Detail 01
28 inch
This is a concert bass drum size. Kit kick drums are typically 18 to 24 inches.
Product detailSKU #1274034491347
RemoRenaissance Emperor Bass Drum Heads 28 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 28-inch Renaissance Emperor bass drum head. Two-ply, translucent-finish head for concert and orchestral bass drums, not drum kit bass drums.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert bass drums in orchestra or wind ensemble settings
- Players needing a full, dark low end with controlled decay
- Replacing a cracked or stretched head on a large bass drum
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kick drums on a standard drum kit — wrong size entirely
- Players wanting a bright, papery, attack-forward concert tone
- Anyone whose drum measures anything other than 28 inches
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
Emperor weight
Two plies of film. More body, more low end, shorter sustain, and far more durable than single-ply.
Detail 03
Renaissance film
Textured translucent surface. Warmer and darker than a clear head, with a more complex tone.
Detail 04
Sold per side
A concert bass drum has two heads. Matching both sides costs twice this and takes twice the tuning.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the shell diameter — 28 inch means the drum, not the hoop.
- 02No tuning key, hardware, or mounting parts are included here.
- 03Large heads need careful, even tensioning to avoid wrinkles and dead spots.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my bass drum on a kit?
Almost certainly not. Kit kick drums run 18 to 24 inches. A 28-inch head is sized for a concert or marching bass drum.
02How is Renaissance different from a clear head?
Renaissance uses a textured translucent film. It's warmer and darker with more tonal complexity, where clear film gives you more attack and brightness.
03Do I need two of these?
If you want both sides replaced, yes. A concert bass drum has a batter head and a resonant head, and this covers one of them.
04Is Emperor too heavy for concert use?
It's a common concert choice. The second ply cuts overtones and adds low-end body, which is usually what a large concert bass drum wants.
