Detail 01
2-ply construction
The second layer shortens decay and adds dent resistance, so hard playing does not put a crater in the head.
Product detailSKU #1323718601754
RemoVintage Emperor Clear Drum Head 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 2-ply clear head for an 18-inch floor tom, with a thicker vintage film. For drummers who want deep, controlled low end with limited ring.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Large floor toms that boom uncontrolled in live rooms
- Low tunings where sustain needs reining in
- Hard hitters who go through single-ply heads
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want long, open floor tom decay
- Bass drum duty — this is a tom head
- Brush work, which needs a coated surface
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
Clear film
More attack and sustain than a coated head of the same weight, with a cleaner stick sound and less warmth.
Detail 03
Vintage series
Thicker film than a standard Emperor lowers the fundamental and trims the top end — noticeable on a drum this large.
Detail 04
18 inch size
Floor tom territory. Big shells this size are slow to speak and need tension to stay focused rather than flabby.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the shell across the bearing edge — an 18-inch drum needs an 18-inch head
- 02One head only. The resonant side is a separate purchase
- 03Expect to retune for the first few sessions while the film stretches in
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on an 18-inch bass drum?
It will physically fit, but it is voiced for toms. Bass drum heads are built with more mass and built-in muffling for kick response.
02How does it compare to a single-ply head?
Shorter sustain, fewer overtones, lower pitch, and much better durability. A single ply is more open and resonant but dents faster.
03Does it work as a resonant head?
You can, but the extra ply kills the sustain the bottom head is supposed to provide. Most drummers use it as the batter.
04Will it work on my floor tom regardless of brand?
Yes. Head sizing is standard across manufacturers, so an 18-inch head seats on any 18-inch shell.
