Best resonant drum heads

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Steve Romanoski
Last Updated: Sep 17, 2022

In this article, we've listed the best resonant drum heads one can find out there. We've analyzed about 78 of resonant drum heads and selected the 42 top options by Empress Effects, FIFINE TECHNOLOGY, HUAWIND, BestSounds. We took the time to do a thorough research and point out some pros and cons of each of the options we suggest below so that you don't have to dive deep into the topic and spend endless hours searching for the ideal model on your own.

At a Glance: Our Top Picks

Custom Aquarian 22" Bass Kick Drum Head Front Drumskin Cuffs 1
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Custom Aquarian 22" Bass Kick Drum Head Front Drumskin Cuffs 1
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TUOREN Bass Drum Port Hole Protector Ring
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TUOREN Bass Drum Port Hole Protector Ring
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Aquarian Drumheads SKPII20BK Super-Kick II Prepack 20-inch Bass Drum Head
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Aquarian Drumheads SKPII20BK Super-Kick II Prepack 20-inch Bass Drum Head
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Top 42 Best resonant drum heads Reviews 2022

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Custom Aquarian 22" Bass Kick Drum Head Front Drumskin Cuffs 1

Greasy Groove
Custom Aquarian 22" Bass Kick Drum Head Front Drumskin Cuffs 1

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Features

  • We can custom make these heads with any image of your choice -please send us a message if interested.
  • Durability is the same as for a regular drum head skin and will hold up extremely well with normal use and wear and tear.
  • Fabulous custom Drum Head by Greasy Groove Inc.  The graphic is applied using superior quality inks and media to provide great tonal projection and resonant properties.
  • Enhance your identity or your bands look with this high impact eye candy for your Kick Drum.  We use “Aquarian 22" drum heads” and graphical enrichment is applied by Greasy Groove Inc.  The graphical image has a semi-gloss appearance so that light reflection (ie, stage lighting) is kept to a minimum.  Your drum head can be installed and tuned just the same as a regular drum head.
  • Shipping via UPS Ground within North America.
#TOP 2

TUOREN Bass Drum Port Hole Protector Ring

TUOREN
TUOREN Bass Drum Port Hole Protector Ring
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Features

  • FUNCTION - Port hole ring keeps holes from spreading and also helps keep a thick, rich deep thump coming from your bass drum.
  • PORT PROTECT - They also protect your port from damage and cover up frayed, uneven, and unsightly cutouts.
  • SIZE - Rings Hole Outside Diameter: 189mm/7.4inch;Inner Diameter: 138mm/5.4inch;Thickness: 14mm/0.5inch.
  • MATERIAL - These foam sheets are made from neoprene sponge foam, deformation resistance, flexibility, and relieving vibration.
  • INSTALLATION - Adhesive has strong stickiness,its not easy to fall off and easy to install.
#TOP 3

Aquarian Drumheads SKPII20BK Super-Kick II Prepack 20-inch Bass Drum Head

AQUARIAN DRUMHEADS
Aquarian Drumheads SKPII20BK Super-Kick II Prepack 20-inch Bass Drum Head

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Features

  • 10mil thick drumhead
  • Super-Kick II bass drum pack
  • One clear Super-Kick I and One RSM Regulator Gloss Black
#TOP 4

Evans EMAD System Pack

Evans
Evans EMAD System Pack
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Features

  • MADE IN THE USA - For over 60 years, Evans has been a pioneer in drum head manufacturing and design. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.
  • REMAD RESONANT BASS – The set also includes 1, 22” REMAD resonant drumhead featuring an offset 4" microphone port in a single ply of 10mil film .
  • LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY – A Level 360 collar allows the Evans bass drumheads to seat properly and in turn provides heads that are easier to tune and a wider tonal range for a sound that is studio ready.
  • EMAD SYSTEM– The Evans batter bass drumhead and resonant drumhead have an externally mounted adjustable damping system (EMAD) that allows each player to control the attack and focus of the drum head by choosing one of two removable foam damping rings.
  • EMAD BATTER BASS - The Evans EMAD system value pack includes one 22” EMAD batter bass drumhead featuring a single ply of 10mil film providing an ideal balance of punch, power and low-end.
#TOP 5

Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack

Remo
Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack
Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #1 Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #2 Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #3 Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #4 Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #5 Remo PP-1190-BA Ambassador Clear Tom Drumhead Pack Thumb #6

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Features

  • Produces an open, bright, and resonant sound with plenty of attack
  • The Clear Ambassador heads are also available in 3 mil Snare Side Heads for a warm accentuated snare response
  • The Clear Ambassador drum heads are medium-weight heads made with a single ply 10-mil Mylar film
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Remo Coated Ambassador Standard Pro Pack

Remo
Remo Coated Ambassador Standard Pro Pack

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Features

  • The Remo Ambassador drum head Pro Pack includes 12, 13, and 16 in
  • coated Ambassador drum heads, plus a free 14 in
  • Popular for their versatility
  • Set of Remo Ambassador Drumheads
  • Medium, single ply
#TOP 7

Evans REMAD Resonant Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans REMAD Resonant Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • The 4" offset mic port features a plastic sleeve focuses pitch and enhances the attach while providing protection for the port
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • 22" resonant drum head made using a single ply 7.5mil film
  • The perfect resonant head for use with the EMAD series batter heads
#TOP 8

Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • The 5" offset mic port features a plastic sleeve focuses pitch and enhances the attach while providing protection for the port
  • A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made to be microphone friendly, from the studio to arena
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Available in a frosted, onyx, smooth white and coated white version
  • 22" resonant drum head made using a single ply of 7mil film
#TOP 9

Evans Resonant Black Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans Resonant Black Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • 22" resonant drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film
  • Provides optimal resonance at higher tunings
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Ideal for jazz and bop
  • Single ply of film without control rings or vents in order to maximize resonance
#TOP 10

Remo BD0316-00 Clear Diplomat Drum Head

Remo
Remo BD0316-00 Clear Diplomat Drum Head
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Features

  • Snare/tom drum head
  • 16" diameter
  • They’re known for their bright tones, resonance, and sustain and as resonant (bottom) heads opening up the sound of tom-toms
  • Single layer of 7. 5-mil Mylar film
  • Remo’s brightest, most open sounding head
#TOP 11

Evans Hydraulic Black Drum Head

Evans
Evans Hydraulic Black Drum Head
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Features

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  • Classic sound with short sustain
  • 14" drum head with a thin layer of oil between two plies of blue film to suppress unwanted overtones
  • Durable enough to withstand heavier playing
  • The only oil-filled drum head on the market
  • Also available in a blue version
#TOP 12

Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head
Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #1 Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #2 Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #3 Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #4 Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #5

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Features

  • LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY – A Level 360 collar allows the clear bass drum head to seat itself properly and in turn provides a head that is easier to tune and a wider tonal range for a sound that is studio ready.
  • AVAILABLE IN 5 SIZES – Evans EMAD2 clear bass drum heads are available in sizes 18” to 26” with multiple thickness and coating options.
  • FOR ALL MUSIC GENRES – The EMAD2 bass drum head is extremely versatile for all music genres. A true working drummer’s choice, the adjustable damping caters to all bass drum tones.
  • EMAD SYSTEM– The Evans Clear Bass Drum Head has an externally mounted adjustable damping system to control the attack and focus of the drum head by choosing one of two removable foam rings. The 22” drum head has an outer ply of 7mil and an inner ply of 10mil film for added durability.
  • MADE IN THE USA - For over 60 years, Evans has been a pioneer in drum head manufacturing and design. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.
#TOP 13

Evans G1 Tompack Clear

Evans
Evans G1 Tompack Clear
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Features

  • Also available in a coated version
  • A single ply offers an open and expressive sound
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice
  • Fusion Tom Pack (10", 12", 14") drum heads made using a single ply of 10mil film
#TOP 14

ProMark Drum Stick Bag

PROMARK
ProMark Drum Stick Bag
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Features

