Bass Drum Heads

Bass Drum Heads at Andertons Music Co.

Shape the foundation of your drum kit with Bass Drum Heads at Andertons Music Co. Your choice of kick drum head can have a major influence on attack, low-end response, sustain and overall feel, whether you're looking for a deep and resonant sound or a tighter, more controlled kick. From replacement heads to complete tonal changes, there are plenty of options for different bass drum sizes, musical styles and playing preferences.

Batter & Resonant Bass Drum Heads

A bass drum typically combines a batter head on the pedal side with a resonant head on the front of the drum. Batter heads are designed to handle repeated impacts from the bass drum beater while helping determine attack, punch and playing response. Resonant heads contribute to the drum's sustain, projection and overall tonal character, with ported and unported options providing further ways to tailor your kick drum sound.

Single-Ply, Multi-Ply & Dampened Kick Drum Heads

Construction plays an important role when choosing a bass drum head. Single-ply designs can provide an open and resonant response, while multi-ply heads generally offer increased durability and a more controlled sound. Many kick drum heads also incorporate dampening systems designed to manage unwanted overtones and sustain, helping create a focused and punchy response suitable for recording, rehearsals and live performance.

Explore Bass Drum Heads at Andertons

Whether you're replacing a worn batter head, fitting a new resonant head or completely changing the character of your kick drum, explore Bass Drum Heads at Andertons Music Co. Discover options from leading brands including Remo and Evans, alongside Alesis and Sabian, with different sizes, constructions and dampening options available. You can also browse our wider Drum Heads and Drum Accessories ranges to maintain and customise your drum kit.