Remo BE-0212-00 - EMPEROR SMOOTH WHITE 12
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Emperor series has established itself as a standard for drummers seeking more control and durability than a single-ply head, without resulting in an overly muffled sound. In smooth white finish, it serves as an alternative to the coated version, offering a quicker feel and a naturally focused tone.
Who This Drumhead Is For
This drumhead is aimed at beginner to advanced drummers looking for a robust and easy-to-tune head. It is well suited for styles requiring punch and controlled sustain: rock, pop, funk, gospel, fusion, and amplified live settings.
Features and Innovations
The 2-ply construction provides better impact resistance and reduces unwanted overtones, making it easier to position the tom in the mix. On snare drum, it can deliver a denser and drier sound than a standard head, useful for handling rimshots and maintaining presence.
Sound Characteristics
The double ply enhances low-mids and stabilizes the attack: resulting in a more focused sound, with shorter sustain and better-controlled overtones. The smooth white finish maintains good definition while adding a slight warmth in the high frequencies, appreciated for round toms and a snare drum with a strong character.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom |
| Head finish | Smooth |
| Shaping | Twin Ply |
| Diameter | 12 " |
| Color | White |
| Type | drumhead |
| Compatibility | tom and snare drum |
| Recommended use | batter head |
| Series | Emperor |
| Construction | double ply |
| Finish | smooth white |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Remo BE-0212-00 compatible with a 12-inch tom?
Its 12-inch diameter allows installation on a tom of the same size. This drumhead can also be used on a compatible snare drum.
What sound does a double-ply Emperor Smooth White produce?
The two-ply construction enhances the low-mids and focuses the attack. The sustain is shorter, with better-controlled overtones.
Is this smooth white drumhead suitable as a batter head?
The smooth white finish is designed for use as a batter head. It maintains good definition while slightly softening the high frequencies.
For which styles is a 12-inch Emperor drumhead recommended?
This 12-inch drumhead is suitable for rock, pop, funk, gospel, and fusion styles. Its focused attack and controlled sustain adapt well to amplified performances.
Does an Emperor Smooth White withstand rimshots?
The double-ply construction provides increased impact resistance. On a snare drum, this design allows rimshots to be played while maintaining a dense and dry sound. Tuning is easier due to reduced unwanted overtones.
