Detail 01
Powerstroke 3 design
An underlay ring at the edge damps overtones from the perimeter, so the drum focuses without adding pillows or tape.
Product detailSKU #1274034490641
RemoPowerstroke 3 Ebony Resonant Bass Drum Head 22 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22 in. black Remo Powerstroke 3 front head for a bass drum. Replacement resonant head for a standard 22 in. kick.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Refreshing the front head on a 22 in. kick drum
- Kits where the front head shows and a black finish is wanted
- Players who want less ring without stuffing the drum full
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers who need a pre-cut port hole out of the box
- Batter-side duty — this is built as the front head
- Anyone wanting a fully open, long-sustaining kick tone
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
Resonant side
Faces the audience and shapes decay and low end. It is not struck, so it outlasts a batter head by a long stretch.
Detail 03
Ebony film
Black rather than clear or white. Purely visual on the front head, and it hides the inside of the shell.
Detail 04
22 in.
Matches a 22 in. bass drum shell. Head diameter follows the drum, so a 20 or 24 in. kick needs its own size.
Detail 05
Single ply with inlay ring
Lighter than a full two-ply head, so it still breathes and moves air instead of sounding completely dead.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No port hole — cutting one needs a proper hole cutter, and it cannot be undone
- 02Head only; no hoop, claws, tension rods or logo badge included
- 03Front heads tune low and loose — over-tightening brings back the ring you are removing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it come with a hole in it?
No. It arrives as a solid head. If you want mic access or a shorter decay, you cut the port yourself with a hole cutter, ideally off-center.
02Can I use it as the batter head?
It is built for the front side. Powerstroke 3 batter heads are made for pedal impact; put this one on the resonant side and use a batter model up front of the beater.
03How does it change the sound?
The edge ring cuts perimeter overtones, giving a shorter, more focused decay than a plain single-ply front head while keeping low-end body.
04How tight should I tune it?
Just past wrinkle-free is the usual starting point. Go tighter for more sustain and pitch, looser for a fatter, shorter note.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Black