  • Made from weatherproof ballistic nylon and synthetic Leather
  • Large front zippered pocket, metal hanging tom-mounts, Leather business card slot, metal key lease, deluxe Leather pocket for your wallet and cell phone
  • Width: 7 1/2" (15" open)
  • Magnetic secured Leather carrying handles
  • Length: 18"
#TOP 15

Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head

Remo
Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head
Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #1 Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #2 Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #3 Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #4 Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #5 Remo Pinstripe Clear Drum Head Thumb #6

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Features

  • Quick decay
  • Ideal heads for the "fat" sounds of Pop, Rock, and R&B
  • Low pitched sound with moderate attack and response characteristics
  • Made with two 7-mil Mylar plies
  • 10" diameter
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Evans TT12GR Genera Resonant Drum Head

Evans
Evans TT12GR Genera Resonant Drum Head
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Features

  • 12" resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
  • Ideal for enhancing tone when combined with a 2-ply batter head
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • A single ply offers an open and expressive sound
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Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Tom Hoop Drum Head

Evans
Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Tom Hoop Drum Head
Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Tom Hoop Drum Head Thumb #1 Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Tom Hoop Drum Head Thumb #2 Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Tom Hoop Drum Head Thumb #3

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Features

  • A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made to be microphone friendly, from the studio to arena
  • 16-inch resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
  • Tom hoop for metal flange counter hoops.
  • No mic port
#TOP 18

Evans Resonant Black Drumhead

Evans
Evans Resonant Black Drumhead
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Features

  • Sensitive response and strong projection
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Short in sustain with a bright tone
  • Also available in glass (clear) version
  • 12" drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film
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Evans Black Hydraulic Drum Head

Evans
Evans Black Hydraulic Drum Head
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Features

  • 10" drum head with a thin layer of oil between two plies of film to suppress unwanted overtones
  • Also available in a blue and a glass (clear) version
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time
  • A fat, deep and short sound pioneered by early 70's rock and roll
#TOP 20

Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head

Remo
Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head
Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #1 Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #2 Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #3 Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #4 Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #5 Remo Pinstripe Clear Bass Drum Head Thumb #6

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Features

  • Available in sizes 6" - 30"
  • Ideal for Pop, R&B and Rock applications
  • Features midrange tones with low-end and increased durability
  • 2-ply 7-mil Clear film
#TOP 21

Remo Ambassador Hazy Snare Side Drumhead

Remo
Remo Ambassador Hazy Snare Side Drumhead
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Features

  • Factory-supplied drumhead of choice for almost every OEM because of their tunability and tone
  • Referred to as the worldwide industry standard batter heads for studio and live applications
  • Also known as the Timbale drumhead
#TOP 22

Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head

Remo
Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head
Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #1 Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #2 Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #3 Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #4 Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #5 Remo Emperor Clear Drum Head Thumb #6

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Features

  • The brightest sounding multi-ply heads and most durable of the classic clear weather king Series
  • Snare/Tom batter drum head
  • Made with two free-floating plies of 7-mil Mylar
  • 12" diameter
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Evans G1 Clear Drum Head

Evans
Evans G1 Clear Drum Head
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Features

  • Also available in a coated version
  • 10" drum head made using a single ply of 10 mil film
  • Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • A single ply offers an open and expressive sound
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Aquarian Drumheads SKPII22BK Super-Kick II Prepack 22-inch Bass Drum Head

AQUARIAN DRUMHEADS
Aquarian Drumheads SKPII22BK Super-Kick II Prepack 22-inch Bass Drum Head Thumb #1

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Features

  • 10mil thick drumhead
  • Super-Kick II bass drum pack
  • One clear Super-Kick I and One RSM Regulator Gloss Black
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Evans TT12ECR EC Resonant Drum Head

Evans
Evans TT12ECR EC Resonant Drum Head
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Features

  • Sound Shaping Technology insures optimized performance for each individually sized drum head
  • 12" resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
  • A single ply offers an open and expressive sound
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
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Evans EC2 Clear Drum Head

Evans
Evans EC2 Clear Drum Head
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Features

  • Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time
  • Exclusive Sound Shaping Technology (SST) provides the ideal amount of dampening tailored for each individually sized drum head
  • Also available in a coated version with a unique translucent appearance
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • 12" drum head made using two plies of 7mil film
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Evans EC2 Tompack, Clear

