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Emperor
Two layers of film. Longer life, shorter decay, and a fuller midrange than a single-ply head.
Product detailSKU #1274034491018
RemoSmooth White Emperor Batter Head 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch two-ply batter head with a smooth white film. For hard hitters who want durability and a shorter, more controlled note.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard hitters who split single-ply heads mid-season
- Floor toms or a 14-inch snare needing a fatter, shorter note
- Miked stages and studios where excess ring is a problem
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Brush players — smooth film gives nothing to sweep against
- Anyone chasing maximum sustain and open, airy tom tone
- Resonant-side use; too thick for the bottom of a 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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Smooth (uncoated)
No coating texture. Brighter attack than a coated head and nothing for brushes to grip.
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White film
Semi-opaque rather than clear, so the drum's interior and hardware don't show through.
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14 in.
Head diameter, not shell depth. Fits most snares and many floor and rack toms.
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Batter head
Goes on the side you strike. The bottom head is a separate, thinner resonant head.
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$27.99
Per head. Re-heading the batter side of a five-piece kit means five of these.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Match the head size to the drum, not the shell's outer rim
- 02Head only — no hoop, tension rods, or muffling rings included
- 03Expect a few retunes in the first week as it settles
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this work on a snare drum?
Yes, on a 14-inch snare. The two-ply build tames overtones and handles hard backbeats, but the smooth surface rules out brush playing.
02Should I get coated or smooth?
Coated adds texture for brushes and a slightly warmer attack. Smooth is brighter and stays consistent longer since there is no coating to wear off.
03Can I use it as a bottom head on a tom?
You can, but it is much thicker than a resonant head. The drum will lose sustain and sound choked. Use a thin resonant head underneath.
04When should I replace a head?
When it stops holding tuning, sounds dull, or shows creases and pitting in the strike zone. A small dent alone changes very little.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
