Remo BE-0812-WS Emperor White Suede 12
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Essential Information About the Remo Emperor White Suede Drumhead
Essential Information About the Remo Emperor White Suede Drumhead
- Warm and focused sound: emphasized midrange for a round and precise tone, ideal for both studio and stage.
- Soft touch: slightly textured surface for a more "plush" feel under sticks and brushes.
- Controlled sustain: double ply that channels harmonics without muffling the shell.
- Enhanced durability: 2-ply construction designed to withstand heavy hitting.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Emperor series is one of Remo's benchmarks for drummers seeking a balance between power, control, and longevity. The White Suede version stands out with an exclusive texturing process offering a matte white non-reflective finish and a softer feel than a classic sanded drumhead.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This drumhead is aimed at intermediate to advanced drummers who want a controlled and musical sound. It is particularly suitable for rock, pop, funk, blues, indie, and any situation where toms and snares with clear attack and contained harmonics are desired, including when played with brushes.
Features and Innovations
Made from 2 plies of Smooth White film (7.5 mil each), the Emperor White Suede receives a slightly textured outer treatment. This construction provides a shorter and more consistent sustain, better longevity, and a homogeneous response while maintaining a defined attack.
Sound Characteristics
The combination of the double ply and textured surface produces a warm sound focused on the midrange, with controlled projection. The result is a more "focused" tone than a single-ply head, with fewer unwanted harmonics and excellent tuning stability, ideal for quick and effective setups.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 12 " |
| Head finish | Frosted | Color | White |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Construction | 2-ply | Touch | soft |
| Films | Smooth White | Sustain | controlled |
| Thickness | 2 x 7.5 mil | Durability | enhanced |
| Treatment | outer, slightly textured | Appearance | matte white non-reflective |
| Sound | focused and warm in the midrange | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Remo BE-0812-WS suitable for a 12-inch tom?
Its 12-inch diameter is designed for a tom of the same size. Its double-ply construction targets the tom category.
What is the thickness of the Emperor White Suede 12?
The head uses two plies of 7.5 mil Smooth White film each. This thickness of 2 x 7.5 mils promotes increased durability and controlled sustain.
What sound does a White Suede head produce on a tom?
The two-ply construction produces a warm tone centered around the midrange. Harmonics are contained and the attack remains defined. Projection stays controlled thanks to the slightly textured outer treatment.
Is this Remo head suitable for playing with brushes?
Its slightly textured White Suede surface and soft feel allow use with brushes. It is also intended for rock, pop, funk, blues, and indie contexts.
Is the white finish glossy?
The White Suede treatment provides a matte non-reflective white appearance with a light outer texture.
