Sparedrum MO18CL - 18" MONARCH 1-PLY CLEAR - 7.5 MIL
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Sparedrum
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
This drumhead belongs to the large family of single-ply transparent heads, appreciated for their natural sound and ability to express the drum shell's personality. It is a reference choice for drummers seeking a direct response and maximum openness, both in batter and resonant configurations.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This head suits both beginner and experienced drummers who want simple tuning, excellent sensitivity, and a bright sound. It is particularly suited to styles that require definition and air around the notes: pop, funk, gospel, fusion, modern rock, studio, and live with microphone recording.
Features and Innovations
Thanks to its single-ply design and 7.5 mil film, this head promotes quick vibration and a wide range of dynamics. As a batter head, it emphasizes attack and projection; as a resonant head, it optimizes shell responsiveness and naturally extends the note, resulting in more singing toms.
Sound Characteristics
A transparent head generally provides more brightness and clarity than a coated head, with a more pronounced attack. The 7.5 mil thickness enhances the sense of openness: generous sustain, present harmonics, and very sensitive response to both light playing and accents. It's an excellent choice for achieving a clear and lively sound while maintaining a comfortable and responsive feel.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom |
| Head finish | Clear |
| Shaping | Single Ply |
| Diameter | 18 " |
| Color | Transparent |
| Type | single-ply transparent |
| Thickness | 7.5 mil |
| Batter head | snare drum and toms |
| Resonant head | toms |
| Sound | clear |
| Sustain | significant |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sparedrum MO18CL compatible with an 18-inch tom?
Its 18-inch diameter is designed for a tom of the same size. This single-ply clear head can be mounted as either a batter or resonant head on a tom.
What sound does a 7.5 mil clear drumhead produce on a tom?
The 7.5 mil clear film promotes a bright sound with a pronounced attack and present overtones. It has considerable sustain, contributing to a long, open note.
Can this 18-inch drumhead be used as a resonant head?
When used as a resonant head on a tom, its single-ply 7.5 mil construction optimizes shell responsiveness. The note naturally lengthens and the tom gains a singing character.
For which styles is this clear tomhead suitable?
This clear finish is well suited for pop, funk, gospel, fusion, and modern rock contexts. Its sensitivity also allows use in studio or live settings with microphone amplification.
Is a single-ply 7.5 mil head responsive to light playing?
Thanks to its single 7.5 mil ply, this head responds quickly to vibration. The response remains sensitive for soft dynamics as well as accents.



