Remo SN-1018-00 - 18 SILENTSTROKE BASS DRUM MESH
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Essential Information About SilentStroke Mesh Drumheads
Essential Information About SilentStroke Mesh Drumheads
- Volume Reduction ideal when sound level becomes a barrier to practice.
- Nylon mesh with very low decibel level, featuring a soft and controlled rebound.
- Dual use : play in "quasi-silence" on an acoustic drum kit or prepare a hybrid/electronic kit with sensors (not included).
- Compatible with snare drum, toms, floor tom, and bass drum, in various sizes.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
SilentStroke heads belong to the family of "silent" drumheads designed to maintain the feel of an acoustic kit while significantly reducing volume. Their positioning is clear: to offer a realistic playing alternative for home use, shared spaces, or rehearsal setups where sound control is a priority.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
These heads are aimed at beginner to advanced drummers who want to practice more often without disturbing neighbors. They suit all styles (rock, funk, metal, jazz) whenever the goal is to work on precision, endurance, and timing, or to build an acoustic kit equipped with sensors to control an electronic module.
Features and Innovations
The nylon mesh design favors a more muffled strike and very low sound level, while maintaining a usable rebound feel for snare drum exercises, tom movements, and bass drum patterns. Sensors required for conversion to an electronic kit are not included.
Sound
With a mesh head, the "sound" mainly translates to a massive attenuation : the attack is softened, projection is greatly reduced, and sustain is almost absent compared to a traditional drumhead. The result is ideal for working on dynamics and consistency without producing the volume of an acoustic kit, while preserving a feel close to striking a drum shell.
Technical specifications
| Category | Bass drum | Diameter | 18 " |
| Head finish | Mesh | Color | White |
| Shaping | Single Ply | ||
| Rebound feel | soft | Sound level | very low (low decibel level) |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Remo SN-1018-00 suitable for an 18-inch bass drum?
Its 18-inch diameter matches an 18-inch bass drum. This mesh head is specifically classified as a bass drum head.
What sound level does a Silentstroke mesh head provide?
The nylon mesh produces a very low sound level, with a softened attack and significantly reduced projection. The sustain is almost nonexistent compared to a traditional head.
Is the playing feel preserved on this bass drum head?
The single-ply nylon mesh construction offers a soft rebound. The playing feel remains usable for practicing foot endurance and consistency.
Can triggers be installed on an 18-inch Silentstroke?
It is possible to equip an acoustic kit with triggers to control an electronic module. The necessary triggers are not included with this head.
What is the finish of this Remo 18-inch mesh head?
The finish is white mesh with a single-ply design.



