Contemporanea Plastic head 12" G. Policarpo
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Contemporanea
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
This Policarpo head belongs to the world of heads dedicated to Brazilian percussion, designed to withstand the demands of repinique playing. Its simple and proven concept (polycarbonate plus aluminum hoop) primarily aims for reliability, tuning stability, and sound presence in group settings.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
It is suitable for beginner to advanced percussionists seeking a robust and easy-to-maintain head, whether in rehearsal, parade, or on stage. It is particularly well-suited for samba, pagode, axé, and batucada contexts, where projection and precision of calls are essential.
Features and Innovations
The combination of polycarbonate and aluminum hoop promotes even tension, better consistency of touch, and more stable tuning retention over time. This construction also helps limit certain harmonic overtones, resulting in a more focused and usable sound within an ensemble.
Sound Characteristics
Polycarbonate provides a quick response with a pronounced attack, a direct rebound feel, and clear projection, particularly useful for repinique patterns and signals. The aluminum hoop helps stabilize tension and maintain a more controlled timbre, with clear articulation of strokes even at high volume.
Technical specifications
| Category | Brazilian |
| Skin type | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Diameter | 12 " |
| Type | plastic head |
| Compatibility | repinique |
| Head | polycarbonate |
| Hoop | aluminum |
Questions frequently asked
Is this drumhead compatible with a 12-inch repinique?
This plastic drumhead is designed for the repinique and has a diameter of 12 inches.
What material composes the Policarpo 12" G. Policarpo drumhead?
The surface is made of polycarbonate, with an aluminum ring. This construction promotes even tension and stable tuning retention.
What sound does a polycarbonate drumhead produce on a repinique?
Polycarbonate provides a pronounced attack and quick response. The projection remains clear for repinique patterns and signals. The aluminum ring helps maintain a controlled tone at high volume.
Is this drumhead suitable for samba and batucada?
Its attack and projection meet the requirements of samba, pagode, axé, and batucada ensembles.
Does this repinique drumhead hold tuning well?
The aluminum ring combined with the polycarbonate helps stabilize the tension over time. This promotes consistent playability.
