# Remo Emperor Black Suede Drumheads

The **Remo Emperor® Black Suede™ Drumhead** delivers focused, warm tones with a soft playing feel and a distinctive matte black appearance. Designed for drummers who want controlled sustain and strong projection, this drumhead produces a balanced sound well suited for modern drumset applications.

Constructed with **two plies of film — a 7.5-mil textured Ebony top layer and a 7-mil clear bottom layer**, the Emperor Black Suede offers durability while maintaining a warm, controlled tonal response. Remo’s proprietary **Black Suede texturing process** creates a non-reflective matte surface that enhances stick response while providing a unique visual aesthetic.

The Emperor Black Suede drumhead is well suited for **pop, R&B, and rock applications**, delivering focused tone with controlled sustain and excellent durability.

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## Key Features

• **Two-ply construction** with 7.5-mil textured Ebony and 7-mil clear films  
• Warm, focused tone with controlled sustain  
• Soft feel with strong projection and articulation  
• **Matte black non-reflective finish** created with Remo’s proprietary texturing process  
• Ideal for **pop, R&B, and rock drumset applications**

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## Available Sizes

Available in multiple **snare and tom drum sizes**.

## Details

- **Price:** 17.99 USD - 37.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Tour Essentials LA
- **Type:** Drum Heads
- **Tags:** Shopify Collective, Tour Essentials LA

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| 8 inch | 19.99 USD | In stock |
| 10 inch | 19.99 USD | In stock |
| 12 inch | 17.99 USD | In stock |
| 13 inch | 24.99 USD | In stock |
| 14 inch | 20.75 USD | In stock |
| 16 inch | 24.99 USD | In stock |
| 18 inch | 37.99 USD | In stock |

## Images

- Remo Emperor Black Suede Drumheads

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> Source: [Backline Music Gear](https://backlinemusicgear.com/products/remo-emperor-black-suede-drumheads)
> Updated: 2026-10-01