Aquarian AQUARIAN REFLECTOR 16" BLACK MIRROR - FULL RANGE SERIE

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	Tom	Diameter	16 "
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