Remo 16" Emperor Coated
Remo 16" Emperor Coated
The Remo 16" Emperor Coated is one of the true heavyweights of the drum head world. For drummers who want a fuller sound, increased durability, and a little more control than a standard single-ply head can offer, the Emperor has been a trusted choice for decades. From rehearsal rooms and recording studios to arena stages, it has earned its place as one of Remo’s most iconic and versatile drum heads.
Constructed from two plies of 7-mil coated film, the Emperor Coated delivers a rich, warm tone with a focused attack and controlled sustain. Compared to an Ambassador, it offers a deeper voice, greater durability, and slightly reduced overtones, making it particularly popular with rock, pop, funk, fusion, and heavier styles where a solid, punchy tom sound is essential.
On a 16" floor tom, the Emperor Coated excels at producing that satisfying low-end rumble drummers love, while still retaining enough sensitivity and musicality to respond beautifully across a wide tuning range. Tune it low for a thunderous, chest-shaking floor tom growl, or bring the tension up for a more articulate, focused voice that cuts through the mix with authority.
The coated finish adds warmth and a touch of extra control, helping to smooth out unwanted ring while enhancing stick definition. It's a combination that has made the Emperor Coated a go-to choice for countless touring drummers, session players, and drum techs around the world.
At Musicmaker, the Emperor remains a perennial favourite because it simply delivers. Durable enough to withstand serious playing, versatile enough for almost any genre, and musical enough to make a great drum sound even better.
Features
- 16" coated drum head
- Remo Emperor series
- Two plies of 7-mil coated film
- Warm, punchy, and focused tone
- Enhanced durability compared to single-ply heads
- Controlled sustain and reduced overtones
- Excellent floor tom response
- Wide tuning range
- Suitable for rock, pop, funk, fusion, and heavier styles
