Remo 18" SMT Emperor Clear Bass Drum Head

Remo's Emperor® SMT™ Clear bass drumhead is an 18" pre-muffled design engineered to control midrange and high-frequency resonance whilst preserving powerful low-end fundamentals. Built on Sub Muffl® Technology, this head suits drummers seeking tonal flexibility across jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles without sacrificing attack or subsonic presence.

The construction uses two ply layers–a 7-mil outer ply and 5-mil inner ply–both coated film with integrated muffling that reduces ring and sustain from the start. This approach broadens available tuning ranges, allowing players to dial in anything from controlled, tight articulation to deeper, resonant tones without additional external dampening or tape workarounds.

The pre-muffled design pays particular dividends in live and recording contexts where tight, focused bass drum tone supports the mix without excessive decay. Subsonic frequencies remain pronounced, delivering the low-end attack and definition critical for modern production whilst restraint in the middle registers keeps the kick from muddying the mix.

Features

• 18" diameter, clear coated film construction for bass drum application
• 2-ply design: 7-mil outer ply and 5-mil inner ply for controlled resonance
• Sub Muffl® Technology pre-muffled design reduces unwanted ring
• Controlled high and mid-frequency response with powerful low-tone retention
• Broad tuning range suitable for jazz and contemporary drum styles
• Enhanced subsonic low-frequency attack for modern production clarity
• Integrated muffling eliminates need for external dampening or tape
• Coated film finish balances durability with tonal warmth