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Bahia Bass head
Voiced toward the low end, so the drum leans deep and round rather than bright and slappy.
Product detailSKU #1279141555462
RemoIrish Bodhran Drum with Bahia Bass Head 16 x 4.5 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 16-inch Remo bodhran with a Bahia Bass head. For Irish and Celtic players who want a deep, controlled tone from a modern synthetic-style head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Irish trad sessions needing a low, steady pulse
- Celtic and folk recording where a deep drum voice sits under fiddle
- Players in changing rooms and climates who want stable tuning
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners on a tight budget — cheaper starter bodhrans exist
- Players wanting a bright, papery traditional skin sound
- Anyone needing a hand-played frame drum rather than a tipper drum
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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16-inch diameter
The common session size — full low tone, still small enough to hold comfortably on the knee.
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4.5-inch depth
Enough shell to give the note body while leaving room for your back hand to press and bend pitch.
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Around $263
Mid-tier pricing — above starter bodhrans, aimed at players gigging or recording regularly.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check whether a tipper is included; bodhrans are played with a beater
- 02No case or stand comes with it
- 03Pitch control comes from your back hand on the head — practice that before judging the tone
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need a tipper for this?
Yes. A bodhran is played with a double-ended beater, not the hands. Confirm one is in the box before ordering.
02Is 16 inches the right size?
It is the standard session size — deep enough for a full tone, small enough to hold on your knee for long sets.
03How is this different from a skin bodhran?
The Bahia Bass head gives a deeper, more consistent voice and holds its tuning through humidity and temperature swings better than natural skin.
04How do I change the pitch while playing?
Press your back hand against the underside of the head. More pressure raises the note; releasing drops it back down.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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