Remo BE-0818-ES - BLACK SUEDE EMPEROR 18
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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 |
| Head finish | Frosted |
| Shaping | Twin Ply |
| Diameter | 18 " |
| Color | Black |
| Type | batter head |
| Series | Emperor Black Suede |
| Number of plies | 2 |
| Thickness | 2 x 7.5 mil |
| Material | textured Ebony film |
| Tone | warm, focused, balanced |
| Mids | optimized for snare and toms |
| Attack | percussive, preserved |
| Harmonics | excellent control of unwanted resonances |
| Dynamics | high sensitivity, precise response to nuances |
| Durability | increased resistance, suitable for regular or powerful playing |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Remo BE-0818-es compatible with an 18-inch tom?
This batter head has an 18-inch diameter and is designed for a tom of this size.
What is the thickness of the Emperor Black Suede 18 head?
The construction consists of two 7.5 mil plies each. This configuration enhances durability and stability during regular or powerful playing.
What sound does the Black Suede Ebony finish provide?
The textured Ebony film delivers a warm and focused tone, with midrange suited for toms and snare drums. The Suede texture reduces the highs and maintains a percussive attack. Undesired resonances are better controlled this way.
Is this Remo Black Suede head suitable for rock and studio use?
This model is suitable for rock, pop, funk, RnB, gospel, and studio settings due to its double ply construction and harmonic control.
Can dynamics be expressed on a double ply 2 x 7.5 mil head?
The dynamic response is reported as sensitive and precise, from pianissimo to fortissimo, despite the two-ply construction.
