{"product_id":"chord-dhc-13-coated-13in-drum-head","title":"Chord DHC-13 Coated 13in Drum Head","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chord DHC-13 is a replacement drum head with a coated surface, measuring 13 inches across. We supply these as a straightforward way to refresh the sound and feel of a drum that has seen plenty of use, or to swap out a head that has picked up dents and dead spots over time. The coating gives the surface a slightly textured, matt finish rather than a clear, glossy one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoated heads work well as batter heads, which are the ones you strike, sitting on the top of the drum. The coating warms the tone a little and takes some of the ring off compared to a clear head, so you get a rounder sound that suits snares and toms. The textured surface also gives brushes something to grip, which is why coated heads are the usual choice for players who use them. In the UK a drum head is sometimes still called a drum skin, a nod to the days when heads were made from animal hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 13 inches this size is a common fit for a tom or a smaller snare, so it is worth checking the measurement stamped on your existing head before ordering. Fitting is simple: remove the hoop and old head, seat the new one, then tension it evenly around the lugs to bring it up to pitch. We would suggest keeping a spare in your bag, since a split head can end a session early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.17KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15mm x 345mmØ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrum size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is this drum head?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 13 inches across, so check the size marked on your current head to confirm it matches before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a coated head used for the top or bottom of the drum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoated heads are best suited as batter heads, which sit on the top of the drum and take the strike from your stick or brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the coating affect the sound?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The coating warms the tone and reduces some of the ring you get from a clear head, giving a rounder, more controlled sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use brushes on this head?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The textured coated surface gives brushes something to grip, which is why coated heads are the standard choice for brush players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my snare or tom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 13-inch head is a common fit for smaller snares and toms. Measure your existing head to be sure before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53271880565003,"sku":"176.105UK","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/176105UK_0.jpg?v=1785001923","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/chord-dhc-13-coated-13in-drum-head","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}