Latin Percussion LP247B - HEAD TIMBALES 14"
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Latin Percussion
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
1-ply Mylar heads have become a standard for their consistency, sensitivity, and versatile sound output. The Smooth White finish continues this tradition by offering a homogeneous response and a musical character suitable for both open tunings and the tighter tunings typical of timbales.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This head is aimed at beginner to advanced percussionists seeking a reliable solution for timbales and related instruments. It is particularly suitable for salsa, Latin jazz, Afro-Cuban music contexts, as well as funk and pop setups whenever a clear attack and expressive rimshots are required.
Features and Innovations
The 1-ply construction emphasizes sensitivity and dynamics, with a quick skin vibration response. The Standard Drumset rim (in corresponding sizes) provides a familiar mounting base and facilitates precise tuning, even under high tension.
Sound Characteristics
The 1-ply Mylar delivers a sharp attack, strong projection, and open sustain, highly appreciated for calls, cascara patterns, and fast phrases. The Smooth White finish slightly smooths the upper spectrum, resulting in a sound that is both present and controlled, while maintaining the liveliness essential to Latin percussion.
Technical specifications
| Category | Other | Skin type | Synthetic |
| Type | skin | Diameter | 14 " |
| Material | synthetic | ||
| Number of plies | 1 ply | Rim | Standard Drumset in corresponding sizes |
| Finish | Smooth White | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this drumhead really 14 inches for timbale?
The stated diameter for this drumhead is 14 inches.
What is the construction of the LP247B drumhead?
The construction is based on a single ply of Mylar. This design promotes quick vibration response and sensitive dynamics.
What sound does the Smooth White finish bring to a timbale?
The Smooth White finish slightly smooths the high end. The attack remains crisp and the sustain stays open. This setup supports calls, cascara patterns, and fast phrases.
Is the LP247B suitable for salsa and Latin jazz?
Its single-ply Mylar is suitable for salsa, Latin jazz, and Afro-Cuban music settings. A clear attack and expressive rimshots are also desired in funk and pop.
Is the hoop compatible with drum set style mounting?
A Standard Drumset hoop is specified in the matching sizes to facilitate mounting and tuning under high tension.



