Remo 16" Emperor Clear

The Remo 16" Emperor Clear Drum Head is a true heavyweight classic for drummers who want powerful attack, controlled sustain, and rock-solid durability from their floor tom setup. Trusted on stages and recordings for decades, the Emperor Clear has become one of the most popular drum heads in the world thanks to its ability to deliver deep, punchy tone while still feeling open and musical under the sticks.

Built using Remo’s renowned dual-ply construction, the 16" Emperor Clear produces a full-bodied sound with excellent projection and a controlled resonance that works beautifully across a huge range of tuning styles. On a floor tom especially, this head delivers rich low-end depth, strong attack, and a satisfying sustain that feels focused without sounding overly dampened.

The clear finish gives the drum extra brightness and articulation compared to coated alternatives, helping the stick attack cut cleanly through mixes while still retaining warmth and body underneath. Tuned low, the Emperor Clear absolutely thunders, producing massive modern floor tom tones perfect for rock, metal, indie, and live performance setups. At higher tensions, it becomes punchy, articulate, and highly responsive.

One of the reasons drummers continue to rely on Emperor Clears is their incredible versatility. They handle aggressive playing exceptionally well while still retaining enough sensitivity for more dynamic and expressive styles. Whether on stage, in rehearsal rooms, or under studio microphones, they consistently deliver a polished, professional drum sound.

At Musicmaker, the 16" Emperor Clear remains one of the easiest floor tom heads to recommend because it combines durability, punch, warmth, and tuning flexibility so effortlessly.

Features

• High-Quality 16'' Clear Design

• Sharp, Clear Tones with Increased Durability

• Dual Ply, 7-mil Film Construction

• Great Response and Tone Control

• Available in a Wide Range of Sizes