will sound brighter and more open than the older head on its partner.
04Will this work on my bongos?
Check both the diameter and the mounting style. Bongo hardware is not standardized across makers, so a same-size head may not seat.
