Aquarian AQUARIAN REFLECTOR 14" BLACK MIRROR - FULL RANGE SERIE
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Essential Information About the Reflector "Black Mirror" Drumhead
Essential Information About the Reflector "Black Mirror" Drumhead
- Advanced sound control thanks to a 2-ply construction designed to channel harmonics and maintain a clean sound, even at high volume.
- High durability with a total thickness of 17 mil, ideal for withstanding energetic and consistent playing.
- Warm tone at low volume, with a focused, articulate, and musical output when you increase intensity.
- Premium look : "Black Mirror" finish and "Satin Black" logo for a modern aesthetic both on stage and in the studio.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Reflector series follows an approach focused on expression, dynamics, and versatility, with a strong visual identity and a clear goal: to offer a drumhead capable of staying controlled without limiting musicality. Inspired by renowned percussionists like Eric Moore, these heads aim for a balance between brightness, quick response, and control, covering both subtle playing and powerful strikes.
Target Audience
This drumhead is intended for intermediate to advanced drummers seeking reliable response and consistent sound in various contexts: rehearsal, studio, stage, and sessions where a clear sound in the mix is expected. It is particularly suited for styles requiring precision and impact such as gospel, funk, R&B, pop, modern rock, and fusion, while remaining musical enough for more delicate nuances.
Features and Innovations
The 2-ply construction (10 mil bottom ply and 7 mil top ply) is designed to provide a stable playing feel and natural harmonic control. This architecture promotes a crisp attack and increased durability against rimshots and heavy strikes, while maintaining good sensitivity when playing softer. The "Black Mirror" finish enhances the series' aesthetic positioning and fits perfectly into kits with refined designs, without compromising the main goal: a drumhead focused on sound control and controlled projection.
Sound Characteristics
With its two plies, the Reflector "Black Mirror" emphasizes a focused and articulate sound: unwanted frequencies are naturally attenuated, helping to achieve a cleaner output, especially in reverberant environments or when microphones are close. The result is a sound that remains musical at low volume while maintaining presence when played loudly.
The total thickness of 17 mil contributes to a firmer playing feel, with a defined attack and a response that supports high dynamics well. Depending on tuning and shell, you can aim for a tight and precise sound (ideal for clean grooves and marked accents) or lower the tuning for a wider and deeper range while retaining good control. In practice, this facilitates finding a "mix-ready" sound, with less corrective effort and better consistency from hit to hit.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum | Diameter | 14 " |
| Head finish | Smooth | Color | Black |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Series | Reflector | Low volume output | warm and musical |
| Type | 2-ply | Powerful playing output | focused and articulate |
| Bottom ply | 10 mil | Dynamic range | wide range of dynamic sounds |
| Top ply | 7 mil | Character | bright |
| Total thickness | 17 mil | Logo | Satin Black |
| Sound goal | total sound control | Design | ultra durable |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Aquarian Reflector 14" Black Mirror drumhead suitable for a standard snare drum?
Its 14-inch diameter and snare drum category make it intended for snare drums that accept this size.
What is the thickness of this double-ply drumhead?
The construction combines a 7 mil top ply with a 10 mil bottom ply, for a total thickness of 17 mil. This configuration promotes a firmer feel and good stability during strong hits.
What sound does the Black Mirror finish provide?
The Black Mirror black finish delivers a focused and articulate sound with natural attenuation of unwanted frequencies. The announced character remains bright, while the response at low volume is described as warm and musical.
Can this drumhead withstand rimshots?
Thanks to its two plies of 7 and 10 mil, it is designed to resist rimshots and heavy playing.
For which music styles is this snare drumhead recommended?
Its defined attack and natural harmonic control meet the needs of gospel, funk, R&B, pop, modern rock, and fusion. Depending on tuning, it can produce either a tight and precise sound or a deeper range.
