Questions and answers

Does snare resonant head matter?

Does snare resonant head matter?

Sound-wise, 3mil resonant snare drumheads give slightly more depth and body to your snare drum sound compared to a thinner 2mil head. They allow more energy to be transferred to the drum shell, which gives more volume to each stroke.

Are Remo UT heads good?

In terms of sound quality, the UT head is excellent due to the high quality film that we use. Remo UK heads are also made in the same factory in China. These heads are designed for the entry-level kit and use a Korean film that still has good sound and durability features.

How tight should I tune my snare drum?

For most styles, you want the snare-side head very tight. Not only does it give you that nice crack that most of us love, but you get the added benefit of greater response from the head. Loose snare heads have a place, too.

Are resonant heads different than batter heads?

Difference Between Batter and Resonant Drumheads The batter head (Sometimes referred to as the “top head”) is the part of the drum that you actually hit. The resonant head is the head of the bottom that responds to the batter being struck.

Is Remo Made in USA?

Remo has factories in the US and in Taiwan, where the “UT” and “US” versions are made.

What is a UT drum head?

Remo UT heads are Remo’s Chinese-made heads, but the UT alone doesn’t tell you what type of head it is. If they’re marked “BA Batter” they’re Ambassador-weight (10 mil) film, BD heads are Diplomat-weight (7 mil).

Which is the best resonant snare side head?

If you’re looking for a 2mil snare side head, there are two options available: Both of these resonant snare drumheads have a similar sound, and are professional-quality. Sound-wise, the Remo Diplomat Hazy Snare Side is a touch warmer (darker sounding) that the Evans 200.

Which is better 2mil or 3mil resonant snare drumheads?

Sound-wise, 3mil resonant snare drumheads give slightly more depth and body to your snare drum sound compared to a thinner 2mil head. They allow more energy to be transferred to the drum shell, which gives more volume to each stroke.

What’s the name of the resonant head on a bass drum?

Batter side Classic Clear, Diplomat, and Ambassador heads are very commonly used as resonant drumheads on toms (and bass drums). It’s common to hear people say their resonant head is, for example, a Diplomat when talking about toms. This is not the same as a resonant snare Diplomat.

How big is Ambassador hazy snare side drumhead?

The Ambassador® Hazy Snare Side features open resonant tones that is the industry standard for resonant Snare drum applications. Constructed with 1-ply of 3-mil film, Ambassador® Hazy Snare Side drumheads provide a perfect balance of high, mid and low frequencies for all Snare drum types. Available in sizes 8″ – 16″.