Drum Heads that Suit Your Music

Do your drums sound a bit lame, losing that important punch every time you beat it? This means that the drum heads are already worn out and need to be replaced with new ones. Now, not all drum heads are built equal, so you must know what to look for before making a purchase.

Drum heads are available in single or two-ply construction. If you are playing light rock, jazz or acoustic, the one-ply drum heads are the ones for you. Look for those that provide an increased and sustained resonance. A good brand may have a floating muffling system that produces a low-end, well-defined, superkick and punchy sound.



The two ply construction is best suited for those that play hard rock, R&B or funk music that entails heavily hitting the drums. If you belong to this category, the focused sound as well the superb durability of two-ply drum heads are what you need.

Most of the drum heads in the market are offered in clear, but there are some that come with black or white coatings. Many heads have internal sound rings embedded that work to control any excess ring when playing. This produces a deeper, wet tone with very minimal resonance.


Before purchasing new drum heads, seeking the advice of music or drum experts is a good move. This will help ensure that you will be getting the right drum heads that best suits your needs.

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