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Emperor two-ply
Two layers of film. Shorter sustain, more durability, and a fatter attack than a comparable single-ply head.
Product detailSKU #1274034491198
RemoRenaissance Emperor, Crimplock Marching batter Head 13 in. Renaissance
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 13-inch two-ply Renaissance marching batter head in a Crimplock hoop. For marching snare players replacing a worn top head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching snare players who want a warmer, less cutting attack
- Corps and band drums already fitted with Crimplock hoops
- Anyone who beats through single-ply heads in a season
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum kit snares with standard tuning rims
- Players chasing maximum crack and brightness from a marching head
- Drums needing a 14-inch head
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
Renaissance film
Translucent parchment-look film. Warmer and less glassy on top than clear film at the same ply count.
Detail 03
Crimplock hoop
The head is crimped into its own hoop for marching hardware. It will not seat on a conventional drum rim.
Detail 04
Batter head
This is the top head you strike. It does nothing for the snare-side response underneath.
Detail 05
13 in.
Marching snares are commonly 13 or 14 inches. Check the head on the drum now, not the shell.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify Crimplock compatibility. A standard-rim snare cannot use this head.
- 02Batter side only. No snare-side head, hoop, or tension rods included.
- 03High-tension marching drums need even, gradual tuning. Budget time to seat it properly.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on a regular drum kit snare?
No. The Crimplock hoop is built for marching hardware and will not seat on a conventional snare tuning rim.
02How does Renaissance differ from a coated head?
Renaissance is a translucent film with a parchment-like look. It runs warmer than clear film without the surface texture of a coated head.
03Is two-ply too heavy for marching?
Two plies mainly buy durability and a shorter, thicker attack. It survives high-tension marching use better than a single-ply head.
04Does this include the snare-side head?
No. This is the batter head only, meaning the top surface you strike.