Evans
Evans EC2 Tompack, Clear
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Features

  • Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Also available in a coated version with a unique translucent appearance
  • Exclusive Sound Shaping Technology (SST) provides the ideal amount of dampening tailored for each individually sized drum head
  • Standard Tom Pack (12", 13", 16") drum heads are made using two plies of 7mil film
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Remo P31322-10 Clear Powerstroke 3 Bass Drum Head

Remo
Remo P31322-10 Clear Powerstroke 3 Bass Drum Head
Remo P31322-10 Clear Powerstroke 3 Bass Drum Head Thumb #1 Remo P31322-10 Clear Powerstroke 3 Bass Drum Head Thumb #2 Remo P31322-10 Clear Powerstroke 3 Bass Drum Head Thumb #3

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Features

  • Near-perfect balance of response and tone control
  • Features a thin underlay at the outer edge of the head to subtly dampen unwanted overtones
  • One of Remo’s most preferred resonant bass drumheads
  • 22" diameter bass drum head with black dot
#TOP 29

Evans EQ4 Clear Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans EQ4 Clear Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Also available in a frosted version
  • 20" drum head made using a special, single ply 10mil film
  • An internal overtone control ring and a removable muffle ring coupled with dry-vents work extremely well with and without a microphone
  • Very versatile head for all music genres; a true working drummer's choice
#TOP 30

Evans Black Hydraulic Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans Black Hydraulic Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • 22" drum head with a thin layer of oil between two plies of black film to suppress unwanted overtones
  • The only oil-filled drum head on the market
  • Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time
  • A fat, deep and short sound pioneered by early 70's rock and roll
  • Also available in clear (also called glass) and blue versions
#TOP 31

Evans G1 Tompack Clear

Evans
Evans G1 Tompack Clear
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Features

  • Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice
  • A single ply offers an open and expressive sound
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Also available in a coated version
  • Standard Tom Pack (12", 13", 16") drum heads made using a single ply of 10mil film
#TOP 32

Remo FA1524-00 24-Inch Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador Bass Drum Head

Remo
Remo FA1524-00 24-Inch Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador Bass Drum Head

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Features

  • Produce a warm mid range resonant sound with a warm attack
  • 24" bass drum head
  • Medium-weight heads made with a poly-spun fiber single ply 10 mil Mylar film
  • The Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador surface is excellent for sticks, brushes
  • F3 Ambassador heads produce a warm spectrum of sound for snares and tom-toms. They are best known for Jazz and Orchestral applications
#TOP 33

Remo FA1522-00 22-Inch Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador Bass Drum Head

Remo
Remo FA1522-00 22-Inch Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador Bass Drum Head Thumb #1

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Features

  • Medium-weight heads made with a poly-spun fiber single ply 10 mil Mylar film
  • 22" bass drum head
  • F3 Ambassador heads produce a warm spectrum of sound for snares and tom-toms. They are best known for Jazz and Orchestral applications
  • Produce a warm mid range resonant sound with a warm attack
  • The Fiberskyn 3 Ambassador surface is excellent for sticks, brushes
#TOP 34

Remo Ebony Powerstroke 3 Resonant Bass Drum Head

Remo
Remo Ebony Powerstroke 3 Resonant Bass Drum Head

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Features

  • Country Of Origin: United States
  • Package Dimensions: 60.325 cms (L) x 59.055 cms (W) x 3.175 cms (H)
  • Product Type: Instrument Parts And Accessories
  • Package Quantity: 1
#TOP 35

Remo Powerstroke P3 Ebony Bass Drumhead

Remo
Remo Powerstroke P3 Ebony Bass Drumhead
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Features

  • The Remo Ebony Powerstroke 3 features a thin underlay at the outer edge of the head to subtly dampen unwanted overtones.
#TOP 36

Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads

Evans
Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads
Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #1 Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #2 Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #3 Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #4 Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #5 Evans Heads BD22RGCW-NP 22-Inch EQ3 Resonant Coated Bass Drum Heads Thumb #6

