Gope Percussion HAN28 - 28" GOATSKIN HEAD
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Animal goat skin: authentic grain, organic feel, and dynamic response
- 28" diameter with a aluminum hoop for more stable mounting
- Ideal for surdo and bass drum, also compatible with snare drum and tom
- Made in Brazil: sound and tradition of Brazilian percussion
Manufacturer Information
Gope Percussion
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gope@gope.net
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
This natural skin is part of the great tradition of Brazilian percussion, where animal skin remains a benchmark for achieving a lively, rich, and expressive sound. It is a preferred choice to recapture the typical feel and projection of samba and batucada ensembles.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
It is suitable for drummers and percussionists from beginners to advanced seeking a more "acoustic" response than synthetic heads. Perfect for Brazilian styles, world music, brass bands, as well as any setup where a full low end and natural attack are desired.
Features and Innovations
Before installation, it is recommended to slightly moisten the skin with a damp sponge to restore elasticity. Once mounted, allow it to dry naturally for gradual tensioning and more consistent tuning. The aluminum hoop provides reliable seating during mounting.
Sound Characteristics
The goat skin delivers an immediate warmth, round lows, and a more complex attack, with natural harmonics that add depth to the sound. Compared to a synthetic head, it often offers a softer feel, a more nuanced dynamic response, and a "living" character that evolves with tension and ambient conditions.
Technical specifications
| Diameter | 28" | Weight | approximately 900 g |
| Material | animal skin (goat) | Installation advice | moisten before mounting, then allow to dry naturally once mounted |
| Hoop (ring) | aluminum | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What size is the Gope Percussion HAN28 drumhead?
The stated diameter is 28 inches, with a weight of approximately 900 g.
What sound does a 28-inch goat skin produce?
The goat animal skin provides immediate warmth and round lows. The attack features natural harmonics, with a nuanced response depending on the tension.
How to mount an animal skin with an aluminum hoop?
It is recommended to slightly moisten the skin before mounting using a damp sponge. Once installed on its aluminum hoop, it should dry naturally so that the tensioning occurs gradually. This process helps achieve a more consistent tuning.
Is this 28-inch drumhead suitable for samba and batucada?
This model is suitable for samba and batucada ensembles seeking acoustic projection and ample bass. It is also adapted for world music and marching bands.
What type of hoop does this Gope 28-inch drumhead have?
An aluminum ring is integrated to ensure a reliable seating during mounting.
