Detail 01
Timpani head
Built for a tuned kettle with a pedal mechanism. Construction and hoop differ from a standard drum head.
Product detailSKU #1274034490800
RemoWeatherking TI-2600-03 Clear Regular Timpani Head - 26 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 26-inch clear timpani head for a matching kettle. For orchestral and school percussion programs replacing a worn or torn timpani head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a head on a 26-inch timpani
- School and community ensembles maintaining a timpani set
- Players who want bright, clear pitch definition
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum kit players — this does not fit toms or bass drums
- Anyone with a 23, 26 or 29-inch kettle they haven't measured
- Players wanting a darker, more muted orchestral tone
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
26 in.
Matches the kettle diameter. Timpani sizes step in inches, so a near size will not seat correctly.
Detail 03
Clear film
Brighter and more articulate than a coated head, with clearer pitch and more presence at the attack.
Detail 04
Regular weight
Standard thickness rather than heavy. Balanced response across the pedal range without excessive stiffness.
Detail 05
Weatherking
Mylar rather than calfskin, so pitch stays put through humidity and temperature swings.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only — no counterhoop, tuning wrench, or mallets included.
- 02Changing a timpani head requires clearing the pedal and re-leveling the hoop.
- 03Budget time to re-clear and re-balance the drum after installation.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 26-inch tom or bass drum?
No. Timpani heads are made for kettles and their hoops, and will not mount on a drum kit shell.
02Clear or coated for timpani?
Clear gives brighter attack and more pitch clarity. Coated sounds darker and more diffuse. Clear is the common orchestral choice.
03How do I know my drum is 26 inches?
Measure across the top of the kettle, not the counterhoop. Timpani are sold by that bowl diameter.
04Do I need special tools to install it?
A timpani tuning wrench and patience. Release pedal tension, seat the head evenly, then clear the drum before playing.
