Detail 01
Two-ply construction
Two films instead of one damp the high overtones and shorten decay. Fatter attack, less ring, no extra muffling needed.
Product detailSKU #1323718601739
RemoVintage Emperor Clear Drum Head 16 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Two-ply clear tom head in a vintage build, 16 inch. For drummers who want a warm, controlled floor tom sound with durability to match.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 16 inch floor toms that ring too long when struck hard
- Hard hitters who dent single-ply heads too fast
- Low toms that need defined pitch instead of a wash
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing maximum sustain and open, singing floor toms
- Anyone needing a bass drum or snare head
- Jazz kits where a thin single-ply is the point
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
Vintage series
Thinner film than the standard Emperor, so it keeps two-ply control but opens up more of the drum's tone.
Detail 03
Clear film
Brighter attack and more sustain than a coated head. Coated heads add warmth and let you use brushes; clear does not.
Detail 04
16 inch diameter
Matches the shell size, not the rim. Measure your shell across the top, not the hoop.
Detail 05
Tom head
Built as a tom head. A 16 inch bass drum head is a different construction, not interchangeable.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Head only. No tuning key, no dampening rings, no hoop hardware.
- 02Large heads take longer to seat. Expect more retuning in the first week.
- 03Confirm your floor tom is 16 inch, not 14 or 18.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a batter or resonant head?
It works as a tom batter. Two-ply heads are usually used on the top; putting one on the bottom will choke the drum considerably.
02How do I know if I need 16 inch?
Measure across the top of the drum shell itself, edge to edge, ignoring the rim and hardware. That measurement is your head size.
03Clear or coated?
Clear gives brighter attack and more sustain. Coated is warmer, slightly drier, and required if you play brushes.
04Can I use this on a 16 inch bass drum?
No. Tom heads and bass drum heads are built differently. Use a head made for bass drums even at matching diameters.