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Features

  • 22-Inch resonant drum head with a single ply of 6.5mil film
  • No mic port
  • Available in a frosted, onyx, smooth white, coated white, and mic port version
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made to be microphone friendly, from the studio to arena
#TOP 37

Evans Reso 7 Coated Tom Reso

Evans
Evans Reso 7 Coated Tom Reso
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Features

  • 16" resonant drum head made using a single ply of coated 7mil film
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Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head

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Evans EQ3 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made to be microphone friendly, from the studio to arena
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • 18-inch resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
  • No mic port
#TOP 39

Evans EQ1 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head

Evans
Evans EQ1 Resonant Black Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • 22" drum head with single ply of 7.5mil film and a fixed internal overtone control ring
  • Also available in a coated version
  • Dry vents allow air to escape and reduce overtones
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Wide tuning range
#TOP 40

Aquarian Drumheads RSM16WH Regulator White 16-inch Bass Drum Head

AQUARIAN DRUMHEADS
Aquarian Drumheads RSM16WH Regulator White 16-inch Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • Small 4 3/4" offset hole
  • 10" centered felt muffle ring
  • Resonant side bass drumhead
  • 10mil thick drumhead
  • Regulator Gloss White
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Remo BD0312-00 Clear Diplomat Drum Head

Remo
Remo BD0312-00 Clear Diplomat Drum Head
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Features

  • They’re known for their bright tones, resonance, and sustain and as resonant (bottom) heads opening up the sound of tom-toms
  • 12" diameter
  • Snare/tom drum head
  • Remo’s brightest, most open sounding head
  • Single layer of 7. 5-mil Mylar film
#TOP 42

Evans Retro Screen Resonant Bass Drum Head

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Evans Retro Screen Resonant Bass Drum Head
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Features

  • Available in a frosted, onyx, smooth white and coated white version
  • 22" resonant drum head with a single ply of black mesh screen
  • All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
  • Offers the retro sound of a bass drum without the resonant head
  • Keeps drum shell in round

Choosing the Right resonant drum heads: The Buying Guide

When should I replace my resonant heads?

They recommend always changing your drum heads before you start recording. Otherwise, if you're just practicing and playing normally, you should find yourself replacing heads every six months or so. Six months isn't a hard rule, and for some could be a risky amount of time to wait.

How often should I change resonant heads?

They recommend always changing your drum heads before you start recording. Otherwise, if you're just practicing and playing normally, you should find yourself replacing heads every six months or so. Six months isn't a hard rule, and for some could be a risky amount of time to wait.

Why does Ringo have a towel on his drum?

To fit in, Ringo's drums became part of the orchestra. The miking of his drums was different, and he started placing tea towels on his drums for a flatter sound.

Who is the fastest drummer of all time?

11-year-old Pritish A R (Australia) is officially the world's fastest drummer! He has broken the record for the most drumbeats in a minute using drumsticks, with a total of 2,370 – that's 39.5 beats per second.

What is the difference between a batter head and a resonant head?

The batter head is the one that is struck (top head) and the resonant head is the one that vibrates as air in between the two heads is compressed and expanded (bottom head).

Can you reuse old drum heads?

Turn your old drumhead into an O-Ring or Big Fat Snare Drum type ring, which will cut overtones and give your drums a fatter, deeper sound. This is one of the most useful things to do with your old heads, and they'll last (almost) forever if you do it right.

Was Ringo a good drummer?

Ringo, whose new album Give More Love has just come out, wasn't just the funniest Beatle, the life and soul of those early press conferences; and he wasn't just the best drummer in the Beatles. He was the best drummer for the Beatles. This is a vital distinction to make.

How often should you change resonant heads?

Resonant heads should be replaced around two years, or every third time batter heads are changed. After awhile, resonant heads lose their elasticity resulting in your drums having less sustain.

Editor's Notes

A considerable amount of time and effort was put into this review. We spent a lot of time (over 46 hours to be exact) to deep dive into the topic, analyzing at least 786 buyer reviews. Eventually, we came up with a list of the most trustworthy models with an average rating of 400. The products you'll find in this selection are available at $1731 on average (as of 03-10-2023).

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