Remo VA-0114-00 Vintage Ambassador Coated 14

Name: VA-0114-00 Vintage Ambassador Coated 14
Brand: Remo
SKU: 29133
Price: 27.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
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Essential Information About the Remo Ambassador "Vintage-A" Sanded 14-inch (14") Drumhead
• 50th Anniversary Reissue: a drumhead designed to recapture the spirit of the original Ambassadors.
• Sanded Finish: offers a more controlled feel, crisp attacks, and excellent brush response.
• Versatile: ideal as a batter head for tom, snare drum, or floor tom.
• 2-ply Construction: polyester 7.5 mil + 3 mil for a balance between response, projection, and control.

VA-0114-00 Vintage Ambassador Coated 14

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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

This Ambassador "Vintage-A" is a faithful reissue of the first Ambassador drumhead, introduced in 1957. It brings back the vintage look and feel that marked drum history, made famous by drummers like Louie Bellson, Buddy Rich, and Ringo Starr. Within the lineup, it is positioned as a classic-character option, aimed at those seeking a more "old school" aesthetic and response than a standard modern drumhead.

Target Audience for This Drumhead/Instrument

This drumhead is intended for beginner to advanced drummers looking for a reliable, musical, and easy-to-tune drumhead. It is particularly suited for styles where a warm, controlled sound is desired: jazz, blues, vintage rock, pop, soul, and funk, both in studio and live settings.

Features and Innovations

The "Vintage-A" stands out with its two-ply polyester design (7.5 mil and 3 mil) and its sanded finish that provides control without stifling dynamics. On the snare drum, it helps manage overtones while maintaining sensitivity; on toms, it promotes stable tuning and consistent response.

Sound Characteristics

The sanded finish slightly softens the highs and enhances the "round" attack feel, with a pleasant grain under the stick. The double ply delivers a denser, more contained sound than a very thin head: you get clean projection, more controlled sustain, and good definition, ideal for vintage sounds and easy-to-exploit tuning setups.

Technical specifications

Category	Snare drum	Diameter	14 "
Head finish	Coated	Color	White
Shaping	Twin Ply

Model	Ambassador "Vintage-A"	Thickness	7.5 mil + 3 mil
Number of plies	2	Finish	sanded
Material	polyester	Inspiration	reissue of the first Ambassador (1957)

Questions frequently asked

Is the Remo VA-0114-00 suitable for a 14-inch snare drum?

Its 14-inch diameter is designed for a 14-inch snare drum. The two-ply construction, 7.5 mil and 3 mil, promotes a controlled response and good harmonic control.

What sound does the Vintage-A sanded finish provide?

The sanded finish slightly softens the highs and gives a rounder attack. The stick texture remains perceptible, with controlled sustain.

How many plies does this Remo Vintage Ambassador head have?

This head uses two layers of polyester: a 7.5 mil ply combined with a 3 mil ply.

Is this drumhead suitable for jazz and vintage rock?

Its design targets the sound of jazz, blues, vintage rock, pop, soul, and funk. The double ply produces a dense sound with clean projection. Tuning remains consistent on the snare drum.

What is the origin of the Remo Vintage-A?

This series revives the design of the first Ambassador, introduced in 1957. Its inspiration notably refers to the sounds associated with Louie Bellson, Buddy Rich, and Ringo Starr.