Remo BE-0816-ES - BLACK SUEDE EMPEROR 16
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Essential Information About the Remo Emperor Black Suede Drumhead
Essential Information About the Remo Emperor Black Suede Drumhead
- Warm, focused, and balanced sound : deep lows and emphasized mids, ideal for snare drums and toms.
- Preserved attack : a clear percussive response without muffling the stick impact.
- Natural harmonic control : the double-ply construction limits unwanted resonances for a more "mix-ready" sound.
- Enhanced durability : designed to withstand regular or powerful playing while maintaining sensitivity.
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Emperor Black Suede fits within the spirit of the Emperor series, appreciated for its two-ply construction that provides control and sustain. The "Suede" finish on Ebony film aims for a balance between warmth, controlled projection, and textured feel, for drummers seeking a dense sound without damping accessories.Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This drumhead is intended for intermediate to expert drummers (and discerning beginners) looking for a more controlled sound on toms and snare drums. It is particularly suited for rock, pop, funk, RnB, gospel, and studio settings, wherever full notes, fewer unwanted harmonics, and a dynamic range from pianissimo to fortissimo are desired.Features and Innovations
Its two-ply design combines stability, longevity, and control. The textured Ebony film provides a more contained high-frequency response, a "matte" playing feel under the stick, and better resonance management, while remaining responsive to nuances and variations in stroke.Sound Characteristics
The two-ply combination promotes a warm and rich tone, with optimized mids that highlight the body of the snare and the roundness of the toms. The "Suede" texture contributes to a more muffled and homogeneous sound, with an extended but better-controlled harmonic response, facilitating tuning and delivering a cleaner sound even at high volume.Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 16 " |
| Head finish | Frosted | Color | Black |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Type | batter head | Mids | optimized for snare and toms |
| Series | Emperor Black Suede | Attack | percussive, preserved |
| Number of plies | 2 | Harmonics | excellent control of unwanted resonances |
| Thickness | 2 x 7.5 mil | Dynamics | high sensitivity, precise response to nuances |
| Material | textured Ebony film | Durability | increased resistance, suitable for regular or powerful playing |
| Tone | warm, focused, balanced | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Remo BE-0816-es fit a 16-inch tom?
Its 16-inch diameter matches that of a 16-inch tom. It is a batter head from the Emperor Black Suede series.
What is the thickness of this Emperor Black Suede head?
It is constructed with two plies of 7.5 mil each. This setup enhances durability and strength during regular or heavy playing.
What sound does the Ebony Suede finish provide?
The textured Ebony film offers a more controlled high-end response and a matte feel under the stick. The midrange is emphasized to support the toms' body. Undesired overtones are better controlled without eliminating the percussive attack.
Is this black head suitable for rock and studio use?
Its warm and focused tone adapts well to rock, pop, funk, RnB, gospel, and studio contexts. The dynamic range remains precise from pianissimo to fortissimo.
Is the Remo Black Suede Emperor 16 a single-ply or double-ply head?
This model uses two plies of textured Ebony film.
